Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Term-time only
Closing date: Tuesday 22 August 2025
How to apply: Please contact Michelle: michelle@crtcharity.org or 01825 817417
Are you passionate about working with children with Early Years and SEND (Special educational needs and disabilities) and making a positive difference in their lives? The Children’s Respite Trust is looking for an enthusiastic and caring individual to join our friendly team at our centre in Uckfield.
About the Role:
Position: Early Yeas Educator
Location: Uckfield – Just off the High Street

What We’re Looking For:

• A positive, energetic team player who enjoys working with children aged 2–4-year-olds
• Experience with working with children with SEND is a bonus, but not essential. Training can be provided.
• Someone who can help plan and tailor engaging activities depending on the children’s interested and needs.
• A responsible individual who can supervise and ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children is paramount

Requirements:

• Ability to thrive in play environments and connect with children.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Good IT skills

• Level 2 in Early Years minimumGCSE 4 or above in English and Math but not essential. Willingness to work on achieving similar

What we can offer:

• A flexible working pattern
• Employee assistant programme
• Be part of an award-winning team
• Training on the role & continued development
• Regular training developing childcare & activity delivery skills
• DBS, First Aid & Safeguarding Training
• A positive working environment with a multi skilled & enthusiastic team.
• Ability to make a difference – Encouraging children to grow in confidence, develop physical & emotional skills.
• A healthy work life balance.

Important Information: At the Children’s Respite Trust, the safety and wellbeing of the children in our care is our top priority. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
If you are ready to be part of a supportive team and help create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for children with SEND, we’d love to hear from you!

Please refer the Job description for details