Early Years Educator Salford Council Posted Salford - Expires

Overview

Join the adventure at Salford Family Nurseries!

Do you love sparking curiosity, inspiring little minds, and helping children grow into their full potential? If you’re ready for a new challenge where every day brings laughter, learning, and a chance to make a difference we’d love to meet you!

• 1 x 36 hours permanent
• 1 x 18 hours permanent
• 1 x 36 hours fixed term until (31st August 2026)

• 36 hours or 18 hours per week with flexible shifts between 8am and 6pm
• Generous holidays at least 27 days plus bank holidays, with more the longer you stay (pro rata for part time staff)
• Christmas bonus time we close between Christmas and New Year
• Easy commute onsite parking and great public transport links
• Grow your skills continuous training plus the chance to learn from Early Years pros
• Uniform provided (so you can save your wardrobe for weekends!)
• DBS fee covered worth £49.50, on us
• Competitive pay up to £27,254.00
• Good pension and a supportive work/life balance
• Perks galore discounts at Salford Community Leisure Centres and free Vivup benefits membership

Salford Family Nurseries are home to five fantastic settings Barton Moss, Belvedere, Little Hulton, Higher Broughton, and Winton. Each nursery is a warm, welcoming hub where children thrive and staff feel valued.

We’re looking for passionate Early Years Practitioners who want to make a real impact. From day one, you’ll be supported, respected, and encouraged to grow. You’ll work alongside experienced colleagues, gain professional development opportunities, and be part of a team that truly cares.

Send us your CV and a covering letter telling us how you shine in this role. We can’t wait to hear from you — your next adventure starts here!

For more information or to arrange a visit to the nursery, please call Samantha Gemmell Andrew on  or email samatha.g

We do ask that you have a relevant Early Years Qualification at Level 3 or above.

You can check your qualification is relevant by checking it via the link below:

We offer a competitive salary, the opportunity to develop your skills, to work alongside highly experienced staff members and an environment where you will feel supported and respected.

About your development

You will receive a full and comprehensive induction across all our sites along with access to the Starting Life Well training programme through which you will be supported to achieve a Paediatric First Aid Qualification within three months of starting with us.

Please be aware that this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the link below for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character:

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