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27 Jul, 2026
Part time
£11.45 hourly
La Maternelle Family Childcare Nantwich, UK
Do you want to be part of an outstanding Nursery provision? Are you passionate about child development and providing children with inspirational experiences and memories to ensure they are ‘life ready’. At La Maternelle Family Childcare we are keen to employ the ‘right person’. The right person can be qualified or unqualified, experienced or in-experienced. Personality, enthusiasm and ambition are the most important qualities within our practitioners. The role is 9.30am – 2.30pm. We have great facilities such as a cosy and well equipped staff room which includes a Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, kettle, toaster, tea, coffee, milk, hot chocolate, staff wellbeing resources (colouring books, fidget toys, zen garden, salt lamp) and added extras throughout the year to enjoy before or after work. The contract is five days per week Monday - Friday and therefore no weekend work. All new recruits will have access to our comprehensive internal training program. We place a...
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La Maternelle Family Childcare - Nantwich
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
27 Jul, 2026
Full time
£23,220.60 - £25,877.28 hourly
La Maternelle Family Childcare Nantwich, UK
Do you want to be part of an outstanding Nursery provision? Are you passionate about child development and providing children with inspirational experiences and memories to ensure they are ‘life ready’. At La Maternelle Family Childcare we are keen to employ the ‘right person’. The right person can be qualified or unqualified, experienced or in-experienced. Personality, enthusiasm and ambition are the most important qualities within our practitioners. The role is 7.30am – 6.00pm with a 45 minute lunch break, and a 15 minute break, which can be taken in our cosy and well equipped staff room which includes a Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, kettle, toaster, tea, coffee, milk, hot chocolate, staff wellbeing resources (colouring books, fidget toys) and added extras throughout the year. The contract is four days per week with a set day off to be able to create a positive work life balance. All new recruits will have access to our comprehensive internal training program....
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La Maternelle Family Childcare - Nantwich
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
27 Jul, 2026
Full time
£20.00 hourly
Tiny Wilds Hybrid (Sampford Spiney, Yelverton, UK)
Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the day-to-day operation of the setting, ensuring it runs smoothly, safely, and in line with its ethos Lead and inspire a small, passionate team of four staff, including one completing a Level 3 qualification under your supervision. Ensure the highest standards of care, safeguarding and educational delivery. Oversee curriculum planning across Tiny Wilds, Mighty Wilds, and Magic Mighties, ensuring consistency and progression Maintain clear, accurate, and up-to-date records in line with EYFS and Ofsted requirements Modelling excellent practice and supporting staff development through regular in class mentoring.  Plan and deliver engaging, nature-based learning experiences both outdoors and indoors Ensure effective communication across the team, including handovers, updates, and shared responsibilities Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with families, supporting a positive and engaged community Liaise with...
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Tiny Wilds
Room Leader/Team Leader
27 Jul, 2026
Full time
£32,000 yearly
Ark Start London, UK
We have an exciting opportunity for motivated and capable individuals to join us as a Manager in Training.  We have positions available, in the following London-based settings: Ark Start St Clement, 95 Princedale Road, London W11 4NS Ark Start John Archer, Plough Terrace, Clapham Junction, London SW11 2AA Ark Start Oval, 43 Cross Road, Croydon, CR0 6TE Ark Start John Keats, Bell Ln, Enfield EN3 5PA This role is designed to develop future Ark Start nursery managers through a structured training and development programme. The manager in training programme is an enhanced educational programme within Ark Start which offers a unique opportunity to build a career in early years education while making a tangible difference in children’s lives. The role combines hands-on responsibilities, leadership development, and extensive training, designed to equip a candidate with the skills to eventually manage and open their own Ark Start nursery. This role blends...
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Ark Start
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager Room Leader/Team Leader
27 Jul, 2026
Full time
£50,000 - £60,000 yearly
Ark Start London, UK
Ark Start is seeking an Area Manager to lead a group of nurseries, champion high-quality early years practice, and help shape the future of our growing nursery network. This is a rewarding leadership role for someone who combines strategic thinking with hands-on support and is committed to achieving outstanding outcomes for children, families, and staff. As an Area Manager, you will provide leadership and operational oversight across a region of Ark Start nurseries, supporting Nursery Managers to deliver exceptional care and education. You will build strong relationships with leaders and teams, identifying opportunities for growth and improvement while ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding, compliance, and educational provision. You will also take ownership of a specialist area of expertise, such as assessment, curriculum, or staff training and development, leading innovation and continuous improvement across the wider organisation. The successful...
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Ark Start
Area/Regional Manager
27 Jul, 2026
Full time
£24,000 - £30,000 yearly
Ethos Education Norbury, London, UK
We are looking for experienced Early Years Practitioners to join the wonderful team at this nursery in Norbury, South London! This growing nursery is a great place to work, with a supportive management team who truly care about every member of staff. Benefits of working here include career progression opportunities, further training fully funded, free staff parking, and bonuses. There are Early Years Practitioner opportunities available across the baby, toddler and preschool rooms, and your duties will include planning and delivering age-appropriate activities, carrying out observations, and supporting daily routines, among many more! It is essential for the Early Years Practitioner role that you hold at least a Level 2 qualification in Early Years or Childcare (or Level 3/above for baby room), and that you have excellent experience working in a nursery or early years setting. You should have strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding practices, and a passion for working with...
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Ethos Education
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
25 Jul, 2026
Full time
£13.50 - £18.00 hourly
Jo Jo’s Day Care Nursery - Canterbury Ltd Herne Bay, UK
🌟 We’re Looking for an Exceptional Nursery Manager 🌟 Jo Jo’s Day Care Nursery – Herne Bay This isn’t just another management role. At Jo Jo’s Day Care Nursery, we believe every child deserves the very best start in life. We’re looking for an inspirational, experienced Nursery Manager who shares our passion for delivering outstanding childcare, leading by example, and creating an environment where children, families and staff flourish. If you are an ambitious leader with high standards, excellent knowledge of the EYFS, and a genuine passion for early years, we’d love to hear from you. The Role As our Nursery Manager, you will: Lead and inspire an experienced, dedicated team. Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding and child welfare. Ensure outstanding teaching, learning and care throughout the nursery. Build positive relationships with children, families and external professionals. Drive continuous improvement and support staff...
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Jo Jo's Day Care Nursery
Nursery Manager
24 Jul, 2026
Full time
£15.60 - £18.00 hourly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Milton Keynes, UK
Deputy Nursery Manager Acorn Early Years – Cold Harbour Nursery - Bletchley  If you are offered a Deputy Manager role, you will receive a £1000 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. Acorn Early Years is seeking a confident, passionate and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to join our leadership team at Cold Harbour 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. Our day nursery is adjoined to an outdoor learning centre that builds on our popular Forest School provision and reputation for Forest School training. One of our key priorities is outdoor play and learning, which is clearly evident at Cold Harbour, where the outdoor environment and play area are available to the children all day, every day.   The nursery offers full and part-time care for up to 62 children...
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Acorn at Cold Harbour
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
24 Jul, 2026
Full time
£35,000 - £45,000 yearly
Lily's nursery
Purpose of the role The Nursery Manager will provide visible, hands-on leadership during the launch and early growth of Lily’s Nursery and Daycare. The postholder will ensure that children are safeguarded, that the nursery is ready to operate safely and effectively, and that families receive a welcoming, reliable and high-quality service. Key responsibilities ·        Lead the nursery’s safeguarding culture and ensure children’s welfare, safety and wellbeing are promoted at all times. ·        Establish consistently high standards of care, early learning, inclusion, health, hygiene and parent partnership. ·        Build and lead a skilled, dependable and values-led staff team. ·        Prepare the nursery for opening, ensuring rooms, resources, records, policies, staffing and operational systems are in place. ·        Promote Lily’s Nursery and Daycare and lead the enquiry, visit, registration and settling-in journey so that places are filled...
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Lily's nursery and Daycare manager
Nursery Manager
24 Jul, 2026
Part time
£10.85 - £12.71 hourly
Kookaburra Playgroup Horsham, UK
Pay:   £10.85-£12.71 per hour Job description: Early Years Practitioner Pay:   £10.85 - £12.71 per hour (dependent on age and qualification) Hours:   Part-Time | 3 days per week (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday) | 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Term:   Term time only (38 weeks per year) Location:   Hills Farm Lane (Close to town centre with excellent transport links) Essential Requirements Qualifications:   Must be Level 2 or Level 3 qualified in Early Years Childcare (must hold a full, recognized qualification to be counted in ratios). Knowledge:   Strong understanding of the EYFS framework (we follow the Birth to Five curriculum). Safeguarding:   This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check The Ideal Candidate Will: Have previous experience working with children under 5 (desirable). Possess excellent communication skills. Be a reliable team player who can also work well on their own initiative. Strictly adhere to all playgroup...
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Kookaburra Playgroup
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse