Early Years Practitioner

Acorn Early Years; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Acorn Early Years is seeking Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners for full-time and part-time roles in Milton Keynes. Join a leading childcare provider dedicated to creating enriching outdoor learning experiences. Ideal candidates are passionate about early years education and eager to foster a nurturing environment for children.

Benefits

65% childcare discount

Generous family leave

Christmas closure

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

4 dedicated training days

Enhanced pension scheme

Employee assistance wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners required.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding.
• Passion for outdoor learning and creative play.

Responsibilities

• Provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for young learners.
• Create enriching outdoor learning experiences.
• Ensure the well-being of children and meet developmental milestones.

Skills

Understanding of EYFS

Safeguarding procedures

Nurturing environment

Passionate about outdoor learning

Enthusiastic and motivated

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years

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If you are offered an EYP role you will receive a £300 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period.

We are looking for Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners to join our nurseries in Milton Keynes and surrounding areas. We will always aim to place you in a nursery closest to your home, making it easier for you to enjoy a fulfilling career in early years education.

This role is ideally full-time (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday), working shifts between 7:30 am 6:15 pm. However, we may be able to offer part-time opportunities for the right candidate.

At Acorn, we are proud to be one of the leading childcare providers in Milton Keynes, Northampton, and Bedford, with over 35 years of experience. We specialise in nature pedagogy, creating enriching outdoor learning experiences that allow children to explore, grow, and thrive. As a not-for-profit organisation, we always put the well-being of children and staff first, ensuring a warm and welcoming environment that truly makes a difference.

We are looking for passionate, motivated, and enthusiastic practitioners who have a strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding procedures. A love for outdoor learning and creative play is essential, as well as the ability to foster a nurturing and stimulating environment for young learners.

At Acorn, we invest in our people. We offer fantastic training and career progression opportunities, as well as the chance to grow within our organisation, with exciting future opportunities already in the pipeline in the Milton Keynes area.

If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make an impact, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of our inspiring team at Acorn Early Years!

As a Thank You For All Of Your Hard Work And Dedication To Making Acorn a Safe, Nurturing And Fun Place For Our Children To Be, We Offer

• Payscales that are competitive, transparent and reviewed annually
• 65% childcare discount
• Generous family leave
• Christmas closure
• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays (and the option to buy more)
• 4 dedicated training days and individual development plans
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Cyclescheme and Techscheme
• Length of Service awards
• Christmas parties
• Pay advances
• Employee assistance wellbeing programme because you matter to us
  
  

Successful applicants must be able to provide right to work in the UK documentation, provide two satisfactory references and undertake an enhanced DBS check prior commencing employment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education

• Industries

  Education

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