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Mini VIPs Nursery & Daycare Ltd
09 Feb, 2026
Full time
Early Year Practitioner Level 2/3 - Full Time / Part Time
£25,605 - £28,163 yearly
Mini VIPs Nursery & Daycare Ltd 16-18 Gretton Road, Winchcombe, Cheltenham, UK
🌟 Key Practitioner – Mini VIP’s Nursery & Day-care, Winchcombe Level 2/3 Qualified | Full‑time or Part‑time | Immediate Start Available Can you see the magic of a muddy puddle ? Do you see a stick or a wand ? A sock or a puppet ? A box or a boat ? Do children fill you with awe and wonder ? If you’re passionate about helping children learn through curiosity, imagination and play, Mini VIP’s might have the perfect opportunity for you. 🌈 About Mini VIP’s Mini VIP’s Nursery & Day-care is a family‑run, friendly and thriving setting in the beautiful Cotswold town of Winchcombe. We provide high‑quality childcare for children aged 3 months to 12 years , operating all year round from 7:30am–6:00pm , closed only on Bank Holidays and over the Christmas period . We have recently expanded, with: 🌿 A new standalone Pre-School with large play areas 🌲 Our own Forest School 👶 A new Tweenies (1–2 years) room ,...
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Mini VIPs Nursery & Day Care Limited
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
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
Early Years Alliance
20 Feb, 2026
Full time
Early Years Educator
£18,361 yearly
Early Years Alliance Huntingdon, UK
We have a fantastic opportunity for an  Early Years Educator  to join our team at  Godmanchester Pre-School  in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire . Rated Good  by Ofsted and 9.9  on Day Nurseries. We are looking for a skilled early years educator who will offer our children high quality inclusive early years education and care. We take great pride in being a friendly, inclusive setting that put children and their families at the heart of our practice and provide excellent promotion and progression opportunities for our staff team.   What we offer: We are proud to be part of the Early Years Alliance family of early years settings. Founded over 60 years ago, the Alliance is an educational charity dedicated to supporting the delivery of quality early years education and care to children and families. The Alliance prides itself on being a supportive workplace and offers significant benefits for our team members including: 100% discount on childcare and...
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Godmanchester Pre-school
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Acorn Early Years Foundation
08 Jan, 2026
Full time
Lead Practitioner
£28,080 - £29,120 yearly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Stanwick, Wellingborough NN9, UK
If you are offered a lead EYP role, you will receive a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period.  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.  The role will be 40 hours per week, working 4 days 07:15-18:15. We’re proud to be one of the leading childcare providers in Milton Keynes, Northampton and Bedford with over 35 years’ experience who specialise in nature pedagogy and promoting the professional development of our employees. We believe that childcare needs a personal touch, and our nurseries and out-of-school clubs offer flexibility and individuality with a homely feel. As a not-for-profit...
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Acorn at Stanwick
Room Leader/Team Leader
Beach Babies
05 Jan, 2026
Full time
Level 3 Early Years Practitioner
£26,208 yearly
Beach Babies Landbeach, Cambridge, UK
Are you a caring, energetic, and imaginative individual passionate about early childhood education? We're looking for an Early Years Practitioner/ Nursery Practitioner to join our Ofsted OUTSTANDING team and make a lasting impact on the lives of our young children, reminding you of why you chose childcare. Landbeach is situated just outside of Cambridge What you’ll do: Greet children each day with a warm, kind smile that makes them feel loved and welcomed. Be always ready to build a fully functional space rocket from a kitchen roll tube, 2 elastic bands, and a handful of pipe cleaners. Share songs, stories, and creative activities that everyone will enjoy (being in tune is optional, but knowing Frozen lyrics is a plus!). Navigate a classroom that sometimes looks like a hurricane just hit—and do it with calm and grace. Multitask like a pro, reading stories, answering questions, and explaining how the world works (sometimes all at once). Encourage independence, even...
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Beach Babies Nursery
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
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...
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Acorn Day Nursery Sharnbrook
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
SW
14 Jan, 2026
Full time
Level 2 or Level 3 Nursery Practitioner
Stone Well Cottage Day Nursery Moulton, Northampton, UK
Stone Well Cottage Day Nursery located in Moulton Village, Northamptonshire, are recruiting! We are looking for a Level 2 or 3 childcare practitioner. We are looking for someone to work full time or part time within our setting. The hours will be between 8-6pm with various shifts depending on children and staff. You will become a member of the staff team and be counted in ratios. You will have an enhanced DBS completed and ideally will hold a relevant first aid qualification and have undergone safeguarding training although training can and will be provided. We are looking for hard working individuals, who have a true passion for working with children and being able to offer the best care and education possible. In return you will work for a lovely nursery, set in a grade 2 listed cottage in the heart of a beautiful village. We work closely as a nursery team and are able to make the most of being in a village setting. We care about all of our children, families and staff and...
Nursery Name:
Stone Well Cottage Day Nursery
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
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
Acorn Early Years Foundation
16 Feb, 2026
Full time
Chef
£13.00 - £15.00 hourly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Emberton, Olney MK46, UK
We are looking for an inspirational Nursery Chef, with a minimum of Level 2 Food Hygiene, to join our Acorn Nursery at our nursery in Emberton. The nursery is set in a small village just outside Newport Pagnell. Children take regular walks to local park and around the village. They are also able to benefit from the nursery’s Outdoor Learning Centre. We’re proud to be one of the leading childcare providers in Milton Keynes, Northampton and Bedford with over 25 years’ experience who specialise in nature pedagogy and promoting the professional development of our employees. We are really proud to have recently been awarded a Top 20 DayNurseries group award. You will be rewarded with a competitive salary, great training and progression opportunities, enhanced pension contributions, and 65% childcare discount. As a not-for-profit organisation, Acorn always puts the needs of the children first, meaning you will be working for a business that cares about more than just profit....
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Emberton Day Nursery and Outdoor Learning Centre
Catering
Acorn Early Years Foundation
04 Feb, 2026
Full time
Early Years Practitioner
£26,624 - £28,080 yearly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Emberton, Olney MK46, UK
If you are offered an EYP role, you will received a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period.  We are looking for inspirational Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners to join our nursery in Emberton. 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. The role will be 40 hours per week, 4 days a week. 07:15-6:15.  We are looking for someone who enjoys being outdoors as this role is based within our Nature Kindergarten.  We’re proud to be one of the leading childcare providers in Milton Keynes, Northampton and Bedford...
Nursery Name:
Emberton Day Nursery and Outdoor Learning Centre
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Caring Kindergartens Ltd
05 Mar, 2026
Full time
Nursery Practitioner Level 3+
£27,060 - £27,476 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 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 Moulton Park
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Caring Kindergartens Ltd
23 Feb, 2026
Full time
Nursery Assistant
£26,436 - £27,060 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 ideally hold a Level 2 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...
Nursery Name:
Caring Kindergartens Moulton Park
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Greyson Carter
03 Oct, 2025
Full time
Nursery Practitioner - Level 3
£26,000 - £31,000 yearly
Greyson Carter Thurmaston, Leicester, UK
Purpose of the Role A Nursery Practitioner (also called an Early Years Practitioner) is responsible for supporting the learning, development, and well‑being of children from birth to five years old. The role ensures children are cared for in a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment, while following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Key Responsibilities Child Development & Care Provide a high standard of physical, emotional, social, and intellectual care. Plan and deliver age‑appropriate activities that encourage learning through play. Observe, assess, and record children’s progress, sharing updates with parents/carers. Support children with personal care routines (feeding, toileting, hygiene). Environment & Safety Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment. Ensure all safeguarding, health, and safety policies are followed. Be aware of and respond to...
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Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Childbase Partnership
24 Nov, 2025
Full time
Nursery Team Leader
£14.74 - £15.88 hourly
Childbase Partnership Bedford MK43 0ZU, UK
Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Team Leader (room-based) | 0-5 year olds. Location:  Cherry Trees Day Nursery | Cranfield |MK43 0ZU. Contract:  Permanent | 37.5-40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Varied shifts Monday-Friday between 07:30-18:30. Salary:  £30,659.20-£33,030.40 per annum (pro-rata) | £14.74-£15.88 per hour. We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989.  Within our 43-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘careers, not jobs’, supporting one another to grow and succeed.  Why join us? Generous annual leave:   23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.  Work-life balance:   Up to a further 20 paid days off each year through our Partnership Reward Days incentive; take your leave or sell the days...
Nursery Name:
Cherry Trees Day Nursery
Room Leader/Team Leader
Colourbox Montessori School Ltd
29 Jan, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Leader
£12.35 - £13.00 hourly
Colourbox Montessori School Ltd Risby, Bury Saint Edmunds IP28, UK
Join Our Outstanding Team at Colourbox @ Cherry Trees in Risby, Bury St Edmunds. Are you passionate about helping children thrive, explore, and grow? Colourbox Montessori School are recruiting for an enthusiastic  Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner  to join our vibrant nursery, as Deputy Room Leader in our baby or toddler rooms. This is a  full-time role  with fantastic opportunities for  continuous professional development, specialist Montessori training, and clear career progression . You’ll play a key part in nurturing children aged  3 months to 5 years , supporting their early learning journey in a creative, inspiring, and caring environment. What you’ll be doing: Caring for and inspiring your own key group of children, recording and celebrating their development. Creating a safe, welcoming, and stimulating space every day. Building strong, positive relationships with colleagues, children, and families. Why join Colourbox?...
Nursery Name:
Colourbox Barrow
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Caring Kindergartens Ltd
09 Mar, 2026
Full time
Senior Nursery Practitioner
£28,516 - £29,556 yearly
Caring Kindergartens Ltd Milton Keynes, 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;...
Nursery Name:
Caring Kindergartens Milton Keynes
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Acorn Early Years Foundation
06 Mar, 2026
Full time
Senior Early Years Practitioner
£15.00 - £15.80 hourly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Milton Keynes, UK
 If you are offered a Senior EYP role, you will receive a £1000 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. We are looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Early Years Practitioner for our Wolverton Mill Nursery.  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. Role: To work in partnership with the nursery manager and deputy to ensure effective running of the nursery. To lead/manage the staff in...
Nursery Name:
Acorn at Wolverton Mill
Room Leader/Team Leader
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
Acorn Early Years Foundation
05 Mar, 2026
Full time
Senior Early Years Practitioner
£15.00 - £15.80 hourly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Milton Keynes, UK
 If you are offered a Senior EYP role, you will receive a £1000 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. We’re thrilled to announce that our brand-new nursery in the heart of Deanshanger village is now open and welcoming children! 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 will specialise 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...
Nursery Name:
Acorn Day Nursery Deanshanger
Room Leader/Team Leader
Acorn Early Years Foundation
05 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 Deanshanger.  We’re thrilled to announce that our brand-new nursery in the heart of Deanshanger village is now open and welcoming children! 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 will specialise 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 for your child. This is a full time...
Nursery Name:
Acorn Day Nursery Deanshanger
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
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