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Acorn Early Years Foundation
01 May, 2026
Full time
Early Years Practitioner
£12.80 - £14.00 hourly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Milton Keynes, UK
Early Years Lead Practitioner Acorn Early Years – Jubilee Wood Nursery, Milton Keynes Full time | Monday–Friday | 8 hours per day Acorn Early Years is seeking an experienced, motivated and passionate Early Years Lead Practitioner to join our team at Jubilee Wood Acorn Nursery . This is a full‑time, permanent role , ideal for a confident Level 3 practitioner who is ready to take on increased responsibility, support their team and continue developing their leadership skills while remaining hands‑on in practice. About the Role As an Early Years Lead Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting the day‑to‑day running of your room, role modelling high‑quality early years practice and mentoring colleagues. Working closely with the Senior Practitioner and Deputy Manager, you will help drive quality, consistency and positive outcomes for children, families and staff. This role provides a strong foundation for progression into senior leadership within...
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Acorn at Jubilee Wood
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Acorn Early Years Foundation
15 Jan, 2026
Full time
Lead Practitioner
£28,080 - £29,120 yearly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Milton Keynes, UK
If you are offered a EYP role, you will receive a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. We are looking for a Lead practitioner at our Mulberry Bear Nursery within the Open University Campus. Acorn at Mulberry Bear is a 62 place day nursery in Milton Keynes, which offers full and part-time care for children aged four months to four years, and is open 7:30am until 6.00pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. This is a full time position 40 hours per week.   The Early Years Lead Practitioner role is a steppingstone into more senior positions and will allow for leadership skills to be developed through direct and ongoing support from senior staff. Excellent leaderships skills are crucial for senior positions and the Early Years Lead Practitioner role will help develop these essential competencies. The Early Years Lead Practitioner is a role suited to those with a good amount of practical experience within an early years...
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Acorn at Mulberry Bear
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Acorn Early Years Foundation
25 Nov, 2025
Full time
Lead Practitioner
£28,080 - £29,120 yearly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Milton Keynes, UK
If you are offered a EYP role, you will receive a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. We are looking for an experienced Lead Practitioner to join our nursery in Westcroft. This is a full time position 40 hours per week. Acorn at Westcroft is situated in the Westcroft District Centre, and is adjacent to our training centre where we host training for our staff and other early years professionals. The nursery has three outdoor play areas, giving children the opportunity to free-flow indoors and outdoors to access a full range of activities. Acorn places a strong emphasis on outdoor play and learning, and the children will be outdoors at some point every day, whatever the weather. Included in our fees are regular Forest School sessions. These exciting educational experiences are suitable for pre-schoolers and are delivered by fully trained forest school leaders and offer an innovative approach to outdoor play. We are very...
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Acorn at Westcroft
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Caring Kindergartens Ltd
09 Jun, 2026
Full time
Senior Nursery Practitioner
£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;...
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Caring Kindergartens Duston
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Caring Kindergartens Ltd
09 Jun, 2026
Full time
Senior Nursery Practitioner
£27,580 - £29,140 yearly
Caring Kindergartens Ltd Daventry NN11, 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;...
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Caring Kindergartens Daventry
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
BL
29 Apr, 2026
Full time
Early Years Teacher- Holidays in August and 10% Bonus!
£35,000 - £39,600 yearly
Bright Little Stars Barnet, UK
Recruiting for a Lead Teacher at BLS Barnet!     Full Time- 40 hours per week Flexible shifts between 8:00-18:00 Monday-Friday. 50 weeks per year (Not term time) Up to £39,160 per annum.  Dependent on qualifications, experience and including performance related bonus.   We have an exciting opportunity for an   Early Years Teacher   at our   Barnet branch . This is a team-based role within our   Pre-school room , working closely with the   Room Leader and a wider team of 5 dedicated educators.   You will be based in a classroom of up to   32 children (ratio 1:8)   and will play a key part in the day-to-day life of the room from   teaching, supporting routines and working alongside colleagues to deliver high-quality practice. Bright Little Stars Benefits Package: A competitive salary reviewed annually Generous Annual Leave – 29 days plus 3 days Xmas holiday days  and 2 full weeks in the summer holidays- August! ‘All hands-on deck’ –...
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Bright Little Stars
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Ethos Education
08 Apr, 2026
Full time
Early Years Practitioner
£24,000 - £28,000 yearly
Ethos Education Harrow, UK
**Job opportunity for an Early Years Practitioner in Harrow**            This diverse and vibrant nursery in Harrow has a new opportunity for a qualified Early Years Practitioner to start a new role to start ASAP!       Working full time Monday-Friday in a permanent role, it is essential for you to hold a relevant qualification in Childcare or Early Years, and as a qualified Early Years Practitioner you should have prior experience working with young children within a nursery or a childcare setting.         Located in Harrow, there are plenty of public transport links including bus routes and tubes, as well as access to parking, making it an ideal location. The nursery has its own enclosed garden play area, a sensory room and a dedicated library!       As an Early Years Practitioner you will be supported by a friendly and caring management team who really value every member of staff, shown through bonuses paid throughout the year and the encouragement and support they provide for...
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Ethos Education
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Ethos Education
19 May, 2026
Full time
Early Years Nursery Practitioner
£24,000 - £28,000 yearly
Ethos Education Hillingdon, UK
Excellent opportunity for a hardworking Early Years Nursery Practitioner in Hillingdon - permanent position to start ASAP at this warm and welcoming nursery.    With career development and progression opportunities, including Room Lead roles, this is a great place to work for any Nursery Practitioner looking to take the next steps in their early years career!     Benefits include:  Further training and qualifications, funded by the nursery  28 days holiday, plus extra for each year of service and your birthday off  Free staff parking  Supportive management  Focus on wellbeing  Staff discount on childcare  Bonuses throughout the year  Regular pay rises  Sociable team - with regular team building activities and social events  This is a full time and permanent role to work Monday-Friday, and as an Early Years Nursery Practitioner it is essential that you hold a relevant Level 3/equivalent (or higher) qualification in Early Years or Childcare and have experience...
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Ethos Education
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Ethos Education
19 Dec, 2025
Full time
Early Years Educator
£24,000 - £30,000 yearly
Ethos Education Enfield, UK
Qualified Early Years Educator role - Available in Enfield       A rewarding Qualified Early Years Educator position is now available at a welcoming and vibrant nursery in North London.       Located in the heart of Enfield, this nursery has plenty of transport links, as well as parking available. This is a great nursery which offers many incentives and benefits, including performance bonuses paid throughout the year, and as an Early Years Educator you would be supported by a management team who really value every single member of staff.        A relevant Level 3 (or higher) qualification in Early Years or Childcare is essential for this role and prior experience working in a nursery or with children under 5 is important for the suitable Early Years Educator.           Working full-time (Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm) as a Qualified Early Years Educator, you will:           Use the Early Years Framework and EYFS curriculum to assist with early reading and early maths skills...
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Ethos Education
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd
11 Feb, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Leader (Baby Room)
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd Hanwell, London W7, UK
Nursery Room Leader (Baby Room) We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated, and passionate early years Room Manager?  Join our well-established team in Hanwell 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: Room Manager Hours: 40 hours per week Salary: £29,120 to £30,680 Opening Hours: 7.30 am to 6.00 pm About Our Nursery: We are a family-run business with 25 years of experience and eight beautiful nurseries across Buckinghamshire and West London. Our Hanwell setting is especially close to our hearts – a truly unique nursery nestled in the heart of the community operating from an active Children’s Centre. Thoughtfully designed with stunning rooms, exceptional resources, and exciting outdoor gardens, the nursery is a place where curiosity, creativity, and joy come to life. The ongoing development of the...
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Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries - Hanwell
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd
11 Nov, 2025
Full time
Nursery Room Leader (Pre-school)
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd Hanwell, London W7, UK
Nursery Room Leader (Pre-School) We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated, and passionate early years room manager?  Join our well-established team in Hanwell 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: Room Manager Hours: 40 hours per week (option to condense 40 hours over 4 days) Salary: £29,120 to £30,680 Opening Hours: 7.30 am to 6.00 pm About Our Nursery: We are a family-run business with 25 years of experience and nine beautiful nurseries across Buckinghamshire and West London. Our Hanwell setting is especially close to our hearts – a truly unique nursery nestled in the heart of the community operating from an active Children’s Centre. Thoughtfully designed with stunning rooms, exceptional resources, and exciting outdoor gardens, the nursery is a place where curiosity, creativity, and joy come...
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Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries - Hanwell
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd
17 Oct, 2025
Full time
Nursery Room Leader (Baby Room)
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd Hanwell, London W7, UK
Nursery Room Leader We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated, and passionate early years room manager?  Join our well-established team in Hanwell 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: Room Manager Hours: 40 hours per week (option to condense 40 hours over 4 days) Salary: £29,120 to £30,680 Opening Hours: 7.30 am to 6.00 pm About Our Nursery: We are a family-run business with 25 years of experience and nine beautiful nurseries across Buckinghamshire and West London. Our Hanwell setting is especially close to our hearts – a truly unique nursery nestled in the heart of the community operating from an active Children’s Centre. Thoughtfully designed with stunning rooms, exceptional resources, and exciting outdoor gardens, the nursery is a place where curiosity, creativity, and joy come to life....
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Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries - Hanwell
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Ethos Education
07 May, 2026
Full time
Level 3 Early Years Practitioner
£24,000 - £28,000 yearly
Ethos Education West Acton, London, UK
Looking to further your Early Years Career? Look no further! We are currently looking for a Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner to start ASAP at this lovely nursery in Acton, West London. This is a permanent role to work full time, Monday-Friday, and as an Early Years Practitioner you will be supported by a management team who truly cares about every member of staff, with a real focus on staff wellbeing. Benefits also include career progression, fully funded further training, team social events, discounted childcare, and a competitive salary with regular pay rises. As an Early Years Practitioner you will be a key worker, observing your key children's progress and development and planning next steps. You will plan and lead activities and supervise learning through play, and it is important that you have strong communication skills as you will liaise with parents and carers to discuss their child's progress. It is essential that you hold at least a Level 3 qualification...
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Ethos Education
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Ethos Education
08 Apr, 2026
Full time
Early Years Educator
£24,000 - £28,000 yearly
Ethos Education Hampstead, London, UK
**Great opportunity for an Early Years Educator in NW London**       A welcoming and bright nursery in Hampstead has a new opportunity for an Early Years Educator to start a new role with an immediate start!           Located in Hampstead, there are plenty of public transport links including bus routes and tubes, as well as the nursery offering a cycle to work scheme, making it an ideal location. The nursery has its own enclosed garden play area with areas for extended outdoor learning, and inside there are subject specific stations and a sensory room.        As an Early Years Educator you will be supported by a friendly and caring management team who value every member of staff, shown through bonuses paid throughout the year and the encouragement and support they provide for development and growth within your career. There are plenty of opportunities for career development and access to further training.       Working full time Monday-Friday in a permanent role, it is essential...
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Ethos Education
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Ethos Education
10 Nov, 2025
Full time
Early Years Practitioner
£25,000 - £30,000 yearly
Ethos Education Crouch End, London, UK
Early Years job opportunity in North London     We are looking for a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join the team at this welcoming and diverse nursery in Crouch End, with an ASAP start!    If you're looking to further your early years career, this is a great place to work - with further training funded by the nursery, and plenty of opportunities for career progression (to roles such as Room Lead), as an Early Years Practitioner you will grow and learn every day.    This nursery also offers excellent benefits, which include:  Bonuses paid throughout the year  Great holiday scheme, with an extra day added for each year of service  Supportive management  Focus on staff wellbeing  Career development  Team building and social events  Cycle to work scheme and free parking  Regular pay rises and a competitive salary  Free lunches  Discounted childcare Good knowledge of EYFS and the Early Years Framework is important as you will be following this when...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Ethos Education
06 Feb, 2026
Full time
Early Years Practitioner
£24,000 - £28,000 yearly
Ethos Education Staines, UK
Early Years Practitioner - ASAP Start     Are you an Early Years Practitioner looking to further your career in a nursery that offers fully funded training and qualifications? This nursery in Staines is looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join the team as a permanent member of staff, starting ASAP!    This is a wonderful nursery with a supportive management team who have a real focus on staff wellbeing. Benefits of working here include:  Bonuses throughout the year  28 days of holiday, plus extra for each year of service  Pension scheme  Regular pay rises  Staff discount  Free parking  Free lunches  Team events  Cycle to work scheme  There are excellent career development opportunities, and as an Early Years Practitioner you will have the chance to progress to other roles such as Room Lead. Previous experience working in a nursery and a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare are essential for this role. Salary would be from...
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Ethos Education
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Ethos Education
19 Dec, 2025
Full time
Early Years Practitioner
£25,000 - £30,000 yearly
Ethos Education Camden, London, UK
This diverse and friendly nursery in Camden is now looking for a caring and passionate Early Years Practitioner to join the dedicated team of staff, to start as soon as possible.       A Level 2 or 3 Early Years or Childcare qualification is essential and previous experience in a nursery setting is preferred for this Early Years Practitioner position.     The suitable qualified Early Years Practitioner will:         Assist children with their early reading and literacy and early maths skills development   Create an environment that is language rich and and supportive   Have good knowledge of early childhood development   Lead and encourage interactive play and learning sessions, following the EYFS curriculum  Support personal, social and emotional development   Encourage child led activities that are stimulating for their imagination and creativity   Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed and support the nursery management team This is a permanent full...
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Ethos Education
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Ethos Education
26 Nov, 2025
Full time
Early Years Practitioner
£25,000 - £30,000 yearly
Ethos Education Camden, London, UK
We are looking for a passionate and caring individual to join the dedicated team of staff as an Early Years Practitioner at this diverse nursery in Camden.    This is a permanent full time Early Years Practitioner position to work 40 hours a week (Monday-Friday) at this NW London nursery that really appreciates and values every member of staff. The supportive management team care about staff wellbeing, and there are various benefits including bonuses paid throughout the year and opportunities for career progression.    Working as an Early Years Practitioner is very rewarding - you are making a difference to children's lives and early development, and you will see how they grow whilst in your care and preparing them for the next stage of their education. This is a lovely nursery that prioritises children's individual and specific needs, with sensory areas, a private garden for outdoor play and learning, and specific rooms both for age and for subject.  As an Early Years...
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Ethos Education
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Ethos Education
14 Nov, 2025
Full time
Early Years Educator
£25,000 - £30,000 yearly
Ethos Education Twickenham, UK
We are looking for a passionate and caring individual to join the dedicated team of staff as an Early Years Educator at this diverse and friendly nursery in Twickenham.    This is a permanent full time Early Years Educator position to work 40 hours a week at this SW London nursery that really appreciates and values every member of staff. The supportive management team care about staff wellbeing, and there are various benefits including bonuses paid throughout the year and opportunities for career progression.    Working as an Early Years Educator is very rewarding - you are making a difference to children's lives and early development, and you will see how they grow whilst in your care and preparing them for the next stage of their education. This is a lovely nursery that prioritises children's individual and specific needs, with sensory areas, a private garden for outdoor play and learning, and specific rooms both for age and for subject.  As an Early Years Educator you will:...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Ethos Education
25 Sep, 2025
Full time
Early Years Practitioner
£26,000 - £30,000 yearly
Ethos Education Twickenham, UK
We are looking for a passionate and caring Early Years Practitioner to join the team at this wonderful nursery in Twickenham! This is a permanent position for a dedicated Early Years Practitioner who holds a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, to work full time. This nursery is a great place to further your early years career, with plenty of opportunities for career development and further training, including potential Room Lead positions available. Other benefits of working at this nursery include: Good holiday scheme Sociable team with regular team events Bonuses paid throughout the year Regular pay rises Pension scheme Focus on staff wellbeing Cares about the local community, and has a Community Hub As an Early Years Practitioner, you will be working with the team to plan learning and activities around the seven areas of the EYFS framework. Knowledge and experience of the EYFS curriculum is important for this role. You will also be...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
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