Fennies Day Nurseries Ltd·Richmond, Virginia
You will support children during play, learning activities, and daily routines to create a safe and nurturing environment. Additionally, you will work closely with the team to maintain a welcoming nursery atmosphere and build positive relationships with families.
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 meaningful career Have experience in care roles and enjoy working with people Have worked as a teaching assistant, nanny or babysitter Looking for a career change into childcare/education Want a role where every day is active, rewarding and different Want to join a company that is committed to building exceptional places to work. You don’t need previous nursery experience – we’ll provide the training and support you need to succeed. Become part of the Fennies DNA We’re family-owned and family-run; this guides our culture, our decision-making, and what it feels like to be part of our team. We have a strong sense of community, with connections that bring us together and the systems and processes that mean our educators can focus on what they do best. Quality matters to us – starting with our people and curriculum - through to our beautiful buildings and inspiring environments. We’re investing in Fennies, in our teams, and into the education we provide our children. Our People Promise inspires us to build the kind of culture that is ambitious, passionate and supportive. We provide the environment where you can: Be Yourself Come Together Be All In Go Further If this sounds like you, or you just want to know more about what it means to be part of the Fennies family, make contact with us today for a chat. Take your next steps with Fennies Our friendly Talent Recruitment team are here to answer any questions you may have about Fennies – call us to discuss the role, or if you’re just curious about what it’s like to work at Fennies, let us know, and we’ll be happy to answer any questions. Our Talent Recruitment team can be contacted by: Phone: 0208 770 3222 By email: talent@fennies.com Or by making an application: https://fennies.com/contact-us Diversity and Inclusion At Fennies, we celebrate diversity and believe inclusive teams create stronger learning environments for children. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. Safeguarding Fennies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide proof of identity. In line with Safer Recruitment guidance, online searches (including social media) may be conducted for shortlisted candidates. IGREEN #LI-DNI Early Years Educator (Unqualified) 8
No previous nursery experience is required as full training is provided. Candidates should be friendly, patient, and motivated to learn new skills in a childcare setting.
Market context
In Virginia, early years educator roles often draw steady interest because employers value dependable, child-focused candidates and can provide full training for unqualified starters. Competition can be strong where schedules, childcare settings, and development opportunities are attractive, so showing patience, reliability, and genuine interest in working with children can help. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to match the training-ready, team-focused profile.