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15 May, 2026
Full time
£12.81 - £13.65 hourly
Merry go Round Hereford, UK
Job post summary Pay:   £12.81-£13.65 per hour Job Description: An exciting opportunity to join our team. Two positions available. We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our busy nursery in Hereford. Children's learning and development is paramount to us and we believe the early years are so very important to ensure children gain a passion for learning. Our unique Reggio Approach values the voice of the child and encourages learning and development through creativity within natural, stimulating environments. Applicants must have the following: NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or above) Childcare, Learning and Development or equivalent qualification. Minimum 1 year experience working with children aged 6 month to 5 years Valid paediatric first aid certificate preferred but training can be provided Safeguarding children certificate preferred but training can be provided Good knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)...
Nursery Name:
Merry go Round Day Nursery Limited
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
14 May, 2026
Full time
£8.00 hourly
Shoots Poole, UK
Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – Nemo's Nursery, Poole Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Nemo's Nursery in Poole. 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 original creation of busy working mum of two Claire Hartwell....
Nursery Name:
Shoots Sales
Apprentice
14 May, 2026
Full time
£32,652 yearly
Kinderland Day Nursery Ltd South Croydon, UK
--- 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! ·· Room of the term £25 voucher! ··· 31 days holiday (increases with service, up to 36 days) ·· Wellbeing Support --- The vision of Kinderland Day Nursery is to provide an environment where children are happy, stimulated, safe and healthy. We have a lovely building and fantastic resources but truly believe that our staff are the best resource and make the biggest difference in our children's lives! We are looking for a fun, kind and caring Level 3 Practitioner who has a real passion for the Early Years to join our lovely, well-established private day nursery. If that's you we would love to hear from you! We are based in South Croydon, Greater London and are a family run Nursery that has been open since 1995. Main Responsibilities: · Doing the invaluable job of...
Nursery Name:
Kinderland South Croydon
14 May, 2026
Full time
£8.00 hourly
Flying Start Nurseries Illogan, Redruth, UK
Flying Start Nurseries need an Apprentice Early Years Educator! We are looking to take on an Apprentice who can work in our busy nursery setting with our little ones, joining a team who are super passionate about outdoor learning and inspiring our children. Level 3 courses available for an immediate start. You need to be: Reliable and enthusiastic with high levels of motivation Organised Display good communication skills, with other adults and most importantly with children! Ability to work well within a team Passionate to work with children in the Early Years Caring and kind You need to have: A basic level of education to include, GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 (A-C) or above -  If you do not have one of these, we may be able to offer functional skills training, so please do still apply Good communication skills Basic IT skills Your core job will be: To support the delivery of an appropriate play based...
Nursery Name:
Flying Start @ Illogan
Apprentice
14 May, 2026
Full time
Mama Bear's Day Nursery Fishponds, Bristol BS16 5BP, UK
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Deputy Manager to join our friendly team at Mama Bear’s Day Nursery in Fishponds. If you’re ready to step up in your early years career, this is a great opportunity to join a supportive and well‑resourced setting.  Our nursery is a beautiful, purpose‑built setting tucked away in secure gardens just off Thicket Avenue. The timber built building sits within landscaped outdoor spaces designed to spark curiosity, discovery and hands‑on learning - a place children (and practitioners) genuinely love. As Deputy Manager, you’ll support the day to day running of the nursery, lead and motivate staff, and ensure excellent standards of care, education and safeguarding. ⭐ What We’re Looking For ⭐ • Previous supervisory experience in an early years setting  • Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (minimum) • Strong knowledge of the EYFS  • Excellent leadership, communication and...
Nursery Name:
Fishponds - Thicket Avenue
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
14 May, 2026
Full time
£27,000 - £32,000 yearly
Earlylinks Catford, London, UK
  Pay: up to £32,000/year Location: Catford Green Hours: 7.30-6.30pm (8 hour Shifts), Monday to Friday. Level 2/3 in Earlyyears (MUST Have) Full Time- all year round Benefits: Generous staff childcare discount, Paid day off for Birthday , Xmas Bonus, free parking, paid socials, career progression & more £1000 sign up bonus We’re hiring a Level 2/3 Nursery Practitioner  to join our nursery in the heart of Catford Green close by to all transport links . Free Parking If you're enthusiastic, passionate about childcare, and ready to grow your career in a supportive environment, we’d love to meet you! What we offer: Free on-site parking & uniform Generous Childcare discount Company events & staff socials Excellent career progression Staff reward schemes & bonus holiday linked to service Ongoing  CPD and training About you: Level 2/3 in Early Years (essential) Confident with children aged 0–5 Strong...
Nursery Name:
Earlylinks
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
13 May, 2026
Full time
£27,580 - £28,204 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 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;...
Nursery Name:
Caring Kindergartens Duston
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
13 May, 2026
Full time
£22,100 - £27,625 yearly
Shoots Westbury, UK
Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – BebeTots Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at BebeTots, Westbury. At Bebetots We provide high quality childcare for your child and your Peace of Mind. We believe that all children are curious creative and will enjoy learning through play and can develop to their full potential n o two children have the same skills or learning style that is why we create an individual learning plan for each child we look after. We would like to work with you as we value your commitments in order to create a plan that is appropriate for your child, we feel a wide range of activities within the setting can give all children a variety of experience, be it discovering treasure in the sandpit, making new friends, learning to put on their coat or taking their precious creations home for parents or carers to share in their excitement...
Nursery Name:
Shoots Sales
Apprentice
13 May, 2026
Full time
£13.50 hourly
Daisy Fays Ltd Truro, UK
Welcome to Daisy Fays At Daisy Fays, we are more than a nursery — we are a family built on care, passion, and purpose. Founded by parents, we’ve grown into a trusted name across Cornwall. What We Offer Pay above National Living Wage Annual salary reviews Discounted childcare Funded CPD and career progression Pension scheme Flexible working options Employee benefits and discounts Generous holiday allowance Team events and wellbeing support Your Role Plan and deliver engaging EYFS activities Support children’s development Build strong parent relationships Maintain safeguarding standards Work collaboratively within your team What We’re Looking For Level 3 Early Years qualification Experience working with children Strong communication skills Passion and teamwork Important Information All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and...
Nursery Name:
Daisy Fays Carnon Downs
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
13 May, 2026
Full time
£27,580 - £28,204 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 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;...
Nursery Name:
Caring Kindergartens Peterborough
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant