We are looking for a kind, caring, enthusiastic practitioner to join the team hear at Outdoor Owls. We believe in creating extraordinary early experiences for children by pioneering outdoor learning in our forest nurseries. As a Forest School Nursery Educator at our Cobham setting (KT11 1HB) you will be working with our supportive and passionate team creating our unique outdoor learning environment providing children the opportunity to thrive.

Requirements;

• Driver (MUST)
• Weather resilient - we're full time outdoors, come rain or shine, across all seasons
• 4 day week with an on-call day (if they're not called before 8am, they have the day off - this happens less than once a month). On-call stays the same unless we need to change on ad hoc occasions (other team on annual team, sickness etc)
• Hours are 7:30am-5:45pm so the commute has to be reasonable for them 
• Possibility to grow the responsibilities should they perform well as an Educator
• Salaries up to £27k yearly depending on qualifications and experience  

Why you?

• You will be able to facilitate outdoor play and learning in all weather.
• You will create a safe and inclusive environment where children can be resilient and confident to explore.
• You will respond to the needs of the children in line with the EYFS framework.
• You will be able to observe and document children’s progress, tailoring activities to meet their individual needs.
• You will work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a supportive and positive team culture.
• You will be able to build strong parent partnerships.

Why us?

• We are an innovative and ambitious nursery group providing you the ability to make an impact and have career growth opportunities.
• We get to spend our days outdoors in nature and fresh air!
• We offer competitive sector salaries and opportunities for bonuses.
• We will give you a cash bonus for each new family you bring to the nursery
• We will give you £400 for helping us find great new permanent teammates
• We will fund you to achieve further qualifications and Forest School training
• We have 3 owlsomedays together with the team for early years learning and team building
• You get a paid sick day allowance
• Upon 2 years of owlsome service you will receive an extra holiday, along with a further day for 3 years and an additional for 4 years
• You can take an optional break time of 30min or 45min
• You will receive clothing and accessories including boots, beanie and neck warmer
• We give you 30% off childcare
• You will get access to counselling service
• We love having team parties and hangout

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Childcare
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Employee mentoring programme
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Profit sharing
• Referral programme
• Sick pay