Due to the retirement of the current post holder, Nightingales Nursery, based at St Francis Xavier College (a 2-minute walk from Clapham South), is seeking a warm, dedicated, and energetic Nursery Practitioner to join our Toddler Room team. This is an exciting permanent position at a thriving nursery. Nightingales Nursery is a family-orientated setting in the heart of Balham. We deliver a holistic learning environment where children feel secure, confident, and happy. Because we are a close-knit nursery, we take pride in supporting both our staff and our families every step of the way—starting with a smooth, caring transition from home to nursery. If you are kind, enthusiastic, patient, and able to work in harmony with other like-minded people within a safe, stimulating, and happy environment, then we would like to hear from you! Candidates should have: Level 2 or Level 3 in Early Years/childcare or an equivalent DfE recognised qualification Proven experience...

About the role -Delivering high-quality care and play-based learning for 2 to 4 year olds -Planning EYFS activities and tracking each child’s progress -Supporting children with their individual needs, including SEND -Building positive relationships with parents and carers -Upholding safeguarding and welfare standards Are you: -Qualified with a relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or working towards one) -Passionate about supporting young children’s learning and development through play -Warm, nurturing and approachable, with strong communication skills -Attentive and observant, able to support children as individuals -Reliable and proactive, with a positive and flexible attitude -Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children -A team player, happy to work closely with colleagues, families and the wider preschool community We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All post holders will be subject to an...

Are you aged 16-18 and looking to start a Career in Childcare? Shoots Training are offering a FREE Level 1 Childcare course. This course is based in Bristol , however we do offer Level 1 Childcare courses across Dorset, Devon, Hampshire, Somerset, Cornwall and many others. If you are looking for another location, please apply and we can discuss the options available. ABOUT THE COURSE This Study Programme is designed to give you an introduction into Childcare providing you with quality work experience and practical, Tutor led workshops/1:1 sessions as well as some online learning. A typical week consists of two study days' and three days’ work experience. We can cater for all individual needs and design the programme to suit you as an individual. We also offer Maths and English Functional skills if required. We have other work placements in the area available. A free DBS is provided, and work experience set up for you*, local to where you...

Are you aged 16-18 and looking to start a Career in Childcare? Shoots Training are offering a FREE Level 1 Childcare course. This course is based in Devon , however we do offer Level 1 Childcare courses across Dorset, Bristol, Hampshire, Somerset, Cornwall and many others. If you are looking for another location, please apply and we can discuss the options available. ABOUT THE COURSE This Study Programme is designed to give you an introduction into Childcare providing you with quality work experience and practical, Tutor led workshops/1:1 sessions as well as some online learning. A typical week consists of two study days' and three days’ work experience. We can cater for all individual needs and design the programme to suit you as an individual. We also offer Maths and English Functional skills if required. We have other work placements in the area available. A free DBS is provided, and work experience set up for you*, local to where you...

Are you aged 16-18 and looking to start a Career in Childcare? Shoots Training are offering a FREE Level 1 Childcare course. This course is based in Somerset , however we do offer Level 1 Childcare courses across Dorset, Devon, Hampshire, Bristol, Cornwall and many others. If you are looking for another location, please apply and we can discuss the options available. ABOUT THE COURSE This Study Programme is designed to give you an introduction into Childcare providing you with quality work experience and practical, Tutor led workshops/1:1 sessions as well as some online learning. A typical week consists of two study days' and three days’ work experience. We can cater for all individual needs and design the programme to suit you as an individual. We also offer Maths and English Functional skills if required. We have other work placements in the area available. A free DBS is provided, and work experience set up for you*, local to where you...

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – Ginger Bread Nursery and Playgroup Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Ginger Bread Nursery and Playgroup, Leicester 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 First aid training Previous experience in a nursery setting would be beneficial Ginger Bread Nursery and Playgroup have 2 nurseries, where they work with children from 0-5yrs. They have a baby room,  toddler room and pre school room There is easy public transport and good off-road parking Your duties and responsibilities will include; To work as part of a team, and to be an excellent role model by encouraging good practice with regard to individual and group work with the children. Ensuring a varied range of...

Are you aged 16-18 and looking to start a Career in Childcare? Shoots Training are offering a FREE Level 1 Childcare course. This course is based in Isle of Wight , however we do offer Level 1 Childcare courses across Dorset, Devon, Bristol, Somerset, Cornwall and many others. If you are looking for another location, please apply and we can discuss the options available. ABOUT THE COURSE This Study Programme is designed to give you an introduction into Childcare providing you with quality work experience and practical, Tutor led workshops/1:1 sessions as well as some online learning. A typical week consists of two study days' and three days’ work experience. We can cater for all individual needs and design the programme to suit you as an individual. We also offer Maths and English Functional skills if required. We have other work placements in the area available. A free DBS is provided, and work experience set up for you*, local to where...

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – Brambles Outdoor Group - Cholderton Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Brambles Outdoor Group - Cholderton, Salisbury. Requirements; Previous Childcare experience is preffered Preferably have GCSE Grades A*-C or 4-9 in Maths and English, or equivalent or willing to work towards them Brambles Cholderton is set in the Wiltshire countryside, and our unique setting is situated right next the popular Choldertonrare breeds farm. At Cholderton Brambles we take inspiration from Forest School ethos where we passionately believe children learn and thrive from being surrounded by nature’s abundance. We are located next door to Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm Healthy morning snacks are prepared on the fire, children take part in preparation, and we cook vegetables from our own vegetable garden which the children have grown Our...

Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant 20 hours per week | Monday–Friday, 11:00–15:00 Castlethorpe Nursery  We are looking for a Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant to join our friendly team at Castlethorpe.     About Casthethorpe Nursery  Castlethorpe nursery is a lovely converted chapel situated in a quiet village a few miles north of Milton Keynes. It was the first Acorn nursery to open and was established in 1989.  We offer full and part-time care for up to 36 children from the age of four months to four years, and are open from 7.30am to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.  Acorn places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning and the children enjoy play outside in all weathers, the nursery has an enclosed garden which the children have free flow access too. Pre-school children develop their outdoor learning at regular Forest School sessions, which take place at nearby Salcey Forest with Acorn’s fully qualified Forest School Leaders....

About Chilton Meadows Day Nursery For over 23 years, Chilton Meadows Day Nursery has proudly been a family-owned and family-run setting, deeply rooted in our community here in Houghton-le-Spring. Our long-standing team has built more than just a nursery, we have created a safe and nurturing place of belonging, where children, families, and staff feel valued, supported, and truly at home. Our mission is to provide high-quality early years care and education within a caring, positive, healthy and stimulating environment where everyone thrives. Our practice is underpinned by the EYFS 2025 guiding principles: Unique Child, Positive Relationships, Enabling Environments, and Learning & Development , alongside Ofsted’s Early Years inspection framework. Purpose of the Role The Senior Early Years Educator plays a key role in delivering high-quality early years practice and supporting the consistency of provision across the nursery. As a Senior Early...