Early Years Practitioner

Suffolk County Council; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform

5.6 weeks holiday pay

Professional development

Job summary

Martlesham Preschool in Ipswich is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for 30 hours per week, term time only. The role supports daily activities and fosters a safe, nurturing environment for children aged 2-5 years.

Open to applicants with a Level 3 Early Years qualification and childcare experience. The team values initiative, good communication, and a positive attitude, with opportunities for development and holiday pay.

Qualifications

• Minimum level 3 Early years qualification (full and relevant).
• Experience in childcare and working with children/parents or during training.
• Teamwork ability and initiative; flexibility to cover sessions at short notice.
• Willingness to attend training and maintain a nurturing learning environment.
• Understanding of EYFS, Ofsted and safeguarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day activities within preschool and promote children’s independence.
• Help children learn through play and support key children and families throughout their time at preschool.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Flexibility

Initiative

Willingness to train

Positive attitude

EYFS knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early years qualification

Job description

• Martlesham Preschool
• Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP5 3QR
• Salary: To be discussed at interview
• Hours: 30 hours per week, term time only
• Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible
• Reference: 0979

Martlesham Preschool are seeking a Early Years Practitioner to work as part of the team to offer exceptional care and learning opportunities to children aged 2-5 years and ensure the smooth running of the day to day elements of preschool.

What will the job entail?

Your responsibilities

You will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day activities within preschool and supporting children’s independence throughout their day in the setting whilst providing them with exemplary care through a safe environment where they can thrive.

You will help children learn and develop through their play and be responsible for key children and supporting them and their families throughout their time at preschool.

What you will need:

• Minimum level 3 Early years qualification. (Must be a full and relevant qualification)
• Experience of working within a childcare setting, of working directly with children and parents, or experience whilst training.
• Be able to work as part of a team and use initiative.
• Offer flexibility in your availability, to cover sessions at short notice.
• Be willing to attend training if needed.
• Have a positive attitude and good communication skills.
• Understanding of the EYFS framework, Ofsted, and Safeguarding.
• The ability to help provide a nurturing learning environment, working with other staff and parents for best outcomes.

About us

We are a small, friendly, committee run preschool located within Martlesham for children aged 2-5yrs, open term time, between the hours of 8am-4pm Monday to Friday. We also offer some holiday club dates throughout the year; it would be desirable if you were able to support some of these dates too.

Due to the preschool continuing to grow, we are looking for an Early Years Practitioner to join our small team.

Our most recent Ofsted was outstanding, and we pride ourselves on the experiences we offer to the children and their families. As well as our dedication to supporting staffs continuing development.

What we will offer you:

• A competitive rate of pay
• Opportunities for professional development
• Uniform
• 5.6 weeks holiday pay

For more information

Please read the Job Description (Word).

To find out more, please contact Charlotte Grant by calling 01473 625986.

Closing date:

10 am, 12 November 2026