24 early years education childcare practitioner jobs found

🌟 Join Our Preschool Family – Early Years Educator / Childcare Practitioner 🌟 Full‑time | Part‑time | Term‑time | All‑year‑round Permanent & Maternity Cover Positions Available Do you believe the early years are where everything begins ? We’re looking for two warm, enthusiastic Early Years Educators to join our busy, friendly preschool , where children are nurtured, encouraged, and celebrated every single day. With one permanent role and one maternity cover position available due to expansion, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow with a truly supportive team. 💛 Why You’ll Love Working With Us We’re not just a preschool — we’re a team that cares deeply about children and each other. ✔ Flexible working patterns to suit your life ✔ Competitive rates of pay ✔ A welcoming, supportive team environment ✔ Ongoing training and professional development ✔ A setting where your ideas, creativity, and passion are valued 👶 Your Role...

🌟  We Are Looking for a One-to-One Support Worker for Children 🌟 Full-time | Part-time | Flexible opportunities available Are you passionate about making a real difference through one-to-one support for children? We’re looking for a caring, patient, and dedicated one-to-one support worker to provide individual support for children and help them feel safe, confident, and able to thrive. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to make a positive impact every day. Due to our continued expansion, we also have other preschool roles available for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals who would like to join our growing team. 💛 Why You’ll Love Working With Us We are committed to supporting every child as an individual and creating a nurturing environment where they can succeed. ✔ Meaningful and rewarding work supporting children individually ✔ Flexible working patterns ✔ A welcoming and supportive team ✔ Opportunities for...

🌟 Join Our Preschool Family – Early Years Educator / Childcare Practitioner 🌟 Full‑time | Part‑time | Term‑time | All‑year‑round Permanent & Maternity Cover Positions Available Do you believe the early years are where everything begins ? We’re looking for two warm, enthusiastic Early Years Educators to join our busy, friendly preschool , where children are nurtured, encouraged, and celebrated every single day. With one permanent role and one maternity cover position available due to expansion, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow with a truly supportive team. 💛 Why You’ll Love Working With Us We’re not just a preschool — we’re a team that cares deeply about children and each other. ✔ Flexible working patterns to suit your life ✔ Competitive rates of pay ✔ A welcoming, supportive team environment ✔ Ongoing training and professional development ✔ A setting where your ideas,...

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...

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...

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;...

 Join Our Naturally Learning Team!  Cover Nursery Educator – A New Adventure Awaits! to work in our nurseries in West Cornwall Must be willing to travel to our nurseries in Hayle, Redruth and Falmouth  Are you passionate about early years education and ready to make a real impact? At Naturally Learning, we’re looking for warm, dedicated educators to join our nurturing team. Are you ready and willing to cover for absence staff and be our Superhero!  As a Nursery Educator, you will: Deliver inspiring care and education to our children at the nursery that needs your support Hayle, Redruth or Falmouth. Be a positive role model every single day Communicate with kindness and professionalism Help create a joyful, supportive team environment Stay organised and meet deadlines with ease Champion our nursery’s values with families and visitors Follow best practice and keep your DBS certificate up to date Speak up—whether it’s to...

Rosedene’s mission is to provide the most enriching learning opportunities , within a nurturing environment , for our children to be kind, curious and confident, ready to shape the world. We’re a small family business, established for over 30 years and we’re proud of the high-quality experiences we offer across our 11 nurseries in the North of England. This is only made possible by our exceptional nursery teams. Our children & families are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking to recruit a trustworthy and passionate person who is ready to make a difference. Rosedene are recognised as pioneers in the early years industry, constantly innovating our childcare experiences, and we need curious thinkers to help us in our journey. Are you passionate about supporting and nurturing children during their early years? Do you believe in outdoor learning environments, child-led learning and ready to join a motivated and high performing nursery...

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,...

EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONER (LEVEL 3) DAISY FAYS TRURO Location: Daisy Fays Truro, Petherton House, Kenwyn Road, Truro TR1 3SH More about Daisy Fays Truro here More about Daisy Fays Careers here Welcome to Daisy Fays At Daisy Fays, we are more than a nursery — we are a family built on care, passion, and purpose. Founded by parents, we have grown into one of Cornwall’s most trusted childcare providers, creating inspiring environments where children thrive and practitioners build rewarding careers. About Daisy Fays Truro Situated in the prestigious area of Kenwyn, Daisy Fays Truro enjoys a prime location in Cornwall's vibrant capital city. With excellent transport connections, including rail links, major bus routes, and easy access to the A30, the nursery is perfectly positioned for commuting from across Cornwall. Based within a beautiful Victorian building and surrounded by its own woodland area, Daisy Fays Truro combines the energy of a busy city...

QUALIFIED EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONERS REQUIRED We are Grow Learn Play Project CIC. We are looking for a qualified person to join our team. We pride ourselves on a lively, fun environment to work in and are committed to staff training and where possible, progression with our organisation.  We run a nursery and community support program from our base in Banbury. We care for children aged 0-pre-school across our setting and school age to 11 in our playscheme. We are a not for profit organisation meaning that we reinvest any profits arising from the nursery back into our provision, staff training and support and growing our organisation. We operate well maintained and resourced rooms plus extensive gardens with allotment, forest school, sand pits and play equipment and outdoor classrooms encouraging a wide range of activities and experiences. We have videos on our website www.glpp.uk that will give you a virtual walkaround.  We are currently looking for an experienced and Level...

Rosedene Nurseries in Ormesby are seeking a Level 3 Early Years Educator/Practitioner to join their established team. Rosedene’s mission is to provide the  most enriching learning opportunities , within a  nurturing environment , for our children to  be kind, curious and confident,  ready to shape the world. We’re a small family business, established for over 30 years and we’re proud of the  high-quality experiences  we offer across our 11 nurseries in the North of England. This is only made possible by our  exceptional  nursery teams. Our  children  &  families  are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking to recruit a  trustworthy  and  passionate  person who is ready to  make a difference.  Rosedene are recognised as pioneers in the early years industry, constantly  innovating  our childcare experiences, and we need curious thinkers to help us in our journey. Are you passionate about supporting and nurturing children during their early years? Do you...

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...

Early Years Practitioner (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 High Wycombe (Handy Cross) 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 Essential Criteria: Full & Relevant Level 2 or 3 Early Years Qualification Hours: 40 hours per week (option to condense 40 hours over 4 days) Salary level 2: £26,104 - £26,728 Salary Level 3: £26,832 - £29,120 Opening Hours: 7.30 am to 6.30 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 High Wycombe setting is especially close to our hearts – a truly unique nursery nestled in the heart of the community....

Nursery Lunch Cover We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated Lunchtime Nursery Practitioner? Join our well-established team in High Wycombe 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: Nursery Lunch Cover Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm (15 hours a week) Monday to Friday, all year round Hourly Rate: £12.30 - £12.90 (dependant on if level 2/3 qualified) Experience / Qualifications - What you will bring to the role: Essential criteria Current Food Hygiene certificate. Experience of working with young children. Good communication skills. Commitment to equal opportunities Commitment to working with young children and families. Friendly and flexible approach at work which facilitates the development of effective relationships. Desirable criteria Current first aid certificate Relevant...

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...

Job description: At Sweet Peas Day Care & Teaching Nurseries, we’re proud of the exceptional care and education we provide – and even prouder of the people who make it possible. We’re now looking for Early Years Practitioners to join our friendly team in Rothwell. Whether you’re an experienced Level 3 (preferred), a Level 2 looking to progress, or someone new to early years and eager to start your career, we’d love to hear from you. You’ll play a key role in helping our children explore, learn, and flourish every day – creating inspiring learning opportunities, supporting routines, and building trusted relationships with families. We also have flexible Bank Team opportunities available, perfect for students or those looking for part-time hours. Summary We’re seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Educator to join our team in Rothwell (LS26). In this pivotal role, you’ll contribute to the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring they receive the highest...

Early Years Educator – Garforth Make a real difference every day Company Overview At   Sweet Peas Day Care & Teaching Nurseries , we’re proud of the exceptional care and education we provide - and even prouder of the people who make it possible. We’re now looking for   Early Years Practitioners   to join our friendly team in   Garforth . Whether you’re an experienced   Level 3 (preferred) , a   Level 2 looking to progress , or someone   new to early years and eager to start your career , we’d love to hear from you. You’ll play a key role in helping our children explore, learn, and flourish every day -creating inspiring learning opportunities, supporting routines, and building trusted relationships with families. We also have   flexible Bank Team   opportunities available, perfect for students or those looking for part-time hours. Summary We’re seeking an enthusiastic   Early Years Educator   to join our team in   Garforth (LS25) . In this...

Make a real difference every day At Sweet Peas Day Care & Teaching Nurseries, we’re proud of the exceptional care and education we provide – and even prouder of the people who make it possible. Our team say: “I really enjoy being a part of children’s learning and development. I love watching them grow and gain their own little personalities.” 100% of our team told us they’re proud to say they work here. About the Role We’re excited to announce a rare opportunity to join our Leadership Team as   Suite Leader   for our   Toddler Suite   (children aged around 27 months to 3 years) Due to internal promotion. You’ll lead and inspire a team of Early Years Educators to deliver high-quality care and engaging learning experiences. You’ll model outstanding practice and create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. This is a dynamic, hands-on leadership role – ideal for a confident, reflective practitioner with a strong understanding of the EYFS...

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,...