Tea Time Assistant
| Company: | Acorn Early Years |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Milton Keynes, MK5 6AB |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 8 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 8 Nov 2026 |
Summary
We are looking for an anthusiastic Tea Time Assistant for our Shenley Churh End Nursery.
Our lovely nursery building, in the heart of the old Shenley Church End village was formerly the primary school, and retains the character of the original Victorian architecture. The rooms have been sympathetically refurbished to provide light and spacious play areas. In this supportive environment, your child will be able to learn and develop through play and creativity.
We offer full and part-time care for up to 48 children from the age of four months to four years, and are open from 7.30am to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.
This is a part time position, 12.5 hours a week, Monday - Friday 3.30-6pm
Key responsibilities:
Supervising children during tea time activities, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Encouraging cooperation and positive interactions among children.
Monitoring children's behavior and providing support as needed.
Maintaining a positive and engaging environment for children to learn and play.
At Acorn, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. We value diverse perspectives and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. As an inclusive employer, we’re happy to consider any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. You must have the right to work in the UK, be able to provide two satisfactory references, and, due to the nature of our sector, all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Benefits
- Payscales that are competitive, transparent and reviewed annually
- 65% Childcare discount - Pro rata depending on contracted hours
- 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 for when times are tough
- Employee assistance wellbeing programme
Vacancy Reference: SHENTEA
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