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Little Acorns Childcare
Address: Beacon Church, Oakes Road, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP32 6PX
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Full Time, 9.00 am - 4.00 pm
Contract: Permanent, required from January 2027
Reference: 0921
Little Acorns Childcare are seeking an Early Years Educator to provide high-quality care, learning and development opportunities for children aged 9 months - 5 years old, supporting their individual needs and helping them feel safe, happy and confident in the nursery environment.
In this role, you will support children’s learning and development through a range of age-appropriate activities, meeting their individual needs, maintaining good hygiene and personal care routines, and helping to keep the nursery environment clean, safe and tidy.
Your Responsibilities
- Provide a safe, caring and supportive environment for children.
- Plan and support activities that promote children’s learning and development.
- Meet each child’s individual needs and support their wellbeing.
- Follow appropriate hygiene, toileting, mealtime and personal care routines.
- Observe and monitor children’s progress and development.
- Maintain a clean, tidy and safe nursery environment.
- Work effectively with colleagues and communicate appropriately with parents/carers.
- Follow nursery policies, safeguarding procedures and health and safety requirements.
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What You Will Need
- Minimum Level 2 qualification approved by OFSTED.
About Us
Little Acorns is a welcoming and nurturing nursery that provides a safe, caring environment where children can learn, grow and develop. We are proud of our caring and supportive team and value creating a positive workplace where staff feel appreciated and supported.
We offer convenient on-site parking directly in front of the nursery, as well as a performance-based Christmas bonus to recognise and reward our team for their hard work and commitment.
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To Find Out More
Please read the Job Description (Word) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/I-Sep/0921-job-description-early-years-educator-little-acorns-childcare.docx].
For a chat about the role, please contact Jo Bailey by calling 01284 756588 or email littleacornschildcare@beaconchurchuk.org [littleacornschildcare@beaconchurchuk.org]
How to Apply
To apply, please complete the application form via the website [https://www.littleacornschildcare.org/apply].
Closing Date
1.00 pm, 30 September 2026.
Interview Date
Week commencing 5 October 2026.
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