Job Description

We are looking for 2 Part-time Lunchtime Assistant working 20 hours a week (experience within an Early Years setting desirable) to join our Nursery at Cold Harbour, Bletchley, Milton Keynes.


Our day nursery is adjoined to an outdoor learning centre that builds on our popular Forest School provision and reputation for Forest School training. One of our key priorities is outdoor play and learning, which is clearly evident at Cold Harbour, where the outdoor environment and play are are available to the children all day, every day.


Acorn has recently been awarded a 'Top 20 Recommended Nursery Group 2025' Award by Day Nurseries in recognition of its high customer reviews over the last 12 months. We're proud to be one of the leading childcare providers in Milton Keynes, Northampton and Bedford with over 35 years' experience who specialise in nature pedagogy and promoting the professional development of our employees.


You will be rewarded with a competitive salary, great training and progression opportunities, enhanced pension contributions, and 65% childcare discount. As a not-for-profit organisation, Acorn always puts the needs of the children first, meaning you will be working for a business that cares about more than just profit. We close our nurseries for four days a year to allow days to train our staff in a variety of subjects.


The position is working 20 hours per week Monday through to Friday all year round working between the hours of 11.00 - 15.00 every day.


We very much welcome candidates that are looking to progress their personal career development.

Expectations

For all children to be happy, confident, self-assured and independent

Effective communication with management, staff, children and parents

To role model outstanding practice and positive behaviour management

The ideal candidate will be passionate, motivated and enthusiastic about outdoor learning and creative play.


Successful applicants must be able to provide 'right to work in the UK' documentation, provide two satisfactory references and undertake an enhanced DBS check prior commencing employment.


Sustainability and being part of the local community is an important factor to us, so if you want to see if there is a nursery closer to you, get in touch with our HR team today on: 01908 510309 or email: hr@acornearlyyears.org.uk


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Benefits

Working at Acorn

As a thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to making Acorn a safe, nurturing and fun place for our children to be, we offer:


Payscales that are competitive, transparent and reviewed annually 65% Childcare discount Generous family leave Christmas closure 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays (and the option to buy more) 4 dedicated training days and individual development plans Enhanced pension scheme Cyclescheme Techscheme Length of Service awards Summer and Christmas parties Pay advances Employee assistance wellbeing programme


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