Early Years Practitioner – near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Position Details: Location: near Bury St Edmunds Position: Early Years Practitioner Hours: Full time (32.5 hours per week, term time only 1 week for training days) Salary: Cambridgeshire Scale 4 - point 7 (£25,584) to point 11 (£27,269) Contract: Permanent, starting as soon as possible (subject to safeguarding checks) Key Responsibilities as an Early Years Practitioner: Create a nurturing, vibrant environment where children feel happy, valued, and inspired to learn near Bury St Edmunds. Plan and deliver enriching activities that spark curiosity and joy for every child near Bury St Edmunds. Build strong, positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues to foster a genuine sense of belonging near Bury St Edmunds. Observe and assess children’s development, supporting each unique learner to grow emotionally, socially, and academically near Bury St Edmunds. Maintain a safe, supportive setting, ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding and wellbeing near Bury St Edmunds. Contribute enthusiastically to the life of the nursery and the wider school community, working as a joyful team member near Bury St Edmunds. Early Years Practitioner Skills & Requirements: A minimum Level 3 early years education and childcare qualification. A thorough knowledge of the EYFS framework and a strong understanding of early child development. A passionate Early Years Practitioner who believes in inclusive, creative, and caring education. Ability to communicate warmly and effectively with children, parents, and colleagues. Resilient, flexible, and committed to providing a joyful start to every child’s educational journey. First aid qualification or willingness to undertake one. What We Offer: Dedicated consultant guiding you throughout the process and beyond. Professional Development: Access to over 20 CPD FREE courses. Weekly PAYE payments and help to secure top permanent salaries. Join a team with years of expertise in the education sector. We are committed to fairness and inclusivity. Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities: Inspire EHC and our partner school near Bury St Edmunds are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two independent references. As an Equal Opportunities employer, Inspire EHC values diversity and inclusion. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship. If you’re ready to embark on a fulfilling journey as an Early Years Practitioner, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us inspire and uplift pupils' lives near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk