Early Years Educator

Job Description

• Stowupland Preschool
• Address: Church Road, Stowupland, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 4BQ
• Salary: £12.71 per hour
• Hours: 18 hours per week, Term time only
• Contract: Fixed Term Contract for 12 months initially, required from September 2026
• Reference: 0767

We are looking to recuit an enthusiastic

Early Years Educator with knowledge of SEN (Special Educational Needs) to join our preschool ahead of a busy cohort.

The setting is busy and thriving and the successful applicant will be a part of our team at an exciting time, as we get ready to welcome a new cohort of children in September 2026.

As the successful candidate you will deliver excellent standards of care and education, with a focus on achieving outstanding outcomes for all the children in our care; working closely with SEN children supporting their learning and development.

Your Responsibilities

• To work effectively alongside the Manager and Deputies to meet the needs of children according to the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum, whilst upholding the setting ethos.
• To work in partnership with an established team, outside agencies and parents.
• To maintain high levels of care and education for all children with particular focus on SEN.

What You Will Need

• Ideally you will hold a relevant qualification in Early Years and Childcare.
• Preferably have 2 years’ experience of working with children under 5.
• Experience working with SEN children is essential.
• A commitment to adhering to all safeguarding procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of equality and inclusion within an early years setting.
• Excellent communication skills.

• Stowupland Pre-School has been serving the local community for over 30 years.
• We are a registered charity and committee run provision situated in the rural village of Stowupland.
• Our Pre-School is a modern, purpose-built building which benefits from a large outdoor area and access to our local community. Our key aim is to promote children's personal, social and emotional development.

What We Will Offer You

• A safe and friendly working environment. We offer a pension scheme, staff uniform, strong links with the community and local church.
• Access to an online training platform.

For more information

Please Read Job Description (Word) .

For an informal discussion, please contact

Kayleigh Simpson by calling 01449 678550.

How To Apply

To apply, please submit your completed

Application Form (Word) by email to ***email_hidden***

Closing date: 1.00 pm, 26 June 2026.

Interviews will be held on an ongoing rolling basis, so early applications are advised.

Stowupland Pre-School and The Mighty Oaks is committed to the Safeguarding of all children. You will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and must provide 2 references.

Applicants must also have proof of their eligibility to work in the UK.

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