Early Years Educator — Nurture & Develop Young Minds

Suffolk County Council; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Christmas bonus

Job summary

Little Acorns Childcare in Bury St Edmunds is seeking an Early Years Educator to provide high-quality care and development opportunities for children aged 9 months to 5 years. You will support individual needs and help children feel safe, happy and confident in a nurturing nursery environment.

The role involves supporting learning through age-appropriate activities, maintaining hygiene and personal care routines, and ensuring a clean, safe nursery.

Qualifications

• Relevant level 2 or above Childcare qualification approved by OFSTED.

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.

Education

OFSTED-approved childcare qualification

Job description

Little Acorns Childcare in Bury St Edmunds is seeking an Early Years Educator to provide high-quality care and development opportunities for children aged 9 months to 5 years. You will support individual needs and help children feel safe, happy and confident in a nurturing nursery environment.

The role involves supporting learning through age-appropriate activities, maintaining hygiene and personal care routines, and ensuring a clean, safe nursery.