29 jobs found in Bedford

Supporting and supervising and providing particular welfare/personal/hygiene/medical/therapeutic support for children with SEN and ensure their safety. ● Assisting with promoting inclusion by establishing constructive relationships with children and interacting with them according to their individual needs and by assisting in the implementation of the nursery’s additional and different provision map ● Encouraging children’s interactions and engagement with activities. ● Assisting with the development and implementation of individual education/behaviour plans and personal care programmes and providing specific support. ● Providing cover for members of staff, if required. ● Monitoring and recording children’s progress and report as required.

To contribute to a high quality caring environment for children. This includes creating a warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, spiritually, socially and educationally through individual attention and group activities. ● To attend team meetings and contribute ideas. ● To provide all aspects of care for children including washing, changing and feeding under supervision. ● To assist with meeting the personal and emotional needs of individual children. ● To provide adult interaction with children in the school. ● To be aware of the school’s confidentiality policy. ● Support staff and engage in a good staff team. ● To attend all out of working hours activities, e.g. training, monthly staff meetings, parents evenings, summer fayres and Christmas party. ● Contribute to good standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the school. ● To undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature, as may be determined by the...

Support children and young people’s freely chosen, self-directed play by enhancing the play using appropriate intervention style. Foster children and young people’s development in line with their culture, age and stage of development. ● Build playful relationships with children, recognising professional boundaries. ● Provide a diverse, inclusive and accessible setting for all children and young people, taking into consideration any additional requirements they may have. ● Observe children and young people playing, including how they interact with different environments, other children and young people and staff. Keep reflective records to inform future planning. ● Reflect individually and as part of a team to improve Playwork practice. ● Advocate for all children and young people’s right to play when liaising with parents, carer givers, colleagues, local residents and other professionals. ● Facilitate the creation of inspiring play spaces with opportunities to include a range of...

To provide a safe and stimulating environment and provide high quality activities in consultation with children to support their varying needs ● To ensure that all activities are carried out within an equal opportunities framework ● To develop and maintain good relationships and communication with parents/carers and other professionals working with the children ● Assist with healthy snack preparation and delivery ● To assist in maintaining material and equipment and ensure that the After School Club maintains a good standard of cleanliness and hygiene at all times ● To keep abreast of developments and all aspects of Childcare through information given by the Director/Manager/Deputy Manager and through attending regular training ● To attend staff meetings and Inset days as required

Role To support the team in delivering high-quality care and learning opportunities, while completing a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification for 12 months and 1 day. The role combines hands-on experience with structured training. Key Responsibilities - Assist in planning and delivering play-based learning activities. - Support children’s personal, social, emotional and physical development. - Help with daily routines including meals, toileting and sleep times. - Maintain a safe, clean and stimulating learning environment. - Build warm, trusting relationships with children and families. - Follow all safeguarding, EYFS and health & safety procedures. - Attend training sessions, submit coursework and engage with assessor visits. Requirements - Passion and genuine interest in working with young children. - Willingness to learn, reflect and grow professionally. - Enhanced DBS required. - Right to work in the UK.

● Helping to establish and run a new after school club from day one ● Supporting children aged 3–11 through play, activities and structured sessions ● Assisting with setting up creative games and outdoor learning experiences ● Building positive relationships with children and colleagues ● Working closely with experienced staff while studying towards your Level 2 qualification

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – Tiny Cubs Nursery  (Term Time Only) Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Tiny Cubs Nursery, Luton. Tiny Cubs Nursery are a friendly day care Nursery based in Luton, providing excellent childcare with great facilities.  Tiny Cubs Nursery is an OFSTED registered childcare provider since January 2020. We are located in Farley Hill, North Drift Way, Luton LU15JG and offer high quality childcare and learning for local children. We have created a safe and stimulating environment to ensure children of all faiths can access early education and have an amazing time learning through play. We offer sessional care and learning for 39 weeks a year from 8:30am to 3:30pm. We offer FREE 15-hours for funded 2-year olds and FREE 15-hours for all 3 to 4-year olds in Luton and FREE 30-hours. All our staff are fully qualified and have many years’...

Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship / Manager – Stepping stones Nursery School Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Stepping Stones Nursery School. Growing in Nature at Stepping Stones. At Stepping Stones Nursery in Amersham, every day is an adventure in learning. Surrounded by beautiful outdoor space, children have endless opportunities to run, play and connect with nature, building confidence, independence and a love of discovery. Inside, our bright and welcoming rooms are thoughtfully arranged to inspire imagination, encourage communication and develop essential early skills. From role play corners to sensory exploration areas, each space is designed to spark curiosity and creativity. Our dedicated team, many with over a decade of childcare experience, provides nurturing high quality care tailored to each child’s needs....

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – Stepping Stones Nursery School Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Stepping Stones Nursery School - Amersham . Growing in Nature at Stepping Stones. At Stepping Stones Nursery in Amersham, every day is an adventure in learning. Surrounded by beautiful outdoor space, children have endless opportunities to run, play and connect with nature, building confidence, independence and a love of discovery. Inside, our bright and welcoming rooms are thoughtfully arranged to inspire imagination, encourage communication and develop essential early skills. From role play corners to sensory exploration areas, each space is designed to spark curiosity and creativity. Our dedicated team, many with over a decade of childcare experience, provides nurturing high quality care tailored to each child’s needs. At Stepping Stones, we believe...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – Little Xplorers Day Nursery Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Little Xplorers Day Nursery . The brand new family run nursery, which is situated in Roe Green Park, was established in 2015 and caters for up to 55 children between the ages of 3 months to five years old, offering both full-day and AM or PM enrolment between 7.45am-6.00pm. It will be open for 51 weeks of the year, with the exception of bank holidays and one week during Christmas and New Year. The nursery is on two floors, offering four rooms, plus an I.T. area designed especially for the children.  The children are encouraged to explore and investigate all rooms, which offer a variety of experiences in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum. The Nursery also benefits from a large and well equipped outdoor area, which offers the children...

Level 5 Early Years Senior Practitioner Apprenticeship - Manager for Blossom Patch Nursery Shoots Training are seeking a motivated, reliable and enthusiastic individual as an apprentice to complete their Level 5 Childcare qualification with Blossom Patch as a Manager for their Wembley setting.  At Blossom Patch, we create a safe and loving atmosphere where children feel secure, settled, and free to be themselves. Our EYFS-based approach blends structured learning with hands-on play, sparking curiosity and laying strong foundations for the future. Our experienced team nurtures each child with patience, attention, and encouragement—celebrating every milestone along the way. We have 4 rooms for babies, rising 2, toddler and pre-school  Your duties and responsibilities will include; Promote the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development of children aged 0-5 Plan and deliver stimulating, age-appropriate activities in line with...

Level 3 Early Years Apprenticeship We Are Recruiting: Do you aspire to be a dedicated and passionate early years educator? Join our well-established team in Perivale and be part of a nurturing environment where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives and develop your career in early years. Position: Level 3 Early Years Apprenticeship Hours: 40 hours per week Contract: 18-month apprenticeship contract with potentially a permanent contract once qualified. Unqualified Apprentice Salary working towards a Level 3: £16,640 Salary Increase after 12 months: National Minimum Wage until qualification is achieved, at which point you will move on to our pay scales for qualification level Qualified Level 2 Apprentice Salary working towards a Level 3 : £26,000 Opening Hours: 7.30 am to 6.00 pm Why Choose Our Apprenticeship Programme? As an Apprentice Early Years Educator, you’ll be part of a close-knit, passionate team that’s...

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – St Thomas's Day Nursery Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at St Thomas's Day Nursery, Oxford. St Thomas’ Day Nursery is a small, independent, family-oriented day nursery situated in the centre of Oxford. We run on a not-for-profit basis and are managed by an elected committee of parents. Established in September 1986, St Thomas’ is one of Oxford’s longest-established nurseries and provides full and part-day care (on an all-year-round basis) for 40 children aged four months up to school age. Our Rooms We run two separate rooms at St Thomas Day Nursery Although we have two separate rooms, we ensure that the children mix together at different parts of the day Both rooms are set up accordingly to the age and stage of the children that are currently enrolled. Staff are well trained to ensure that all...

Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship – Horspath Nursery, Oxford Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Horspath Nursery, Oxford. Horspath Pre-School Nursery, which serves Horspath, Garsington, Cuddesdon, Cowley and Wheatley, is nestled in the grounds of Horspath Primary School. We have our own separate and well-equipped outside play area and nature reserve. With access to many of the school’s facilities, we offer children between the ages of 2 and 5 years an enjoyable and well-rounded environment for play and learning. At Horspath Nursery we feel that Children’s early years are the most important years of their lives.  We strive to provide high quality childcare and education for all children’s individual needs.  We provide this by being positive, respectful, relaxed with the nursery having a homely, welcoming feel.  We...

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – Horspath Nursery, Oxford Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Horspath Nursery, Oxford. Horspath Pre-School Nursery, which serves Horspath, Garsington, Cuddesdon, Cowley and Wheatley, is nestled in the grounds of Horspath Primary School. We have our own separate and well-equipped outside play area and nature reserve. With access to many of the school’s facilities, we offer children between the ages of 2 and 5 years an enjoyable and well-rounded environment for play and learning. At Horspath Nursery we feel that Children’s early years are the most important years of their lives.  We strive to provide high quality childcare and education for all children’s individual needs.  We provide this by being positive, respectful, relaxed with the nursery having a homely, welcoming feel.  We provide support and learning opportunities...

Childcare Apprenticeship - Level 3 - The Nursery - Oxford Shoots Training are currently recruiting for a punctual, reliable, and enthusiastic individual to join The Nursery, Oxford as a Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship. We are a private day nursery for children aged 2 to 5 years. Since we opened in 1992, the nursery has achieved excellent Ofsted ratings, and a longstanding high reputation in the Oxford area. Our Comfortable Home Environment Our premises are in a beautiful Edwardian house in north Oxford. We provide children with a comfortable home in which to play, learn, and enjoy their time with us. There is plenty of scope for all kinds of activity, inside and out, with the nursery taking up the whole of the ground floor and garden. Your roles and responsibilities will include; You will need to have excellent communication skills and be able to work both independently and as a team member. Have a genuine passion for working with young...

Level 5 Early Years Senior Practitioner Apprenticeship - Deputy Manager for Blossom Patch Nursery Shoots Training are seeking a motivated, reliable and enthusiastic individual as an apprentice to complete their Level 5 Childcare qualification with Blossom Patch as a Deputy Manager for their Acton setting.  At Blossom Patch, we create a safe and loving atmosphere where children feel secure, settled, and free to be themselves. Our EYFS-based approach blends structured learning with hands-on play, sparking curiosity and laying strong foundations for the future. Our experienced team nurtures each child with patience, attention, and encouragement—celebrating every milestone along the way. We have 4 rooms for babies, rising 2, toddler and pre-school  Your duties and responsibilities will include; Promote the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development of children aged 0-5 Plan and deliver stimulating, age-appropriate activities in...

Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship - Level 5 -  Happy Choo Choo Nursery Shoots Training are currently recruiting for a punctual, reliable and enthusiastic individual to join Happy Choo Choo, as a Nursery Manager At Happy Choo Choo Nursery, our mission is to create the place where children are safe, happy, engaged and feel important. We aim to support their development, independence, confidence and creativity through the play, exploring and new challenges. We have 2 nurseries that provide care for ages 9 months to 5 years old.  Qualities Required: At least 2 years’ experience in a supervisory or management role within an early year setting. Sound knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding, and health & safety regulations. Paediatric First Aid and Safeguarding Course Your roles and responsibilities will include; To manage the day-to-day operations of the nursery, ensuring a high-quality, safe, and stimulating...

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship - Learning Pandas Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Learning Pandas as a Nursery Practitioner  We care for children from 3 months old until they’re ready for Primary School, with a special focus on School readiness – School readiness is not just our passion, it’s our expertise. We offer extended hours from Monday – Friday 7.30am to 6.30pm at no extra cost, perfect for busy parents. Conveniently located just opposite Chiswick Park Tube Station, our nursery is open 51 weeks in a year. Your duties and responsibilities will include; Support the senior members of the team in providing a safe and stimulating childcare Must be passionate about working with children from 6 months to age 5, and to providing high-quality care. You will be hands on with mealtimes and the personal care of the children in your care....

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...