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Colourbox Montessori School Ltd
21 Jan, 2026
Full time
Forest School Leader / Outdoor Teacher
£12.29 - £13.00 hourly
Colourbox Montessori School Ltd Newmarket CB8, UK
Colourbox Montessori School are currently recruiting for an Outdoor Teacher  with a minimum Level 3 Childcare qualification to join our stunning Forest School team site in Newmarket. This role is a full-time or part-time position, where your main duties will be nurturing and caring for the development of children and facilitating the awe and wonder of learning outside the classroom. We will consider outdoor teachers who are currently completing Level 3 Forest School Training in addition to their childcare qualification, or are wishing to undertake a Forest School qualification as part of their professional development. Duties: Showcase your brilliant talents: Plan, deliver, organise and run forest school sessions that promote learning in an outdoor environment and reflect the ethos of the nursery in a fun and engaging way. Maintain a safe and welcoming environment, ensuring the forest school area is safe for the children and staff by compiling risk–benefit analyses...
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Newmarket Colourbox Montessori School
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Atlas Staffing UK
14 Jan, 2026
Full time
Qualified Early Years Nursery Assistant Level 3
£14 - £14 yearly
Atlas Staffing UK N17 - Haringey
About the Role 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 in maintaining a positive and collaborative team environment. Contribute to team meetings and share insights to improve practices within the room or nursery. Parent Engagement: Build trusting relationships with parents through regular communication, updates, and informal discussions. Address parental queries and provide feedback on their child’s progress and experiences. Operational...
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Atlas Staffing UK
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
22 Oct, 2025
Full time
Housekeeper/Nursery Nurse
£12.21 - £13.50 hourly
Ethos Education Peckham, London, UK
We are looking for a Housekeeper/Nursery to join the team at this lovely nursery in Peckham! As a Nursery Nurse your duties will include supporting the team with: Personal care/nappy changing Preparing food Setting up/packing away activities Cleaning Ensuring health & safety measures are followed at all times This is a permanent and full time position for a caring individual to join a wonderful team.  This nursery operates an open and accessible culture in which everyone is heard, and you will be supported by a lovely management team as well as your colleagues. It is a wonderful working environment that promotes staff loyalty and team spirit, and allows staff to achieve their career objectives and personal ambitions! Located in Peckham, this nursery is easy to get to thanks to excellent transport links and local parking! Apply now for this Housekeeper/Nursery Nurse position, interviews are happening ASAP!
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant Housekeeping
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd
11 Feb, 2026
Full time
Nursery Practitioner - Early Years Educator (UQ/Level 2/3)
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd London, UK
Full-time Early Years Practitioner 40 hours per week, All Year Round We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated, and passionate early years educator? Join our well-established team in West Twyford (NW10) 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: Early Years Educator Hours: 40 hours per week (option to condense 40 hours over 4 days) Salary Level Unqualified: £20,800 - £21,528 (age 18 yrs to 20 yrs) Salary Level Unqualified: £25,584 - £25,896 (age 21 yrs & over) Salary level 2: £26,000 - £26,520 Salary Level 3: £26,832 - £28,912 About Our Nursery: We are a family-run business with 25 years of experience and eight beautiful nurseries across Buckinghamshire and West London. Our West Twyford setting is especially close to our hearts – a truly unique nursery nestled in the heart of the community, operating from a...
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Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries - West Twyford
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd
11 Feb, 2026
Full time
Nursery - Early Years Level 3 Apprenticeship
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd London, UK
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 West Twyford (NW10) 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 your 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...
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Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries - West Twyford
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant Apprentice
Magic Roundabout Nurseries Ltd
15 Apr, 2025
Full time
Early Years Educator Level 3
£23,795 - £27,500 monthly
Magic Roundabout Nurseries Ltd London, UK
At  MRN , we are passionate about early childhood education, creating a loving space where every child and educator thrives. We are now hiring a  Nursery Practitioner  to join our friendly team at our  Docklands nursery . If you are an experienced practitioner looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you! What We Offer You: Competitive salary : £23,795 - £27,500 per year Career growth opportunities , including mentoring and leadership training 31 days of annual leave , including 3 bonus days over Christmas (based on performance) Fully funded professional development , including paid time off for training Childcare discount  and free daily meals Pension scheme  and well-being programs Employee referral bonus : Earn £400 for each successful referral Social events  such as summer BBQs and festive parties Your Role at MRN: Lead engaging play and learning activities  that align with the EYFS framework. Support...
Nursery Name:
MRN Docklands
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse 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
Junior VIPs Nursery Limited
18 Jul, 2025
Full time
Nursery Practitioner - Level 3
£28,500 yearly
Junior VIPs Nursery Limited 32 Oakfield Road, Croydon, UK
Nursery Practitioner (Level 3) – Full-Time Junior VIPs Nursery Ltd – Croydon CR0 Salary: £28,500 per year Job Type: Full-time (40 hours/week) Schedule: 10-hour shifts, 4 days per week Start Date: ASAP Please note: We are not accepting applications from unqualified candidates or those requiring visa sponsorship at this time. About Us Junior VIPs Nursery is a vibrant, well-established nursery based in Croydon, just minutes from West Croydon Station and Croydon town centre. Since opening in 2016, we’ve built a strong reputation for high-quality early years care in a friendly and professional environment. We are committed to supporting our staff as much as our children, with a positive team culture, modern facilities, and real opportunities for professional growth. What We Offer £25 Birthday Gift Voucher Annual Bonus for staff who stay 2 years or more Summer Drinks & Christmas Dinner – staff socials twice a year Supportive,...
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Junior VIPs Nursery Limited
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Shakers KIDS
10 Oct, 2025
Part time
Children’s Entertainer
£13.00 - £15.00 hourly
Shakers KIDS Remote (West London or south london)
✨ NEW JOB OPPORTUNITY – 15 to 25 hours per week ✨ Part time hours: 9:30–12:00 or 9:30–2:30 (perfect for school-time schedules!) Do you have loads of energy, enthusiasm, and a passion for working with young children? Do you love to move, dance, and bring joy through fun fitness sessions? We’re looking for vibrant, reliable, and positive team members to lead our Shakers Kids activity classes across West London and South London. No previous experience is required – we provide full training and ongoing support. You’ll need to be confident, great with children, and happy to drive between class locations. 🚗 Driving is essential (own vehicle required). If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! 📧 Email: shakerskids@gmail.com
Nursery Name:
Shakers KIDS
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
CR
02 Feb, 2026
Full time
Montessori Teacher
£30,000 - £32,000 yearly
Connected Recruitment Chiswick, London, UK
Become a valued Montessori Teacher Role: Montessori Teacher Location: Chiswick W4 Hours: 40 hours per week Flexi Option: Option to flex your hours over 4 day week Salary: £28000-£31000 P/A Qualification: Montessori qualification from a recognised provider Why join our client? You are an amazing Montessori Teacher who is looking for a new role where you can use your skills and training to spark the curiosity of young children. With over 40 years’ experience and many Ofsted Outstanding grades, our client is here to support you and ensure that you continue to further your career. My client believes that a well-cared for team results in well-cared for children. That is why we strive to offer our staff every opportunity to develop with us to reach their full potential. We offer in-house and external training (wherever possible within working hours) including in exciting disciplines such as Forest School Leadership. When you join our client you join the whole group, so...
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Buttercups Day Nursery
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 W5 - Ealing
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 in maintaining a positive and collaborative team environment. Contribute to team meetings and share insights to improve practices within the room or nursery. Parent Engagement: Build trusting relationships with parents through regular communication, updates, and informal discussions. Address parental queries and provide feedback on their child’s progress and experiences. Operational Duties: Assist in...
Nursery Name:
Atlas Staffing UK
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd
11 Feb, 2026
Full time
Nursery - Early Years Level 3 Apprenticeship
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd Perivale, UK
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,...
Nursery Name:
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries - Perivale
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant Apprentice
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd
11 Nov, 2025
Full time
Nursery - Early Years Level 3 Apprenticeship
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd Perivale, UK
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...
Nursery Name:
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries - Perivale
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant Apprentice
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd
11 Feb, 2026
Full time
Flexible Nursery Practitioner - Early Years Educator (UQ/L2/3)
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd Hanwell, London W7, UK
Full-time Early Years Practitioner 40 hours per week, All Year Round We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated, and passionate early years educator? Join our well-established team in Hanwell (W7)  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: Early Years Educator Hours: 40 hours per week (option to condense 40 hours over 4 days) Salary Level Unqualified: £20,800 - £21,528 (age 18 yrs to 20 yrs) Salary Level Unqualified: £25,584 - £25,896 (age 21 yrs & over) Salary level 2: £26,000 - £26,520 Salary Level 3: £26,832 - £28,912 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...
Nursery Name:
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries - Hanwell
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd
11 Feb, 2026
Full time
Nursery Practitioner Level 3 Qualified
£26,832 - £28,912 yearly
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd Northolt, UK
Early Years Practitioner Level 3 Qualified (Full-time 40 hours per week, all year round) We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated, and passionate early years educator?  Join our well-established team in Northolt 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: Early Years Educator Hours: 40 hours per week (option to condense 40 hours over 4 days) Salary Level 3: £26,832 - £28,912 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 Northolt setting is especially close to our hearts – a truly unique nursery nestled in the heart of the community.  Celebrating its 20th birthday in 2024, the nursery is thoughtfully designed with stunning rooms, exceptional resources, and exciting...
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Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries - Northolt
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd
11 Feb, 2026
Full time
Nursery - Early Years Level 3 Apprenticeship
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd Northolt, UK
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 Academy Gardens 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, All Year Round 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 your 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...
Nursery Name:
Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries - Academy Gardens
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant Apprentice
Acorn Early Years Foundation
13 Feb, 2026
Full time
Nursery Assistant
£8.00 - £12.30 hourly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Bedford, UK
We are looking for an enthusastic and passionate Nursery Assistant to join our Sharnbrook Nursery in Bedford.  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.   This is a full time position of 40 hours per week Monday-Friday between teh hours of 07.15 - 18.30. Role: To support a holistic approach to the curriculum To ensure basic care needs of individual children...
Nursery Name:
Acorn Day Nursery Sharnbrook
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Caring Kindergartens Ltd
26 Feb, 2026
Full time
Nursery Practitioner Level 3+
£27,060 - £27,664 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 work as part of a team and acting 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...
Nursery Name:
Caring Kindergartens Peterborough
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Acorn Early Years Foundation
06 Mar, 2026
Full time
Nursery Assistant
£8.50 - £12.80 hourly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Milton Keynes, UK
We are looking for an enthusastic and passionate Nursery Assistant to join our Nursery in Wolverton Mill. Acorn Wolverton Mill provides high quality, affordable childcare and early years education for the local community.  The building is purpose built with four spacious play areas indoors, with direct access to four play areas which allows the children to free-flow continuously. We have active CCTV in place throughout the nursery to help maintain a safe and secure environment for your child.  Wolverton Mill offers full and part time care for up to 84 children from the ages of 4 months to 4 years, and we are open from 7:30am – 6pm Monday to Friday all year round. This is a full time position of 40 hours per week Monday-Friday between the hours of 07.15 - 18.30. 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 have a good...
Nursery Name:
Acorn at Wolverton Mill
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
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