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- Buttons and Bows Nursery
- Address: 80 Aster Road, Ipswich IP2 0NR
- Salary: £15.50 per hour
- Hours: 38 hours per week working all year round
- Contract: Permanent
- Reference: 0937
A little bit about us
Buttons and Bows Nursery is 1 of 7 nurseries operated by the Bows & Arrows Group charity - we are a not-for-profit organisation, meaning every penny goes back into developing our nurseries and staff.
We have been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and offer exceptional all year-round childcare for children aged 0-5 years, operating a baby, toddler, and preschool room with plenty of outdoor space - we have a real passion for outdoor learning!
The role
We are looking to appoint a Senior Early Years Educator to lead our toddler room. You would be joining a knowledgeable team who have a genuine passion for playing their part in making a child's nursery journey full of happy memories, leaving us as confident and independent children.
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Reporting to the Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring your team of practitioners deliver high-quality care and education that enhances the development of each child (while ensuring the children have fun too!)
You will need to:
- hold a relevant level 3 qualification in Children's and Early Years Workforce (or equivalent)
- have a deep understanding of:
- the theory of child development
- The EYFS
- The high scope approach to managing behaviours
- Safeguarding
Also a good knowledge of SEN and health and safety in relation to the environment is required.
This role may suit an experienced practitioner who is looking for career progression.
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We would love to hear from you if you'd like to be an important part of the team and most importantly, make a difference to our children.
For more information
Please see our website [http://www.bowsandarrowsgroup.co.uk/]
Please contact Steph by calling 01473 599298
How to apply
Please send your CV to stephanie.mattinmoss@bowsandarrowsgroup.co.uk
Closing date: 12 October 2026.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and require all staff to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS checks are compulsory.
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