Preschool Assistant

• Old Newton Under Fives
• Address: Village Hall Church Road Old Newton Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 4ED
• Salary: 10058 - 17525 per annum
• Hours: 21.5 - 36 hours per week
• Contract: Permanent
• Reference: 0620

We are looking to recruit a staff member to join our friendly and welcoming team as a Preschool Assistant.

The right candidate will be someone who has a passion for working with children aged 2-5 years and who has the following attributes:

• Reliable
• Hard working
• Has a fun and warm personality
• Is creative and not afraid to become messy!

We are looking for someone to work Monday to Wednesday 8.15 am to 3.45 pm as a minimum with potential for additional hours to be discussed at interview.

Your responsibilities

The main duties of role will include but are not limited to:

• Ensuring all the childrens needs are recognised and met.
• Ability to work as part of close-knit team to deliver a curriculum that reflects the values and ethos of our setting.
• Working in partnership with parents/carers.
• Offering appropriate levels of support and stimulation through use of resources and activities.
• Setting up/packing away of preschool sessions (this part of the job is very physical).
• Preparing snack.
• Maintaining hygiene of the children including changing where necessary.
• Light admin duties including child observations summative assessments of your key children contributing to SEND plans and overall planning for the setting.

What you will need

Essential criteria:

• Minimum Level 3 in Early Years/Child Care learning and development.
• Have 2 years previous experience of working in early years.
• Good knowledge of the EYFS.

Desirable criteria:

• Paediatric First Aid trained.
• Safeguarding training.
• Holds an up-to-date food hygiene certificate.
• On the DBS Update service.

About us

Old Newton Under Fives is a thriving village preschool which operates term time only. Based in Old Newton Village Hall we provide a pack-away fun and enjoyable preschool for children aged 2 to 5. We pride ourselves on our enthusiastic and imaginative team who provide a child-focused interest led and interactive learning environment.

Operating during term times only we have indoor and secure outdoor play areas and access to supervised play on outdoor play equipment. We regularly arrange for walks around the adjoining playing field woodland and nature areas.

What we will offer you

We offer:

• Onsite free parking.
• Company pension.
• Free flu jabs.
• Ongoing training opportunities.
• Potential additional hours during summer holidays with Holiday Club.

For more information

Please read the Job Description (pdf).

To find out more please contact Jenny Springfield by calling .

How to apply

To apply please send your completed Application form (Word) to Jenny Springfield by email to

Closing date: 1.00 pm 13 March 2026.