Early Years Educator Part time

Would you like to work in a state-of-art purpose-built Nursery?  

University of Staffordshire has their very own exciting and modern, Woodlands Day Nursery and Forest School worth over £4million.

The nursery is located on our Leek Road Campus and is set by our University Nature Reserve, adjacent to woodlands, yet very close to the city centre, with excellent local public transport links and employee on-site parking. 

The facilities are a sustainable place of early years learning with connections to the immediate landscape and nature reserve. Through the provision, children will get the opportunity to experience endless outdoor learning opportunities such as identifying nature, play-based learning, den building and forest art. 

If you’re looking for great rates of pay, 29 days paid holiday plus 11 days Bank Holiday and Discretionary days (pro rata), an excellent pension scheme and so much more then don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity! 

Hours of work are 22.5 per week, 4.5 hours per day Monday to Friday which will usually be carried out between 13:00 and 18:00.

Learn more about this exciting new facility and roles available by visiting our website: https://www.staffs.ac.uk/about/facilities/nursery 

Apply online by enclosing your CV, please note that this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. 

Please note that this role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship. Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK without the need for sponsorship.

We reserve the right to close any vacancies when we are in receipt of sufficient applications, therefore all applicants are advised to submit their CV as soon as possible

Closing Date: 25 Sep 2026

Department: Professional Support

Salary: £24,520 Per Annum Pro Rata Permanent Part Time 22.5 Hours