Early Years Educator

Early Years Educator (Level 2 or Level
3)

Permanent, Full Time

Location:

Ninelands Lane, Garforth, Leeds LS25 1NT
or Cornwall Crescent, Rothwell, Leeds, LS26 0RA

Salary: £23,088.00 - £25,396.80 per year (pay award pending for April 2026)

We’re hiring!

Sweet Peas Day Care & Teaching Nurseries based in Garforth and Rothwell, Leeds, is a trusted, family‑owned day nursery with a distinct and innovative approach to cultivating the development of children and team members, coupled with building strong, collaborative relationships with families.

If you are interested in working with us, we would love to hear from you. In return, you will enjoy a challenging and diverse career with Sweet Peas.

“I really enjoy being a part of childrens learning and development. I enjoy watching them grow and gain their own little personalities.” – Team member survey, Aug 2023.

100 % of team members say “I’m proud to tell others I work at Sweet Peas”.

• We’re always there for you in our own unique way.
• Exceptional support, training and career development.
• Spacious, tailor‑made facilities in an excellent location.
• A fresh approach to early years care and education.
• Our co‑produced SMILEYP values reinforce that what we do is built on enthusiasm, fun and respect for each other.

• Ensuring the safeguarding of all children within our nursery.
• Maintaining high standards for our continuous learning environment.
• Being a key person for our children and their families, communicating effectively to ensure that parents/carers are fully involved with children’s learning and development and high levels of wellbeing are met throughout the day.
• Accurately tracking children’s development, planning for next steps and completing electronic reports to share with parents/carers.

We are looking for experienced, enthusiastic, and passionate Early Years Educators who take pride in providing an outstanding teaching and learning experience for each and every child.

You will be certified/licensed as an Early Years Educator / Level 2 or 3 in Childcare and will have working experience in this field for at least one year (preferred).

• Sound understanding of the EYFS and an ability to fully implement all its requirements.
• An ability to plan and implement a curriculum, considering the SEN Code of Practice, child protection procedures and inclusion.
• Ability to effectively communicate with parents and encourage their involvement in their child’s learning.
• Commitment to and understanding of diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to manage self and work calmly under pressure.
• Ability to manage risk and safeguard children’s safety.

• 4‑day working week with fixed day off. Monday to Friday. No weekends.
• Competitive salary (15 % increase in wages in the last year alone).
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• 50 % childcare discount worth up to £9,500 pa per child.
• Medical cash plan benefit and confidential employee assistance helpline.
• Health and wellbeing programme.
• Free quality 2‑course meals worth up to £875 a year.
• Free parking, just 4 minutes from M1 Jn 47 and great public transport links.
• Referral programme.

To apply, please send your full CV and covering letter.