Early Years Educator (Unqualified)

 Early Years Educator (Unqualified) 

• Richmond

• Salary: Up to £27,262 per year  

• Bonus: Potential to earn a further £1,000 in bonus 

• 4-day or 5-day working week available 

 

Start a rewarding career helping young children learn, grow and explore the world.  

At Fennies, we believe great childcare starts with great people. You don’t need previous nursery experience to join us – just a genuine passion for working with children and a willingness to learn. 

As an Early Years Educator, you’ll support our experienced team in creating safe, nurturing and fun environments where children can thrive every day. 

 

Why join Fennies? 

We support our team members with great benefits, career opportunities and a positive working environment. 

 

Competitive salary and bonus 

• Up to £27,262 annual salary 

• Performance-related bonuses up to £1,000 

• £500 referral bonus 

• Childcare discount 

 

Work-life balance 

• Choice of a 4-day or 5-day working week 

• 20 days annual leave increasing by 1 day per year of service (up to 25) plus bank holidays 

 

Wellbeing benefits 

• BUPA Wellbeing Support 

• Free daily meals from the Fennies Café 

• Summer BBQs, Christmas events and company celebrations 

• Recognition and reward through the Fennies Club long service awards 

 

Career development 

• Full training  

• Opportunities to gain early years qualifications while working 

• Personalised development plans, mentoring and support 

 

About the Role 

As an Early Years Educator, you’ll create a happy and safe environment for the children in your care. 

 

You will: 

• Support children during play, learning activities and daily routines 

• Help create experiences that encourage curiosity and development 

• Work closely with your team to keep the nursery safe, organised and welcoming 

• Build warm relationships with children and their families 

• Support children’s confidence, independence and wellbeing 

 

Every day is different – you might be helping with creative activities, outdoor play, or supporting learning moments that develop new skills for the children in your care. 

 

What we’re looking for 

You don’t need previous nursery experience – we’ll provide the training you need. 

We’re looking for someone who is: 

• Friendly, patient and caring 

• Interested in working with children 

• A positive team player who enjoys working with others 

• Reliable and motivated to learn new skills 

 

Many of our Early Years educators who join us on the Unqualified pathway go on to train and achieve their Level 2/3 Qualification and progress to roles within Fennies, so this is a great first step in your childcare career. 

 

This role could be a great fit if you: 

• Enjoy spending time with children and helping them learn and grow 

• Are you looking to start a mea