ROLE DESCRIPTION:
Forest School Early Years Educator
Location: GroWild Kindergarten, Unit 3 Sapphire House, Roundtree Way, Sprowston, Norwich, Norfolk, NR7 8SQ.
Why Join GroWild?
At GroWild, we’re more than just a nursery—we’re a community. Led by passionate women and driven by a pioneering spirit, we strive to lead the way in the childcare industry - committed to providing a nurturing environment not just for the children in our care, but for our team as well. We believe in collaboration, evidence based practices and power of nature to inspire growth. Do you share those beliefs?
Imagine your days spent connected to nature in a wonderful woodland setting: toasting marshmallows over a crackling campfire, transforming logs & loose parts into tyrannosaurus tractors, constructing bird boxes & clay creatures and spinning magical tales in our cosy bell tent! Our rich and wonderful curriculum is bursting at the seams just waiting for your creativity & passion to bring it to life!
Hours: 41.25 hours per week, 4 days minimum OR Job Share 21 hours per week, 2 days minimum. Monday to Friday between 7:45 am and 5:30 pm (flexible)
Salary: £11.55 per hour (£24,774.75 per annum FTE) OR £12,612.60 per annum Pro Rata
Benefits: We invest in our people, offering a supportive and positive working environment with structured opportunities for growth, wellbeing initiatives, and a true sense of belonging. Expect: flexible working, 50% off childcare fees for your children, 50% of your lunch break paid, access to an Employee Assistance Program, clear pathways for advancement into senior management roles, structured training plans with a focus on professional growth, regular social and team building events, monthly 1:1 meetings with management and annual pay and performance reviews.
DBS/Reference clearance: Please note that as this post will involve working with children your appointment is subject to you receiving satisfactory DBS clearance plus two satisfactory references from previous employers.
Deadline: 4th October 2024
Expected start date: ASAP
Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified. A full agreed job role will be provided on offer of position.