Bacton Under Fives Address: The Playcentre, Tailors Green, Bacton IP14 4LL Salary: Above NMW Hours: Part time and full time available, hours between 7.45am - 5.30pm, Monday - Friday Contract: Permanent Reference: 0538 Bacton Under Fives are on the search for a kind, caring individual who is passionate about providing exceptional care for children and their families at either a Level 3 or Level 2. We are open to discuss part time or full-time hours, although it is not possible to accommodate 9am – 3pm shift patterns. Your responsibilities Under the guidance of the room leader, you will: create a warm, nurturing and stimulating environment where children feel safe, valued, and eager to explore plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children’s learning and development across the EYFS including observing and recording progress using a play based approach build strong positive relationships with children and their families work collaboratively with the team to create a consistent, supportive and inclusive setting contribute to the settings continuous improvement by sharing ideas, reflecting on practice and participating in training and staff meetings. What you will need Level 3 full and relevant early years qualification (level 2 would be considered) A genuine passion for Early Years Strong communications skills Ability to work as part of an established team First Aid, Food Hygiene and Safeguarding desirable. About us Bacton Under Fives are a well-established Early Years Setting in rural Bacton. We are a committee led charity, providing play-based learning and care from birth to 5 years old with a wraparound care option. We are open all year round except for bank holidays and over Christmas. Our most recent Ofsted was in 2024 where we received a ‘Good’. In line with our safer recruitment policy, any offer of employment is conditional of 2 satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. What will offer you A fun friendly supportive team Opportunities for CPD Casual dress Staff discount Christmas closure. To find out more Please contact Rebecca Pipe by calling 01449 780079. We welcome informal discussions. How to apply Send a CV and covering letter to bactonunderfives2023@outlook.com Closing date: 1pm, 5 January 2026. Interview date: week commencing 12 January 2026.