Job Description

Cringleford Crackerjacks Preschool is looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join our friendly team. If you're passionate about supporting young children to learn, grow, and thrive in a nurturing environment, we'd love to hear from you!

About the Role

As an Early Years Practitioner (or Senior Practitioner, depending on experience), you will:

Create engaging, child-led learning experiences Support children's development in line with the EYFS Build positive relationships with children, families, and the team Help maintain a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment Carry out key person responsibilities and contribute to planning and observations (Senior role) Support colleagues, take lead responsibilities when needed, and help drive high-quality practice

About You

We're looking for someone who:

Holds a

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification

(or is working towards it) Brings enthusiasm, creativity, and a genuine love for early childhood education Works well as part of a supportive, collaborative team Has good communication skills and an ability to build strong relationships Is reliable, caring, and committed to high-quality childcare (Senior role) Has experience leading practice or mentoring others
Crackerjacks Preschool is located on the site of Cringleford Primary School in Dragonfly Lane close to the A11 /A47 Thickthorn Interchange. It's a 10-minute drive from Norwich city centre and there are regular buses from central Norwich which makes it is an easy commute.

Crackerjacks is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Successful candidates will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and provide evidence of their eligibility to work in the UK.

Hours of work:

Full time (Part time considered), Term time

Monday - Friday, 8.30 am - 3.45 pm

Start date - January 2026

Closing date 12/12/2025

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.78-12.99 per hour

Application question(s):

Do you hold at least a Level 2 qualification in Childcare?
Work Location: In person