85 jobs found in Colchester

Colourbox Montessori School are currently recruiting for an outstanding Chef to cater for the children within our setting. This role is a part-time position, over 3 days, 16.5 hours per week (9am to 3pm) and with the opportunity for professional development and additional training. Benefits: Uniform/ equipment provided. Social events provided by the nursery. In-house training and development. Company pension. Requirements of the role: Experience delivering quality home cooked dishes on a large scale. Experience in catering for specific dietry requirements. An enhanced DBS check (we will apply for this). Knowledge and experience of Safeguarding and Food Hygiene preferred. Previous experience in similar environment. If you’re striving to be part of an outstanding team, we look forward to receiving your application.    

Colourbox Montessori School are currently recruiting for an outstanding Chef to cater for the children within our setting. This role is a part-time position, over 3 days, 16.5 hours per week (9am to 3pm) and with the opportunity for professional development and additional training. Benefits: Uniform/ equipment provided. Social events provided by the nursery. In-house training and development. Company pension. Requirements of the role: Experience delivering quality home cooked dishes on a large scale. Experience in catering for specific dietry requirements. An enhanced DBS check (we will apply for this). Knowledge and experience of Safeguarding and Food Hygiene preferred. Previous experience in similar environment. If you’re striving to be part of an outstanding team, we look forward to receiving your application.

Candidate must have Excellent computer skills, good telephone manners and writing skills. Office is on a private school premises. Must be creative and have a flair for Fashion. Part time hours are available.

Play Aloud Wheatcroft and Play Aloud Cowpwe, are based in Hertford. Due to numbers increasing we are looking for a new member of the team to work in our Afterschool Club and Holiday Club.  Monday to Friday  7.20-9.00 and 2.50-5.30 and holiday hours to be discussed .  Children aged 3 years to 11 years old  Benefits Uniform

Play Aloud St Andrews, is based in Hitchin. Due to numbers increasing we are looking for a new member of the team to work in our Afterschool Club and Holiday Club.  Monday to Friday  2.50-5.30 and holiday hours to be discussed .  Children aged 2 years to 11 years old  Benefits Parking  Uniform  Long service poilcy 

Housekeeper / Kitchen Assistant Colliers Wood, SW19 | £33,696 | Full-Time | Daytime Hours Join a supportive, family-run nursery where your work has a real impact on children’s wellbeing. Location: Colliers Wood, SW19 Salary Up to £13.00 per hour Job Type Full-time, Permanent Candidates must be able to work at least 20 hours, 5 days per week (4, 5 or 6 hour shifts available) Candidates should have/ be willing to complete, a paediatric first aid certificate, and Level 2 Food hygiene. About Funky Owls Funky Owls Nursery is an independent, family-run setting focused on creating a positive, supportive environment for both children and staff. We understand how important nutrition is in early childhood — and our kitchen plays a key role in delivering high-quality care every day. The Role As our Nursery Chef, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen in our...

We are seeking an apprentice to join the team and alongside working at the setting will complete thier Level 3 in Early Years Education.  Salary dependant on age and qualifications  Hours Monday to Thursday 7.20- 9.00 and  2.50-5.30 term time and holiday hours to be discussed 

Are you aged 16-18 and looking to start a Career in Childcare? Shoots Training are offering a FREE Level 1 Childcare course. This course is based at  Holland Park Pre-Prep & Nursery, Greater London.  However, we do offer Level 1 Childcare course in many other Nurseries across Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Hampshire, Somerset, West Sussex and many more. If you are looking for another location, please apply and we can discuss the options available. ABOUT THE NURSERY Located in the heart of Kensington, Holland Park Pre-Prep and Nursery (HPPN) offers a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive. We embrace innovative teaching methods that spark curiosity and foster a lifelong love of learning through discovery and exploration. Our dedicated team ensures every child develops confidence, creativity, and essential early skills in a supportive and engaging setting. With a strong focus on early childhood education, HPPN...

✨ 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

--- Family run! ·· Supportive Management and team! ·· CPD opportunities and Salary Reviews! ·· Lots of training opportunities! ·· Staff Member of the term £200 voucher opportunity! ·· Staff Discount Team ·· Room of the term £25 voucher! ··Wellbeing Support --- The vision of Kinderland Day Nursery is to provide an environment where children are happy, stimulated, safe and healthy. We have a lovely building and fantastic resources but truly believe that our staff are the best resource and make the biggest difference in our children's lives! We are looking for a fun, kind and caring Early Years Assistant/Preschool Lunch Cover who has a real passion for the children to join our lovely, well-established private day nursery. If that's you we would love to hear from you! We are based in South Croydon, Greater London and are a family run Nursery that has been open since 1995. As an Early Years Assistant/Preschool Lunch Cover your main duties and responsibilities will...

--- Family run! ·· Supportive Management and team! ·· CPD opportunities and Salary Reviews! ·· Lots of training opportunities! ·· Staff Member of the term £200 voucher opportunity! ·· Staff Discount Team ·· Room of the term £25 voucher! ··Wellbeing Support --- The vision of Kinderland Day Nursery is to provide an environment where children are happy, stimulated, safe and healthy. We have a lovely building and fantastic resources but truly believe that our staff are the best resource and make the biggest difference in our children's lives! We are looking for a fun, kind and caring Early Years Assistant/Preschool Lunch Cover who has a real passion for the children to join our lovely, well-established private day nursery. If that's you we would love to hear from you! We are based in South Croydon, Greater London and are a family run Nursery that has been open since 1995. As an Early Years Assistant/Preschool Lunch Cover your main duties and responsibilities will...

We have exciting part-time and full-time opportunities at Apple Tree. We are a family run establishment where children come first. We pride ourselves in providing children with a 'home from home' experience. Working at Apple Tree offers: Competitive salaries Full-time   and   Part-time   flexibility Small class sizes Ongoing training opportunities (Apprenticeships, EYITTs, SENDCo courses) Senior Management development opportunities Childcare discounts Qualifications Required:   Full and Relevant Level 2/3 The ideal candidate will be responsible for: Effective teaching and learning for children from 0-5 years Safeguarding children and ensuring their individual needs are met Maintaining a safe, secure, caring and stimulating learning environment. Keeping accurate records of children’s progress and effectively working in partnership with parents and colleagues. Contact our friendly office team, we look forward to hearing from you soon....

Kitchen Assistant Acorn Early Years – Sharnbrook Nursery  🕙 Hours: 12:00-17:00- 25 per week Acorn Early Years is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our welcoming team at Sharnbrook Nursery . This is a vital role supporting the preparation of nutritious, age‑appropriate meals and maintaining a clean, safe and positive kitchen environment for our children. 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...

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 full and valid food hygiene certificate, 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. To be successful in your application, you will need: A suitable food hygiene qualification Excellent understanding of the English language, spoken and written A good understanding of allergy/dietary practices Experience of working in a kitchen and preparing food to good standard and on time Cleared DBS check Good communication skills with both adult and children Be committed to reflective practice and self-development Our safe and secure...

Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant 20 hours per week | Monday–Friday, 11:00–15:00 About Acorn Early Years – Stony Stratford Situated on the site of Elizabeth House, in Vicarage Road, Stony Stratford. Our nursery provides high quality, affordable childcare and early years education for the local community, in a building which has been completely refurbished and extended, with two spacious play areas indoors, with direct access to three outdoor play areas. We offer full and part-time care for up to 40 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.  Acorn places a strong emphasis on outdoor play and learning, and the children will have the opportunity to 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...

Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant 20 hours per week | Monday–Friday, 11:00–15:00 About Acorn Early Years – Mulberry Bear - OU 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. The Acorns and Squirrels room caters for children aged four months to two years old. The Acorn room has 12 spaces and the Squirrels room has 16 spaces. It has a bright main play room, which offers a range of sensory play with a range of resources to support children’s physical, emotional and language development. There is a sleep area and nappy changing/toilet facilities, and children have access to a safe, enclosed garden. Our Oaks room caters for children aged three and four, and has 24 spaces, and is a bright room with a wide range of open-ended and first-hand experiences. All the nursery meals are freshly prepared...

Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant 20 hours per week | Monday–Friday, 11:00–15:00 About Acorn Early Years – Deanshanger  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. About the Role As a Lunchtime Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting children during the middle of their day, helping to...

Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant  20 hours per week | Monday–Friday, 11:00–15:00 📍 Cold Harbour Nursery (Acorn), Bletchley We are looking for a Qualified (Level 2 and above)  Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant to join our friendly team at Cold Harbour Nursery (Acorn) , supporting children during a key part of their day in a caring and nurturing environment. About Cold Harbour Nursery (Acorn) Cold Harbour Nursery is located in Bletchley and is adjoined to an outdoor learning centre , building on our strong Forest School provision and reputation for Forest School training. One of our key priorities is outdoor play and learning . At Cold Harbour, children have access to the outdoor environment all day, every day , supporting confidence, curiosity and wellbeing through nature-based experiences. The nursery offers full and part-time care for up to 54 children , aged four months to four years , and is open Monday to Friday, 7.30am–6.15pm, all year round ....

We are looking for an anthusiastic Tea Time Assistant for our Cold Harbour Nursery - Bletchley 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 parents are welcomed and valued. They believe it is important to create a home from home experience where children feel happy, safe and secure, and as a result, thrive within our nursery. Our Nature Kindergarten hosts outdoor playschemes, bushcraft and...

Are you aged 16-18 and looking to start a Career in Childcare? Shoots Training are offering a FREE Level 1 Childcare course. This course is based at Maidenbower Pre-School Playgroup ,  Maidenbower Community Centre, Crawley.  however we do offer Level 1 Childcare course in many other Nurseries across Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Hampshire, Somerset, West Sussex and many more. If you are looking for another location, please apply and we can discuss the options available. ABOUT THE NURSERY The playgroup is a registered charity. It is managed by a committee of volunteer parents and carers. It consists of a Chairperson, a Secretary, a Treasurer and other trustees all of whom are elected by the parents. The committee members are elected at the Annual General Meeting held in the autumn term each year. We provide a broad range of challenging and stimulating play activities that promote children's overall development. Within the group all children are supported in...