Job description: Nursery Manager Hillside Gems Terling About the Role We are looking for a warm, capable and inspiring   Nursery Manager   to lead our beautiful Terling site from September 2026. Terling is a small, nurturing   21-place nursery and preschool , offering a calm and personal environment where children can be truly known, supported and celebrated. This is a special opportunity for a manager who values close relationships, thoughtful practice and the joy of working in a smaller setting where every child and family matters. The nursery is within walking distance of a beautiful nature park, giving children rich opportunities to explore, discover and connect with the natural world. We are looking for a manager who will embrace outdoor learning and help bring nature, movement and curiosity into everyday nursery life. This role would suit someone who is open to new approaches, thoughtful systems and fresh ideas. The successful candidate will have...

Forest School Practitioner - for two locations Start Date:   September 2026 Contract:   Term Time Only, 38 weeks per year Working Pattern:   Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays (additional days available) Hours: Tuesdays: 8.30am - 3.30pm (Terling site) Wednesday: 8.15am – 3.15pm (Barn site) Thursday: 8.45am – 3.45pm (Barn site) Additional hours available across our other Hillside Gems sites. Pay:   £12.98 per hour + £1.57 per hour holiday pay Total:   £14.55   per hour About the Role We are looking for a warm, enthusiastic and nurturing Forest School Practitioner to support our beautiful Nursery provisions from September 2026. The Barn is a special part of Hillside Gems, set within the peaceful grounds of a quiet 11th-century church in a small, caring community. Within walking distance, there is a stunning nature park with streams, walking paths, woodland space and a beautiful river, offering rich opportunities for children to explore,...

Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – Spoonbill Under 3's (Term Time Only) Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Spoonbill Under 3's (part of the Naval under 5's Nursery Group), Gosport. Requirements; You must be able to gain a clear DBS Preferably have GCSE grades A*-C or 4-9 in Maths and English, or equivalent or willing to work towards them A warm welcome awaits you at Spoonbill. We are a small inclusive nursery offering funded and non- funded places for children aged 3 months to 2 years. We are part the Naval Under Fives family which has 7 settings providing funded and non-funded places up to 3 years old. Spoonbill has a dedicated team of passionate early years practitioners, the Manager and Deputy Manager and Early Years Practitioner. We frequently attend a variety of relevant training to keep our practice updated. We...

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship - Hopcroft Childcare Shoots Training are seeking a motivated, reliable and enthusiastic individual as an apprentice to complete their Level 3 Childcare qualification with Hopcroft Childcare at their Rotherfield Peppard setting We have a large renovated Dutch barn on Manor Farm to provide a unique childcare facility, which offers all the requirements of a modern nursery while still retaining its original character. With a child's environment so fundamental to their development; being surrounded by fields and woodland we are in an ideal setting for a more natural outdoor approach to learning. As a child steps through our doors for the first time they will be welcomed by a warm, friendly, fun environment within a light and airy, open-plan space. Peapods opened its doors back in April 2013 after a long journey to find a perfect location to create an individual setting.  We aim to provide good quality, accessible childcare and...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – The Village Nursery Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at The Village Nursery, Liss. A little bit about The Village Nursery, with Ali provides unique, fun filled music and movement sessions through age-appropriate activities for the younger children.  The educational content and high-quality instruments and props enable the children to develop their sense of rhythm, self-expression, confidence, and physical control. Favourite activities such as the light show and parachute songs combine textures, sounds and movement for a multi-sensory learning experience. Ali joins us once a week in Caterpillars & Bumble Bees.  We are members of Roots and Shoots, a conservation group set up by Jane Goodall to help school aged children understand the need for all of us to help look after our planet. We are very fortunate to have a parent at...

Level 2 or 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – Marsh Lane Day Nursery Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 2 or 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Marsh Lane Day Nursery, Yeovil. Requirements; A Level 2 Childcare qualification would be desirable  Preferably have GCSE grades A*-C or 4-9 in Maths and English, or equivalent or willing to work towards them Established in 1995, Marsh Lane Day Nursery Ltd is set in a lovely and quiet location on Marsh Lane, We are easily accessible from either Ilchester Road or Coombe Street Lane and the nursery itself is located away from the road with a private car park for the parents to use. The Nursery has three pleasant and secure outdoor areas, which have access to Yeovil Recreation Centre and is only a short walk to a local farm and country walks. We operate on a session basis. Monday to Friday 8am – 6pm throughout the year, only closing for bank...

--- Family run! ·· Supportive Management and team! ·· 50% Employee Discount! ·· CPD opportunities and Salary Reviews! ·· Lots of training opportunities! ·· Staff Member of the term £200 voucher opportunity! ··· 31 days holiday (increases with service, up to 36 days) ·· Wellbeing Support ---  We are looking for a friendly a Chef with experience who has a passion for nutrition and excellence in the kitchen to join our well established Nursery in South Croydon. Main Responsibilities: Create inspiring menu’s for under 5's Prepare delicious nutritious meals! Keep the kitchen clean and beautifully organised Washing dishes, utensils, pots and pans Meet high quality hygiene standards Complete training and continuous professional development! We are looking for someone who… Truly cares about good food! Has good communication skills Sense of humour Enthusiasm and patience An attentive and compassionate nature A BIG...

Outdoor Lead – Outdoor Adventures! Are you passionate about the outdoors and ready to inspire others through nature-based learning? At Naturally Learning, we're looking for an enthusiastic, experienced Outdoor Lead to champion our outdoor provision and bring the magic of learning in nature to life. Based in our beautiful Charlestown Forest , this role is perfect for someone who thrives outdoors in all seasons and has a genuine passion for connecting children with the natural world.   Essential Requirements: Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification Full UK driving licence Commitment to working outdoors every day, whatever the weather A passion for outdoor learning and child-led exploration   As our Outdoor Lead, you will: Lead and develop inspiring outdoor learning experiences within our Charlestown Forest setting Be a positive role model, demonstrating a passion for nature and outdoor education every day...

Job Vacancy for Qualified Early Years Practitioner. We are a diverse and unique setting providing childcare of the staff and students at the University. Our families are not just from Bristol but from further afield or abroad. Our children are multi-lingual and we support them in various ways, including a multilingual staff team. As a setting we focus on ensuing that children and families are settled and feel a sense of belonging in our nursery community. We are a non-profit making charity with the money received from fees going straight to staff and children’s resources. We have a strong management team and committee, with a drive for reflection and improvement. We strive for fun, care and laughter whilst providing wonderful opportunities for the children in our care. Why work for us? Our starting salary range is:   £28,778pa to £33002, depending on experience.   (Level 3 qualified, Full -time, 40 hours per week between 8.30am and 5.30pm) One half day per week...

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – Nemo's Nursery. Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Nemo's Nursery in Poole. Requirements; GCSE grades A*-C or 4-9 in Maths and English, or equivalent  Nemo’s cares for children between three months and five years. Our beautiful nursery is set in a large Victorian house. You will feel at ease from the moment you step through our door. Our friendly staff will be there to greet you and your child with a warm smile and lots of learning and adventures every day. Our nursery is split into different age groups. Our Baby Rooms and 2 - 5 years room will give children everything they need to grow, learn and develop in a safe and fun environment in their own individual way. Rest assured your child will always receive the care and attention they deserve. Nemo’s nursery and preschool opened its doors in 2010 and was the...