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Acorn Early Years Foundation
19 Oct, 2026
Full time
Nursery Assistant
£8.50 - £12.80 hourly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Bedford, UK
Nursery Assistant Full-time - Monday - Friday Sharnbrook Nursery  We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our dedicated team at Sharnbrook Nursery . This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting high-quality early years care in a nurturing, child‑centred environment. This is a full time position, 40 hours per week.  About Sharnbrook Located within the picturesque grounds of Colworth Science Park in Sharnbrook, our nursery has ample space for children to explore, discover and investigate their local surroundings, which lends itself to providing opportunities such as tree climbing and large open spaces for the children to explore.  The play space within the nursery offers a light, large area with a wide range of natural resources to allow children to learn through first hand experiences.  Children have opportunity to free flow between the inside and outside throughout the day, with a variety of...
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Acorn Day Nursery Sharnbrook
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Acorn Early Years Foundation
20 Jul, 2026
Casual
Bank Nursery Assistant
£11.00 - £14.50 hourly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Bedford, UK
BANK NURSERY ASSISTANT £11-£14.50 per hour We are looking for a Bank Nursery Assistant or qualified practitioner for our Nursery in Sharnbrook. Hours are flexible.  Located within the picturesque grounds of Colworth Science Park in Sharnbrook, our nursery has ample space for children to explore, discover and investigate their local surroundings, which lends itself to providing opportunities such as tree climbing and large open spaces for the children to explore.  The play space within the nursery offers a light, large area with a wide range of natural resources to allow children to learn through first hand experiences.  Children have opportunity to free flow between the inside and outside throughout the day, with a variety of activities and resources available to extend individual children’s learning. Role: To support a holistic approach to the curriculum To ensure basic care needs of individual children are met To ensure a high level of well-being among...
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Acorn Day Nursery Sharnbrook
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant Bank
Caring Kindergartens Ltd
22 Oct, 2026
Full time
Nursery Practitioner Level 3+
£27,060 - £27,476 yearly
Caring Kindergartens Ltd Peterborough, UK
Big imaginations. Little people. A career that matters. Nursery Practitioner – Level 3 Qualified Caring Kindergartens | Helping little people grow, every day. Do you believe the little things you do today can make a big difference tomorrow? At Caring Kindergartens, we believe childhood should be full of curiosity, discovery, laughter and opportunities to grow. Every child is unique, every achievement deserves celebrating, and every day brings a new opportunity to make a difference. One day, you could be helping a budding scientist explore the world around them. The next, joining a teddy bear's picnic, building an incredible den or helping a little one discover the confidence to try something new. And somewhere amongst the paint-covered fingers, muddy wellies, curious questions and proud little smiles, you'll be doing something truly important: helping children build the foundations for their future. We're looking for a passionate, caring and enthusiastic...
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Caring Kindergartens Peterborough
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Caring Kindergartens Ltd
22 Oct, 2026
Full time
Senior Nursery Practitioner
£27,580 - £28,204 yearly
Caring Kindergartens Ltd Peterborough, UK
Lead with heart. Inspire your team. Help little people thrive. Senior Nursery Practitioner – Team Leader Caring Kindergartens | Where little moments make a big difference. Are you ready to take the next step in your Early Years career and help others shine along the way? At Caring Kindergartens, we believe that exceptional childcare starts with people who care. People who see the potential in every child, bring out the best in their colleagues and understand that the smallest moments can make the biggest difference. From supporting a child's first steps towards independence to helping a colleague develop their confidence, every day brings opportunities to make a lasting impact. We're looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and motivated Senior Nursery Practitioner to lead and inspire a team , combining a passion for working directly with children with the confidence to support colleagues and drive high-quality practice. This is an opportunity for someone...
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Caring Kindergartens Peterborough
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Acorn Early Years Foundation
21 Oct, 2026
Full time
Nursery Assistant
£8.50 - £12.80 hourly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Stanwick, Wellingborough NN9, UK
Nursery Assistant Full-time - 7:15-6:15 4 days per week   We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our dedicated team at Stanwick  Nursery . This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting high-quality early years care in a nurturing, child‑centred environment. This is a full time position, 40 hours per week.  About Stanwick Nursery  Acorn at Stanwick is based in a historic village in Northamptonshire, which offers a homely space for children to relax and have fun whilst learning and socialising with other children. We work closely with the community and often become involved with village events and use the local amenities and surrounding area, including our own raised beds at the local allotment.  We offer full and part-time care for up to 78 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.  The children have use of two...
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Acorn at Stanwick
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Acorn Early Years Foundation
25 Sep, 2026
Full time
Nursery Assistant
£8.50 - £12.80 hourly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Emberton, Olney MK46, UK
Nursery Assistant Full-time - Monday - Friday Emberton Nursery We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our dedicated team at Emberton Nursery . This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting high-quality early years care in a nurturing, child‑centred environment. This is a full time position, 40 hours per week.  About Emberton Nursery We are located in what was the old school in the lovely village of Emberton, near Olney. We have adapted the building to younger children and added our Acorn touch, whilst retaining the character of the original architecture. We have developed the expansive outside area into an outdoor learning centre, which we offer a nature kindergarten during term-time for 3-4 year olds, and an outdoor playscheme in school holidays, for school aged children. In the nursery, we offer full and part-time care for up to 37 places for babies, toddlers and pre-school children, and are...
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Emberton Day Nursery and Outdoor Learning Centre
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Acorn Early Years Foundation
23 Oct, 2026
Part time
Lunchtime Assistant
£8.50 - £12.80 hourly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Milton Keynes, UK
Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant 20 hours per week | Monday–Friday, 11:00–15:00 Westcroft Nursery  We are looking for a Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant to join our friendly team at Westcroft Nursery      About Westcroft Nursery  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 fortunate to have Howe...
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Acorn at Westcroft
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Caring Kindergartens Ltd
22 Oct, 2026
Full time
Senior Nursery Practitioner
£28,516 - £29,556 yearly
Caring Kindergartens Ltd Milton Keynes, UK
Lead with heart. Inspire your team. Help little people thrive. Senior Nursery Practitioner – Team Leader Caring Kindergartens | Where little moments make a big difference. Are you ready to take the next step in your Early Years career and help others shine along the way? At Caring Kindergartens, we believe that exceptional childcare starts with people who care. People who see the potential in every child, bring out the best in their colleagues and understand that the smallest moments can make the biggest difference. From supporting a child's first steps towards independence to helping a colleague develop their confidence, every day brings opportunities to make a lasting impact. We're looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and motivated Senior Nursery Practitioner to lead and inspire a team , combining a passion for working directly with children with the confidence to support colleagues and drive high-quality practice. This is an opportunity for someone...
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Caring Kindergartens Milton Keynes
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Caring Kindergartens Ltd
22 Oct, 2026
Full time
Nursery Practitioner Level 3+
£27,664 - £28,704 yearly
Caring Kindergartens Ltd Milton Keynes, UK
Big imaginations. Little people. A career that matters. Nursery Practitioner – Level 3 Qualified Caring Kindergartens | Helping little people grow, every day. Do you believe the little things you do today can make a big difference tomorrow? At Caring Kindergartens, we believe childhood should be full of curiosity, discovery, laughter and opportunities to grow. Every child is unique, every achievement deserves celebrating, and every day brings a new opportunity to make a difference. One day, you could be helping a budding scientist explore the world around them. The next, joining a teddy bear's picnic, building an incredible den or helping a little one discover the confidence to try something new. And somewhere amongst the paint-covered fingers, muddy wellies, curious questions and proud little smiles, you'll be doing something truly important: helping children build the foundations for their future. We're looking for a passionate, caring and enthusiastic...
Nursery Name:
Caring Kindergartens Milton Keynes
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Acorn Early Years Foundation
20 Oct, 2026
Part time
Nursery Assistant 1:1
£8.50 - £12.80 hourly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Milton Keynes, UK
We are looking for a Nursery Assistant on a 1:1 basis looking after a child with SEN,  (experience within an Early Years setting and/or level L2 in Early Years desirable ) to join our nursery at Cold Harbour at Milton Keynes.  The position is 15 hours per week, Monday-Friday. We can be flexible on how the hours are split across the week.   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 from the age of four months to four years, and are open from 7.30am to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.  The team strive to make the nursery a place where positive and close relationships with children and...
Nursery Name:
Acorn at Cold Harbour
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Acorn Early Years Foundation
16 Oct, 2026
Casual
Bank Staff
£11.00 - £14.50 hourly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Milton Keynes, UK
We are looking for a Bank Nursery Assistant for our Westcroft Nursery.   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 fortunate to have Howe Park Wood on our doorstep, which we visit regularly. We offer full and part-time care for up to 92 children from the age of four months to four years, and are open from 7.30am...
Nursery Name:
Acorn at Westcroft
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Acorn Early Years Foundation
21 Sep, 2026
Casual
Bank Staff
£11.00 - £14.50 hourly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Milton Keynes, UK
We are looking for a Bank Nursery Assistant for our Deanshanger Nursery.   Nestled next to the community centre, our nursery is located in the former Deanshanger pre-school building, a space that served local families for many years. We’re proud to bring it back to life with a fresh vision and a deep commitment to early years care. Our Deanshanger nursery specialises in the under three age group, welcoming babies and toddlers under three years of age initially, offering a nurturing, stimulating environment where little ones can thrive. With a beautiful garden space and a strong emphasis on outdoor play, babies and toddlers will enjoy daily access to the outdoors, rain or shine! We have active CCTV in place throughout the nursery to help maintain a safe and secure environment. Role: To support a holistic approach to the curriculum To ensure basic care needs of individual children are met To ensure a high level of well-being among children To...
Nursery Name:
Acorn Day Nursery Deanshanger
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Acorn Early Years Foundation
07 Aug, 2026
Part time
Tea Time Assistant
£8.50 - £12.71 hourly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Brafield-on-the-Green, Northampton NN7 1BP, UK
We are looking for an anthusiastic Tea Time Assistant for our Brafield Nursery Established in 1997, this small and friendly nursery is situated in the village of Brafield-on-the-Green. It is in an idyllic setting, a quiet location on the edge of the village, next to the church. We offer full and part-time care for up to 44 children from the age of four months to four years, and are open from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.  One of the nursery’s most attractive features, and extremely popular with the children, is the wonderful outside space and gardens, fully enclosed and secure for the children to enjoy. The nursery gardens offer plentiful opportunities for outdoor play and learning, which is a key aspect of Acorn’s ethos. Pre-school children have regular Forest School sessions in the nursery garden. The building itself was formerly the village primary school and, whilst retaining the character of the original architecture, it has been...
Nursery Name:
Acorn Day Nursery Brafield On The Green
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Ethos Education
20 Nov, 2025
Full time
Trainee Montessori Assistant
£24,000 - £27,000 yearly
Ethos Education West Hampstead, London, UK
We are looking for a passionate individual to join the team at this lovely Montessori nursery in West Hampstead as a Trainee Montessori Assistant. You will be training towards a Level 2/Montessori qualification and supported by a caring management team. This nursery offers great career progression and this is a great opportunity to expand on your skills, learn about Montessori teaching, gain a qualification and further your early years career! This Montessori nursery has a strong sense of community and as a Trainee Montessori Assistant you will be working within an interactive and supportive environment, alongside a welcoming and friendly team of staff. Working full time as a Trainee Montessori Assistant, you will be supporting children to develop and grow, discover their own individual interests and build on their confidence and independence. This nursery aims for each child to discover their self as a creative individual, inquisitive learner and a team player. You will...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Atlas Staffing UK
14 Jan, 2026
Full time
Qualified Early Years Nursery Assistant Level 3
£13.50 - £14.00 hourly
Atlas Staffing UK E1 - Whitechapel
About the Role Role Summary As an Nursery Assistant, you will work within a nursery setting to deliver high-quality care and education to young children. You will plan and implement activities, support children’s developmental needs, and collaborate with colleagues and parents to create a positive and inclusive environment, ensuring compliance with early years standards. Key Responsibilities Child Development and Care : Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children’s learning and development in line with early years frameworks (e.g., EYFS or equivalent). Observe and assess children’s progress, maintaining accurate records and sharing updates with parents and colleagues. Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that meets the individual needs of each child. Team Collaboration : Work closely with Room Leaders and other practitioners to ensure a cohesive approach to care and education. Support colleagues...
Nursery Name:
Atlas Staffing UK
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Ethos Education
04 Sep, 2026
Casual
Nursery Assistant
£14.00 - £16.00 hourly
Ethos Education London, UK
Nursery Assistants needed in London! We are looking for dedicated and caring Nursery Assistants to work at this lovely nursery in London.  The nursery has cover shifts available daily, usually 6 hour shifts between 7:30am and 6:30pm, with an hourly rate of £14-£16. This is a great opportunity for Nursery Assistants looking to expand on their early years experience or for more flexible work opportunities. Previous experience and an Early Years or Childcare qualification would be ideal for the suitable Nursery Assistant. As a Nursery Assistant, you will be covering shifts within a supportive early years setting, and your responsibilities will include: Supervising indoor and outdoor play Assisting with activities and learning sessions Supporting daily routines Personal care and nappy changing Helping out with meal/snack times Assisting with daily outings to the park Supporting children aged 0-5 This nursery is easy to reach thanks to excellent transport links,...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Ethos Education
04 Aug, 2026
Casual
Early Years Practitioner
£14.00 - £16.00 hourly
Ethos Education Kensington, London, UK
We are looking for passionate, caring and reliable Early Years Practitioners to work at this lovely nursery in Kensington! This nursery is a wonderful place to work and offers part time shifts, perfect for any Early Years Practitioners looking for more flexible work! The shifts would be part time between the hours of 7:30am and 6:30pm, with shifts available every day, allowing you to choose which days you can work to fit it around your life and any other commitments! Pay would be £14 to £16 per hour. As an Early Years Practitioner working on a part time, temporary basis, you will be: Supporting daily routines Assisting with activities Supervising play Helping out with meal/snack times Nappy changing and personal care Accompanying on daily outings to the park, including pushing the buggies Supervising nap times Level 3/equivalent or higher qualification in Early Years or Childcare is desirable for this part time Early Years Practitioner role. This nursery is...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Ethos Education
04 Aug, 2026
Casual
Nursery Bank Staff
£14.00 - £16.00 hourly
Ethos Education Kensington, London, UK
Are you an Early Years Practitioner looking for flexible temporary work? Look no further! We are currently looking for dedicated and trustworthy Early Years Practitioners for bank/cover shifts at nurseries in West London. Previous experience working in an early years or childcare setting would be ideal, and a qualification in Early Years or Childcare is preferred. Shifts are between the hours of 7:30am and 6:30pm, with the majority of shifts being for 6 hours. The shifts are generally confirmed the week before, however there are sometimes last minute shifts that come up the day of, due to staff absences etc., so we are looking for reliable Early Years Practitioners who are willing to cover with short notice. As Nursery Bank Staff, you will be supporting young children within the nursery with their daily routines, including assisting with activities and play, helping out with meal/snack times, and nappy changing/personal care. This is a great opportunity for an Early Years...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Ethos Education
10 Jun, 2026
Full time
French-Speaking Teaching Assistant
£24,000 - £28,000 yearly
Ethos Education Kensington, London, UK
French-Speaking Teaching Assistant role for an ASAP start at a nursery in Kensington Are you fluent in French and passionate about working in childcare? This could be the role for you! Join a team of lovely staff who are dedicated to early years education as a French TA in this bilingual nursery. You will be supported by a management team that truly care about every member of staff, and there are opportunities for professional development and further training. It is essential that you are fluent in French (native or C2 level) and a relevant Early Years or Childcare qualification is required. It's important that you have good communication skills and teamwork, and a caring and positive approach with a commitment to safeguarding. Working full time as a French-speaking Teaching Assistant in a supportive bilingual learning environment, you will support children learning French from a young age through planning and carrying out indoor and outdoor activities in line with the EYFS,...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
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