About Us
Little Acorns Day Nursery is a nurturing, child-centred early years setting committed to delivering high-quality education and care in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). We pride ourselves on creating a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment where children thrive and staff feel valued and supported.
About the Role
We are looking for two passionate and dedicated Early Years Practitioners to join our team. One role is offered on a fixed term basis to cover maternity leave and one role is offered as a permanent position. The role involves supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing while maintaining excellent safeguarding and care standards.
The fixed-term position is to cover maternity leave and will end on 18 December 2026, unless extended or converted to a permanent role in line with organisational needs and employment legislation.
We welcome applications from those wishing to work part-time as part of a job-share arrangement.
Key Responsibilities (not exhaustive)
* Deliver high-quality care and education aligned with EYFS requirements
* Support children's learning through play-based activities and observations
* Contribute to planning and assessment processes
* Build positive relationships with parents and carers
* Ensure health, safety and wellbeing standards are maintained
* Promote inclusive practice and equal opportunities
* Follow safeguarding procedures and setting policies at all times
* Work collaboratively within a team environment
Safeguarding & Compliance Statement
Little Acorns Day Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to:
* Enhanced DBS clearance
* References and employment history checks
* Online checks where appropriate
* Verification of qualifications
* Disqualification declaration (Childcare Act 2006)
* Right to work in the UK checks
Little Acorns operates robust safer recruitment and suitability assessment procedures. Previous employment history, performance and references will form part of candidate evaluation. We follow safer recruitment procedures in line with statutory guidance including Keeping Children Safe in Education and EYFS safeguarding and welfare requirements.
Equality & Flexible Working
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Flexible working requests, including job share arrangements, will be considered fairly and in line with statutory employment rights.
How to Apply
Please send your CV to:
Chelsea Leatherbarrow -
If applying as part of a job share, please include your preferred working pattern.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
Pay: Up to £12.21 per hour
Expected hours: 16 – 29 per week
Work Location: In person