UECS - Day NurserySet in the peaceful surroundings of Wivenhoe Park on our Colchester Campus, our Day Nursery offers high quality day care to children from 3 months to 5 years. We serve the local community, University staff and students.University of Essex Campus Services (UECS) is looking to recruit a passionate Senior Early Years Educator for the nursery on the University of Essex campus.Duties of the roleThe Senior Early Years Educator will be responsible for leading a team of staff and creating an effective environment for a group of children whilst also supporting the Nursery Management Team to ensure the effective running of the Nursery in accordance with the established policies and procedures.Responsibilities will include preparing and supervising suitable activities, planning and implementing learning opportunities, leading, managing and motivating a team of Early Years Educators and ensuring that a daily routine is implemented whilst running smoothly.Qualifications and skills requiredThe successful candidate will have an NVQ level 3 in childcare or equivalent and have previous experience of working within a childcare setting. Along with a level 2 certificate in Safeguarding and experience of managing and motivating a small team of staff.Understanding of early learning journals, the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with children, parents and colleagues and the ability to manage the performance of staff effectively are essential for this post.Due to the nature of the work, this appointment is subject to a criminal record check, known as a Disclosure. Please see the further detail link below for a full job description and person specification which outlines the full duties, skills, qualifications and experience needed for this role plus more information relating to the post. We recommend you read this information carefully before making an application. Applications should be made on-line, but if you would like advice or help in making an application, or need information in a different format, please telephone (01206 873461 / 874588 / 873521).*Further detail: Senior Early Years Educator jobpackThis recruitment campaign is being administered by the University of Essex on behalf of University of Essex Campus Services Ltd, a wholly owned company of the University. Some aspects of the information provided on this recruitment website may not apply to this appointment.