Rougham Acorns and Woodlands, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP30 9JJ From £11.95 per hour Term time and holiday club Permanent Required as soon as possible Reference: 0131 Rougham Acorns and Woodlands is a rural village preschool, set behind the primary school surrounded by countryside. We have been established since the mid 1990’s. We can take 24 children per session including wrap around care and holiday club, and follow a ratio of 1-4 for 2yrs and 1-8 for 3 yrs. Our ethos is that the children in our care learn through play, and with support will build resilience, confidence and independence. We have a magnificent garden that lends itself to lots of stimulating play for the children. We offer the children the opportunity of free flow plays to fuel their creativity and imaginative thinking, come all weathers. Do you love the sound of laughter, the magic of messy play, and the joy of seeing little minds grow? Are you a champion at building block towers, a pro at singing out of tune, and a master of storytelling with silly voices? If so, we need YOU We’re on the hunt for a passionate, and patient Early Years Practitioner to join our team. Your mission? To spark curiosity, nurture young minds, and to support and build resilience, confidence and independence. A workplace where glitter, gloop, paint and mud are basically a fashion accessory. Endless opportunities to read “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” (again… and again). Joining an experienced friendly team, who are there to support each other as well as the children. The chance to make a real difference in the lives of all the children in our care Free car parking, and your uniform. What we are currently looking for: An experienced practitioner, Level 3, who is able to keep records up to date and has a solid understanding of the EYFS. Be able to work wrap around care hours (between 8am-6pm) and join the team for holiday club during the school holidays. A warm, caring personality with a big heart. Creativity, enthusiasm, and a love for messy play. The ability to turn everyday moments into magical learning experiences. At Rougham Acorns and Woodlands Preschool we have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of all who enter the setting. We are committed to ensuring that our practices reflect our statutory responsibilities and that we comply with best practice and Ofsted requirements. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. For more information Please contact Charlotte Sanders by calling 01359 271998 if you wish to discuss the role further. How to apply If you are interested, please send your CV and request an application form from Charlotte Sanders by emailing charlotte.sandersacornsandwoodlands.com Closing date: 1 pm, 11 April 2025. We reserve the right to close the application date before this deadline.