Job Description

Join Our Warm, Caring Team at

The Mulberry Bush

(Previously Little Acorns - Hedge End)

Are you passionate about giving children the best start in life? Do you thrive in a friendly, supportive team that values your voice and celebrates your hard work? Then we'd love to welcome you to

The Mulberry Bush family

!

At The Mulberry Bush, we're all about nurturing young minds in a caring, fun, and safe environment where every child (and every team member!) is supported to grow and shine.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

Competitive Salary

- 26,208 per year, with regular pay reviews

Extra Birthday Leave

- celebrate your special day, on us!

Childcare Discounts

- because we care about your family too

Wellness Support

- including annual health care benefits with the option to upgrade to private medical insurance

Free Weekly Lunch

- save time and enjoy a tasty break

Monthly Recognition Awards

- celebrating YOU and your contributions

Ongoing Professional Development

- we'll help you grow your skills and your career

Room Budgets for Learning Resources

- because fun, creative spaces matter

1000 Refer-a-Friend Bonus

- bring someone great into the team

What You'll Be Doing:

Caring for Children

- Providing thoughtful, high-quality care tailored to each child's needs and interests

Creating Fun Learning Experiences

- Planning age-appropriate, engaging activities that support all areas of development

Building Strong Bonds

- Developing meaningful relationships with children, families, and your amazing colleagues

Maintaining a Safe & Nurturing Environment

- Making sure the nursery is always welcoming, clean, and safe for all

Who We're Looking For:

Someone who loves working with young children and brings a positive, can-do attitude A real team player with strong communication skills Committed to delivering exceptional care and early education Holds at least a

Level 2 qualification

in Early Years

Sound Like You?

If you're ready to be part of something special, where you'll feel valued, supported, and inspired every day - we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your childcare career with The Mulberry Bush - where care, creativity, and community come together.

The Mulberry Bush is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are required to share this commitment. All applicants invited to interview will be required to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK and complete a suitability declaration. Successful applicants will also be required to have an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,208.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme
Experience:

Nursery: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Level 3 or higher in Early Years? (required)
Work Location: In person