30 nursery team leader jobs found

Kitchen Assistant Acorn Early Years – Burton Latimer Nursery  🕙 Hours:  Monday - Friday 12:00-18:00 30 hours per week Acorn Early Years is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our welcoming team at  Burton Latimer  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. Our nursery in Burton Latimer is the largest within the Acorn group. We provide full and part-time care for up to 92 children aged from four months to four years. Our opening hours are from 7.15 am to 6.15 pm, Monday to Friday, throughout the year. The nursery is situated on a half-acre site next to the football club and sports field. It is purpose-built, featuring large and airy rooms with underfloor heating. Our facility includes spacious indoor areas and an extensive outdoor play space designed for both our Acorns (children under 18...

Lead one of London's most unique nurseries   At The Hive, children spend their days outdoors. Our Forest School nursery is based at Stave Hill Ecology Park, where children have the freedom to explore the woodland, meadow and open spaces, develop confidence and independence, and build a strong connection with the natural world. We’re looking for an experienced Forest School Nursery Manager to lead our small nursery team. We’re looking for someone who values child-led learning, strong relationships and giving children the time and space to follow their interests. It’s a hands-on role with plenty of variety, and a real opportunity to help shape how the nursery develops over the coming years.     About The Hive   The Hive is a Certified B Corporation and one of London's leading Forest School organisations. Since 2014, we've welcomed thousands of children through our Forest School holiday camps, workshops and outdoor learning programmes. Since...

WE'RE LOOKING FOR A DEPUTY MANAGER Join Polka Dots Nursery – where children are known, valued, and nurtured every day. Are you an early years leader looking for a role where you'll genuinely make a difference? We're recruiting a Deputy Manager to join our close-knit team at Polka Dots, starting at the end of September 2026. ABOUT US PolkaDots is a small, family-oriented day nursery for children aged 2-4 years. We're term time only, which means we're part of the rhythm of family life, not separate from it. We believe in play-based learning, individual attention and creating an environment where both children and staff feel they truly belong. We're not a chain, we're a small team of staff committed to making real, lasting connections with the children and families we care for. THE ROLE As Deputy Manager, you'll work alongside our Nursery Manager to lead a warm, nurturing team and ensure our high standards are maintained every single day....

Deputy Nursery Manager Stepping Stones of Sopley – Christchurch, Dorset 30 hours per week Term Time Only plus holiday cubs (Please note that we will require some flexibility around hours) Salary £14.50 - £15 per hour DOE Stepping Stones of Sopley are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager and to lead our dedicated team caring for children aged 9 months to 4 years. You’ll create a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment where our youngest children can develop and thrive. As Deputy Nursey Manager, you’ll plan engaging, age-appropriate activities, support your team’s practice, and build strong relationships with families to ensure every child feels safe, secure, and valued. If you’re a positive, professional leader with a genuine love for children and early learning, we’d love to hear from you!   Job Description ·         To effectively deliver the EYFS ensuring...

Purpose of the Job To work as part of the playgroup team, providing effective management and leadership to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality care and education for pre-school and pre-pre-school children. To fulfil all legal and statutory requirements and to contribute to and implement the playgroup’s policies and procedures. The overall policies and procedures of the group are set by the Management Committee, to whom the Manager/Leader is accountable. Within this framework, the Manager/Leader is responsible for the day-to-day running of the setting, ensuring a safe, caring, and welcoming environment for all children and their families.

This role is also known as Nursery Nurse, Level 2 Practitioner, Early Years Practitioner, Level 3, Early Years Educator Please click below to view the full Job Description Nursery Practitioner - Level 2 qualified Nursery Practitioner and Level 3 apprentice Early Years Educator - qualified to Level 3 or above Please see out GDPR  information.  _________________________________________ Willow Cottage Nurseries is recruiting passionate and childcare professionals and educators to help us deliver the highest quality education and childcare. Would you like to work in a beautiful rural location with extensive outdoor facilities? We believe that our staff should feel valued and be part of a supportive team of childcare professionals. Job Roles Senior Practitioner (Deputy Room Leader) - L3+ Early Years Educator - L3+ Early Years Educator Apprentice - L3 Early Years Practitioner - L2 Location - Positions available at -...

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role: Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Lunch Cover). Location: Edwinstowe Day Nursery | Cambridge | CB2 7EB. Contract: Permanent | 20 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern: 10:00-14:00 Monday-Friday. Salary:  £13.56–£16.63 per hour. We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Within our 44-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 you accrue, tax-free.  Family childcare savings: If you have children or...

Early Years Educator *Part time - Wrap around care 7:30am - 9:30am & 3:00pm - 6:00pm * Are you a talented Early Years Educator looking to make your next career move to an 'Outstanding' nursery group? At Little Hands Daycare, we have a range of different employment opportunities to give the perfect home-life balance, and scope to enhance your knowledge and skills even further as an early years professional. Join our well-established team of early years professionals who have a wealth of experience to share. Our aim as an ambitious Company is to continually recruit early years professionals who are passionate about providing children with the very best early years experiences. Ultimately, we are looking for early years professionals who want to make a positive impact on children's learning and development, to enable all children to reach their full potential. Our nurseries have a real family-feel, and we aspire for our entire team to feel part of the Little Hands...

Lakera Early Years Nursery is seeking a reliable, hardworking and dedicated Cleaner to join our team. We provide care and education for children aged 3 months to 5 years , and maintaining a clean, hygienic and safe environment is essential to protecting children's health and wellbeing. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the nursery, ensuring that rooms, facilities and shared spaces are clean, tidy and ready for children, staff and visitors. Key Responsibilities Clean and sanitise nursery rooms, including baby rooms, toddler rooms and preschool areas. Clean floors, surfaces, furniture, doors, windows and other designated areas. Clean and disinfect toilets, bathrooms, changing areas and washbasins. Ensure frequently touched surfaces are cleaned regularly. Empty bins and dispose of waste safely and appropriately. Maintain high standards of hygiene throughout the nursery,...

Assistant Nursery Cook (Part-Time) Shooting Stars Nursery | Kings Norton, Birmingham B30 3QJ 15 hours per week | Monday to Friday | Approximately 11:00am to 2:00pm | Permanent | All Year Round Salary: Up to £12.21 per hour (National Living Wage age-dependent) Are you an experienced Kitchen Assistant or Assistant Cook looking for family-friendly daytime hours? Join our Kings Norton nursery and help prepare healthy meals that support children's growth, development and wellbeing. Shooting Stars Nurseries is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Assistant Nursery Cook to support our kitchen operations at our Kings Norton setting. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys preparing nutritious food, maintaining high hygiene standards, and contributing to a positive environment for young children. Working alongside our Nursery Cook, you'll help provide balanced meals and snacks for children aged 0-5 years while ensuring the kitchen and nursery environment remain...

To support the smooth running of the nursery by maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and organisation throughout the setting. The Nursery Housekeeper plays a vital role in ensuring a clean, safe and welcoming environment for children, families and staff, particularly during busy parts of the day when room staff are focused on ratios and care. Key Responsibilities Laundry & Washing Washing nursery laundry including bedding, cloths, towels and bibs Sorting, folding and putting away clean laundry appropriately Kitchen & Mealtime Support Rinsing pots, plates and utensils after breakfast and tea times Loading and unloading the dishwasher Cleaning and sanitising meal areas after all meals Thoroughly cleaning highchairs, tables, chairs and surrounding areas after mealtimes Preparing, heating and dishing up tea and delivering meals to rooms as required Baby Care Equipment Milton sterilising all baby bottles and drink...

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...

Nursery Cleaner & Housekeeper Shooting Stars Nurseries - Tettenhall, Wolverhampton WV3 9PE 25 hours per week | Monday-Friday | Approx. 2:00pm-7:00pm All Year Round (Closed Bank Holidays) National Minimum Wage (Age Dependent) We are looking for a reliable and expereinced Nursery Cleaner & Housekeeper to join our friendly team at Shooting Stars Tettenhall. This important role helps maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for children, families and staff. The position includes supporting the nursery kitchen with pot wash and washing up duties before carrying out cleaning and housekeeping responsibilities throughout the nursery. What You'll Be Doing Pot wash, washing up and kitchen cleaning Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the nursery Cleaning nursery rooms, offices, corridors, toilets and staff areas Laundry and general housekeeping duties Supporting infection control and health & safety...

Mama Bear’s Day Nursery is looking for a reliable and experienced Cook to join our friendly team in Speedwell. Our nursery provides a warm, welcoming environment for children aged 3 months to 4 years, and we are committed to offering nutritious, home‑cooked meals every day.   The Nursery Cook will prepare and cook fresh breakfasts, lunches and teas for babies and young children, following a set menu. Duties also include stock management, maintaining a clean kitchen, washing up and ensuring high standards of hygiene at all times.   ⭐ What We’re Looking For ⭐ • Experience cooking in a similar environment (school, nursery, care setting or catering) • Food Hygiene certificate (essential) • Knowledge of allergies, dietary requirements and cross‑contamination  • Familiarity with Safer Food Better Business (preferred)  • High standards of cleanliness and organisation   If you’re passionate about providing...

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...

Qualified Early Years Practitioner (Level 3) Shooting Stars Nursery, Worcester | WR1 3JR up to £14.10 per hour Flexible Opportunities Available We're currently recruiting for several Early Years Practitioner positions at our friendly and welcoming Worcester nursery: Nursery Nurse (Level 3) - Job Share, 30 hours per week Nursery Nurse (Level 3) - 5 afternoons per week (ideally 12:30pm to 6:00pm , with some flexibility on start time) Relief Nursery Practitioners - Flexible hours to support the nursery as required Monday to Friday 7.30am to 6pm | Open all year round Shape Young Futures Every Day Are you a qualified Early Years Practitioner looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to children's lives while enjoying flexibility that works around your lifestyle? At Shooting Stars Worcester , we're looking for caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Level 3 Early Years Practitioners to join our welcoming nursery...

We are looking for an anthusiastic Tea Time Assistant for our Shenley Churh End Nursery.  Our lovely nursery building, in the heart of the old Shenley Church End village was formerly the primary school, and retains the character of the original Victorian architecture. The rooms have been sympathetically refurbished to provide light and spacious play areas. In this supportive environment, your child will be able to learn and develop through play and creativity. We offer full and part-time care for up to 48 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.  This is a part time position, 12.5 hours a week, Monday - Friday 3.30-6pm Key responsibilities:  Supervising children  during tea time activities, ensuring their safety and well-being. Encouraging cooperation  and positive interactions among children. Monitoring children's behavior  and providing support as needed....

Job Description: This Job post is Part-time  Cuddles and Care Day Nursery Chard, is part of a growing nursery chain called S&D Childcare Limited and  is 1 of 6 nurseries within somerset. Our nursery caters for children between 3 months  and 5 years. Early Years Practitioners, are responsible for supporting the development and well-being of young children, from 3 months to 5 years old at Cuddles and Care Day Nurseries, Little Starlings  and Yeovilteenies Day Nursery. They play a crucial role in helping children meet developmental milestones through engaging, safe, and age-appropriate activities. Skills and Qualifications Level 2/3 CACHE Childcare or equivalent prefered but not essential  Experience with children in a childcare or nursery settings. Background in early childhood education Strong communication skills to interact effectively with children and parents Valid driver's license for potential driving responsibilities is...

We’re looking for a passionate and qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our friendly team at our Clifton nursery. If you’re committed to delivering exceptional early years education and high‑quality care, we’d love to hear from you. This role is a break cover role working Monday to Friday, 25 hours per week. Our vibrant nursery is ideally located on the corner of Whiteladies Road and Apsley Road and is easily accessible by car or public transport. ⭐ What we’re looking for ⭐ • A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification • Strong understanding of the EYFS • A warm, positive and child‑centred approach  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team • Passion for supporting children’s learning and development ⭐ Why Join Mama Bear’s? ⭐ We believe great people deserve great perks. When you join us, you’ll enjoy: Your birthday off Free uniform Complimentary...

We’re currently recruiting a Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly team in Totterdown, Bristol. If you’re passionate about delivering high‑quality childcare and supporting children’s early learning, we’d love to hear from you. This is a Break Cover role where you will cover in every room, we are looking for a candidate who can Monday to Friday, 25 hours per week. Our vibrant nursery is ideally located close to Bristol Temple Meads , offering excellent transport links for an easy commute. ⭐ What we’re looking for: ⭐ • A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification • Strong understanding of the EYFS • A warm, positive and child‑centred approach  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team • Passion for supporting children’s learning and development ⭐ Why Join Mama Bear’s? ⭐ We believe great people deserve great perks. When you join us, you’ll enjoy: Your birthday...