Average Early Educator salary in the UK

Early Years Educator Role (Level 3 Qualified) | BristolLocation: BristolPosition: Flexible Hours (Full-Time / Part-Time / Term-Time / Ad-Hoc)Salary: £15.00 - £18.00 per hour (depending on experience and payroll choice)Payroll Options: PAYE or UmbrellaStart Date: Immediate Starts AvailableAre you a Level 3 qualified Early Years Educator looking for flexibility, variety, and the opportunity to work in welcoming early years settings across Bristol?Join our team and enjoy the freedom to choose when and where you work while making a positive impact on children's learning and development.What We Offer:Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyleOpportunities across a range of nurseries and early years settings throughout BristolCompetitive hourly rates of £15.00 - £18.00 per hourWeekly pay via PAYE or UmbrellaOngoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultantOpportunities for both long-term placements and ad-hoc cover workAccess to continuing professional development opportunitiesYour Responsibilities:Deliver high-quality care and learning experiences in line with the EYFS frameworkCreate a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for childrenSupport children's emotional, social, and physical developmentBuild positive relationships with children, parents, and colleaguesFollow all safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies and proceduresEssential Requirements:Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (CACHE, NVQ, Diploma, or equivalent) - MandatoryPrevious professional experience working within a nursery or early years setting - MandatoryA minimum of 24 months of referenceable work history within the last 5 years - MandatoryProfessional references provided from company/professional email addresses only - MandatoryEnhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain oneRight to work in the UKFlexible, reliable, and proactive approach to workInterested?Apply today by sending your CV to or call to speak with our friendly recruitment team.Whether you're seeking full-time work, part-time flexibility, term-time hours, or ad-hoc shifts, we'd love to hear from you.

Become a valued Early Years EducatorRole: Early Years EducatorLocation: Gerrards Cross SL9Hours: 40 hours per weekFlexi Option: Option to flex your hours over 4 day weekSalary: £27500-£30000 P/AQualification: NVQ/Cache Level 3 or equivalentWhy join our client?You are amazing - even if you don’t know it yet! As an Early Years Educator you are preparing the next generation for the challenges ahead; teaching them to ask questions, take risks and be mindful of the people and the world around them. We know just how hard - and how rewarding - this job is, which is why we will support you every step of the way.Our client believe's that a well-cared for team results in well-cared for children. That is why they strive to offer their staff every opportunity to develop and reach their full potential. They offer in-house and external training (wherever possible within working hours), when you join our client you join the whole group, so you have career opportunities across our nurseries. You also have the confidence of knowing that you are joining a team that offers Outstanding childcare.Flexi WorkingTime off work is important to keep to you fresh, enthusiastic and raring to go. This is why we have introduced a 4-day week option. This allows you to choose to work your 40 hours over 4 days, giving you an extra day off every week!The RoleWe are looking for a qualified and experienced Early Years Practitioner who can fill our children’s days with fun and wonder! You will be responsible for:Delivering our 'Learning through play’ ethos;Developing innovative activities to challenge our children;Building excellent relationships with children, parents and colleagues;Promoting child welfare and ensuring all safeguarding procedures are followed.BenefitsGreat career path and promotion prospects;Further Training offered;4-day week option;Fun social events throughout the year and an annual Christmas party;Celebration of hard work - bonuses, vouchers and social events;33 days holidays pa.Discounts on high street shops such as Asda, Currys and PC World;Wellbeing Centre;Employee Assistance Programme.What you will bringNVQ/Cache Level 3 Diploma in Early Years, NNEB, Montessori Diploma, Early Years Degree or QTS;Strong knowledge of EYFS and children’s learning and development;Excellent interpersonal skills;Self-motivation, innovation and a positive outlook;Good verbal and written communication skills;Strong planning and organisational skills;Lots of energy; and above all,A passion for delivering amazing educational experiences to children.How to applyIf this sounds like your perfect position please submit your CV.An Enhanced DBS check and reference checks will be carried out prior to employment.

Academics are currently looking for dedicated and qualified Early Years Educators to join our team. You will work across our partnership nurseries and mainstream primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent.This flexible and temporary role is ideal for Early Years Educators and Practitioners who are seeking varied experience in a variety of schools, a work-life balance, or those returning to the workforce on a full or part time basis.Responsibilities of a Early Years Educator:Work alongside teachers and fellow practitioners to deliver fun EYFS appropriate lessons and activities.Provide high standards of care, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.Supporting children's early literacy, numeracy, communication, and personal development.To encourage independence, positive behaviour, and social interaction.For this role, applicants who apply must have:A minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare (or equivalent).A good level of literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE English and Maths Grade 4 or Grade C and above/Functional Skills Level 2 in the minimum required).Previous experience working with young children in a nursery or primary school setting (in the UK). Be happy to travel and to be able to get to our partnership nurseries and primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent by 8.30am with sometimes only 30-60 minute's notice for our on the day supply requirements.Strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum.Paediatric First Aid (or to be willing to work towards).Please be aware that your daily rate will be dependent upon experience, prior qualifications, training, and the client rate that is currently availableAcademics are a leading national education agency that specialises in the recruitment of permanent, long and short term supply teachers and support staff. As an Academic's Early Years Educator you will have a dedicated consultant who will support you with your career and who will give you access to a variety of opportunities, all at great rates of pay!We are an agency that are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of our staff to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, which include an Enhanced DBS check, full work history, references and an interview.If you are an experienced Early Years Educator, Early Years Practitioner, or Nursery Assistant and you are looking for a new role this academic year, please click 'APPLY NOW' below to submit your most up to date CV for immediate review.We look forward to hearing from you! Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.