Early Years Practitioner - Wolverton

Acorn Early Years Foundation; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Milton Keynes is seeking inspirational Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners. The role requires working 40 hours a week, promoting outdoor learning and creativity while ensuring the well-being of the children. Competitive pay with benefits like a £500 recruitment bonus, childcare discounts, annual leave, and training opportunities are offered. Ideal candidates are passionate and knowledgeable about early years education and safeguarding. Join us to make a positive impact in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay scales

65% childcare discount

Generous family leave

25 days annual leave

Enhanced pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Qualified Level 3 in Early Years.
• Passionate about early childhood development.
• Good knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Work 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday.
• Promote outdoor learning and creative play.
• Ensure children's well-being.

Skills

Passion for outdoor learning

Knowledge of EYFS procedures

Safeguarding practices

Creativity in play

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years

Job description

If you are offerred an EYP role, you will received a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period.

We are looking for inspirational Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners to join the newest nursery in our group atour nurseryin Wolverton Mill, Milton Keynes.

The role will be 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday working between 0730 and 18.15.

We’re proud to be one of the leading childcare providers in Milton Keynes, Northampton and Bedford with over35years’ experience who specialise in nature pedagogy and promoting the professional development of our employees.We believe that childcare needs a personal touch, and our nurseries and out-of-school clubs offer flexibility and individuality with a homely feel. As a not-for-profit organisation, we place our children’s well-being at the heart of our work..

The ideal candidate will be passionate, motivated and enthusiastic about outdoor learning and creative play, as well as a good working knowledge and practice of the EYFS and safeguarding procedures.

Apply today or get in touch with our HR team for an information chat on: 01908 510309 or email: recruitment @acornearlyyears.org.uk

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.

Working at Acorn

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
• Techscheme
• Length of Service awards
• Summer and Christmas parties
• Pay advances for when times are tough
• Employee assistance wellbeing programme