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26 May, 2026
Full time
£32,448 - £37,440 yearly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Milton Keynes, UK
Deputy Nursery Manager Acorn Early Years – Hedgerows - Netherfield   Acorn Early Years is seeking a confident, passionate and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to join our leadership team at Hedgerows Nursery . This is a key leadership role for an early years professional who is committed to high‑quality practice, strong team development and excellent outcomes for children and families. Acorn at Hedgerows is a 43 place day nursery in Netherfield, Milton Keynes. Attached to the Hedgerows family centre, the nursery transferred to us from Milton Keynes Council and offers fully-funded places for eligible 2, 3 and 4 year olds. The nursery offers full and part-time care for children aged four months to four years, and is open 7:30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. The Acorns and Squirrels room caters for 15 children, aged four months to two years old. It has a bright main play room, a sleep area and nappy changing/toilet facilities and...
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Acorn at Hedgerows
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
26 May, 2026
Full time
£10.50 - £12.71 hourly
Shoots Salisbury, UK
Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – Brambles Outdoor Group Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Brambles Outdoor Group, Wilton. Brambles Wilton opened in January 2021. Based in the picturesque town of Wilton just a short 3 miles from the Salisbury, our Bramblers enjoy a stunning slice of countryside in our wonderful garden surrounded by fields and a stream as well as our four-legged neighbour Robby the Horse.  We have two beautiful gardens with a mature oak tree, a fun mud kitchen and a cosy yurt with a log burner for the cooler days. We also have an indoor space where the children enjoy their lunch and the youngest enjoy their sleep We grow our own herbs and vegetables for the children to look after and we provide nutritious and well-balanced hot lunches, catering for all dietary requirements We care for children between 1 - 4...
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Shoots Sales
Apprentice
25 May, 2026
Part time
£15.00 hourly
Kilbride Playgroup
Purpose of the Job To work as part of the playgroup team, providing effective management and leadership to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality care and education for pre-school and pre-pre-school children. To fulfil all legal and statutory requirements and to contribute to and implement the playgroup’s policies and procedures. The overall policies and procedures of the group are set by the Management Committee, to whom the Manager/Leader is accountable. Within this framework, the Manager/Leader is responsible for the day-to-day running of the setting, ensuring a safe, caring, and welcoming environment for all children and their families.
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Kilbride Playgroup
Nursery Manager Room Leader/Team Leader
22 May, 2026
Full time
£13.40 - £13.50 hourly
Cuddles & Care Children's Day Nursery Chard TA20, UK
Job Description: This Job post is Full-Time  Cuddles and Care Day Nursery Chard, is part of a growing nursery chain called S&D Childcare Limited and  is 1 of 6 nurseries within somerset. Our nursery caters for children between 3 months and 5 years. Early Years Practitioners, are responsible for supporting the development and well-being of young children, from 3 months to 5 years old at Cuddles and Care Day Nurseries, Little Starlings  and Yeovilteenies Day Nursery. They play a crucial role in helping children meet developmental milestones through engaging, safe, and age-appropriate activities. Skills and Qualifications Level 2/3 CACHE Childcare or equivalent Experience with children in a childcare or nursery settings. Background in early childhood education Strong communication skills to interact effectively with children and parents Valid driver's license for potential driving responsibilities is preferred but not essential....
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S & D Childcare ltd T/A Cuddles & Care Children's Day Nursery, Chard
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
22 May, 2026
Casual
£8.00 - £12.71 hourly
My Shooting Stars Nurseries Ltd West Midlands, UK
Relief / Bank Early Years Practitioner Shooting Stars Nursery – Worcester (WR1 3JR) Up to £12.71 per hour Relief / Bank role | Flexible working pattern Operating hours: 7:30am–6:00pm Year-round setting | Closed on bank holidays A Flexible Role in a Supportive Nursery Shooting Stars Nurseries Worcester is looking to support its team with a reliable and caring Relief / Bank Early Years Practitioner. This role offers true flexibility, working across different rooms and age groups to support the day-to-day running of the nursery. It’s well suited to practitioners who enjoy variety, want control over their working hours, and still wish to be part of a high-quality, child-focused environment. Whether you’re balancing other commitments, returning to early years, or choosing a more adaptable way of working, you’ll be welcomed into a professional and friendly team. About You We would love to hear from applicants who: Hold a relevant Level 2 or...
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Shooting Stars Nurseries Worcester
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Bank
22 May, 2026
Full time
£14.10 hourly
My Shooting Stars Nurseries Ltd Bromsgrove, UK
Early Years Nursery Practitioner (Level 3) Shooting Stars Nursery – Bromsgrove (B61 0AE) £14.10 per hour Full-time – 40 hours per week (part-time hours also considered) All positions are all-year-round. Bank holidays off. Join Our Bromsgrove Nursery Team We are looking for a dedicated Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join our welcoming team at Shooting Stars Nursery in Bromsgrove. This is a great opportunity for both experienced practitioners and newly qualified Level 3 candidates looking to develop their skills within a supportive and well-established setting. We offer a positive team environment, strong leadership, and the flexibility to grow professionally at your own pace. About You We are keen to hear from candidates who: Hold a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification Have experience within a nursery or early years environment (preferred but not essential for newly qualified applicants) Are confident working within the...
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Shooting Stars Nurseries Bromsgrove
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
22 May, 2026
Full time
£27,060 - £27,476 yearly
Caring Kindergartens Ltd Northampton, UK
At Caring Kindergartens, children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are currently looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a fairy godmother one day to firefighter the next, no two days are ever the same.  For this role, you will need a Level 3 qualification in childcare, be dedicated to your career progression and have the understanding that all children are unique and how their achievements should be celebrated whilst they are made to feel cherished and well cared for. Duties To work as part of a team and acting as key worker for a group of children –observing, recording and assessing their progress and development through the use of observations supported with photographic evidence; To develop high quality interactions with children, to build on and extend their thinking and learning; To plan, prepare and deliver a wide range of play experiences that promotes children’s physical, intellectual and emotional...
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Caring Kindergartens Moulton Park
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
21 May, 2026
Full time
£27,580 - £29,140 yearly
Caring Kindergartens Ltd Daventry NN11, UK
At Caring Kindergartens, children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are currently looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a fairy godmother one day to firefighter the next, no two days are ever the same.  For this role, you will need a Level 3 qualification in childcare, be dedicated to your career progression and have the understanding that all children are unique and how their achievements should be celebrated whilst they are made to feel cherished and well cared for. Duties To lead a team and act as key worker for a group of children –observing, recording and assessing their progress and development through the use of observations supported with photographic evidence; To develop high quality interactions with children, to build on and extend their thinking and learning; To plan, prepare and deliver a wide range of play experiences that promotes children’s physical, intellectual and emotional development;...
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Caring Kindergartens Daventry
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
21 May, 2026
Full time
£27,060 - £27,476 yearly
Caring Kindergartens Ltd Daventry NN11, UK
At Caring Kindergartens, children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are currently looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a fairy godmother one day to firefighter the next, no two days are ever the same.  For this role, you will need a Level 3 qualification in childcare, be dedicated to your career progression and have the understanding that all children are unique and how their achievements should be celebrated whilst they are made to feel cherished and well cared for. Duties To work as part of a team and acting as key worker for a group of children –observing, recording and assessing their progress and development through the use of observations supported with photographic evidence; To develop high quality interactions with children, to build on and extend their thinking and learning; To plan, prepare and deliver a wide range of play experiences that promotes children’s physical, intellectual and emotional...
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Caring Kindergartens Daventry
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
21 May, 2026
Full time
£27,060 - £27,664 yearly
Caring Kindergartens Ltd Peterborough, UK
At Caring Kindergartens, children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are currently looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a fairy godmother one day to firefighter the next, no two days are ever the same.  For this role, you will need a Level 3 qualification in childcare, be dedicated to your career progression and have the understanding that all children are unique and how their achievements should be celebrated whilst they are made to feel cherished and well cared for. Duties To work as part of a team and acting as key worker for a group of children –observing, recording and assessing their progress and development through the use of observations supported with photographic evidence; To develop high quality interactions with children, to build on and extend their thinking and learning; To plan, prepare and deliver a wide range of play experiences that promotes children’s physical, intellectual and emotional...
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Caring Kindergartens Peterborough
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant