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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...
Nursery Name:
Beach Babies Nursery
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Colourbox Montessori School Ltd
21 Apr, 2026
Full time
Nursery Deputy Room Leader
£13.15 hourly
Colourbox Montessori School Ltd Newmarket CB8, UK
Deputy Room Leader – Baby Room Colourbox Montessori School – Newmarket At Colourbox Montessori School, we know that the  very beginning matters most. Our Baby Room is a place of  calm, connection, and care,  where every interaction shapes a child’s sense of trust, security, and belonging. We are looking for a  Level 3 Qualified Deputy Room Leader  to support the leadership of our Baby Room at Newmarket. Someone who is not only nurturing and attentive, but  confident, organised, and ready to lead by example. The Role As Deputy Room Leader, you will play a key role in ensuring the  highest standards of care and practice  for our youngest children. You will: Support the Room Leader in the  day-to-day running  of the Baby Room Take shared responsibility for  planning, routines, and environment set-up Lead by example in delivering  responsive, attentive care  to babies Build strong, trusting relationships with  families , offering...
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Newmarket Colourbox Montessori School
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Colourbox Montessori School Ltd
21 Apr, 2026
Full time
Nursery Practitioner
£13.00 hourly
Colourbox Montessori School Ltd Red Lodge, UK
Level 3 Nursery Practitioner Colourbox Montessori School – Red Lodge At Colourbox Montessori School, we don’t just offer childcare… we create environments where children  become who they are meant to be. We are looking for a  Level 3 Qualified Practitioner  to join our  Red Lodge team...  someone who brings energy, curiosity, and a genuine passion for early childhood education. This is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to be part of a setting where  Montessori meets Forest School , where learning flows between indoors and outdoors, and where  every day is intentional, calm, and full of discovery. The Role You’ll be at the heart of the children’s experience: guiding, observing, and supporting their development through purposeful play and carefully prepared environments. You will: Take ownership of a  key group , deeply understanding each child’s development and next steps Create and maintain a  beautiful, engaging environment  that invites...
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Colourbox Red Lodge and Colourbox@St Christopher's
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
N Family Club
21 Apr, 2026
Casual
Flexi Educator
£14.38 - £18.29 hourly
N Family Club Thorley, Bishop's Stortford CM23 4AT, UK
PLEASE APPLY HERE: https://nfamilyclub.pinpointhq.com/postings/aa32eecf-3f36-4aef-8f83-4b2fb9c010e1 We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider.       At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it!   As a Flexi Educator at N Family Club, you’ll spark creativity, curiosity, and growth – guiding every child to dream big, think independently, and explore the world with confidence. You’ll bring flexibility and energy to your work, helping the nursery cover varied shift patterns to provide the best education to children in all age groups. Every day will bring something new, and your dedication will help us become the most loved early years education group in the UK.   Your key...
Nursery Name:
N Family Club
Bank
Play Aloud Ltd
22 Apr, 2026
Part time
Early Years Educator
Play Aloud Ltd Hitchin, UK
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 
Nursery Name:
Play Aloud St Andrew's
Childbase Partnership
08 Apr, 2026
Full time
Nursery Cook / Chef
£12.99 - £16.00 hourly
Childbase Partnership Hitchin, UK
Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Nursery Cook | Catering for up to 85 children aged 6 weeks-5 years old. Location:  Highbury Lodge Day Nursery | Hitchin | SG4 9RW. Contract:  Fixed-term for 12 months | 37.5 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Varied shifts Monday-Friday between 07:30-18:30. Salary:  £25,330.50-£31,200 per annum (pro-rata) | £12.99-£16.00 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...
Nursery Name:
Highbury Lodge
Catering
Play Aloud Ltd
22 Apr, 2026
Part time
Early Years Educator
£12.71 hourly
Play Aloud Ltd Pirton, Hitchin SG5, UK
Play Aloud Pirton, is based near Hitchin. Due to numbers increasing we are looking for a new qualified member of staff to join our team.  We require a qualified member of staff . Monday, Tuesday Wednesday Thursday  2.50-5.30 and Friday 2.50-6.00 and holiday hours to be discussed .    Benefits Training  Uniform  
Nursery Name:
Play Aloud Pirton
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Play Aloud Ltd
22 Apr, 2026
Part time
Apprentice Level 3
£8.00 hourly
Play Aloud Ltd Pirton, Hitchin SG5, UK
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 
Nursery Name:
Play Aloud Pirton
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
Play Aloud Ltd
22 Apr, 2026
Part time
Early Years Educator
Play Aloud Ltd Hertford, UK
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
Nursery Name:
Play Aloud Wheatcroft
Caring Kindergartens Ltd
28 Apr, 2026
Full time
Nursery Assistant
£26,436 - £27,060 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 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 Peterborough
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Caring Kindergartens Ltd
23 Apr, 2026
Casual
Casual Nursery Assistant
£12.71 - £12.91 hourly
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 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 Peterborough
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Caring Kindergartens Ltd
23 Apr, 2026
Full time
Nursery Deputy Manager
£28,516 - £29,556 yearly
Caring Kindergartens Ltd Peterborough, UK
At Caring Kindergartens, children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are currently looking for a strong Deputy Nursery Manager 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. We are looking for a passionate and inspiring early years professional to support the leadership of our nursery and make a real difference in children’s early years. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on supporting teams, leading by example and helping to create inspiring learning environments where both children and staff flourish. As a key member of the leadership team, you will: ✨ Support the Nursery Manager in leading, motivating and developing a dedicated team ✨ Lead by example, creating a positive, collaborative environment where staff feel valued and inspired ✨ Assist with recruitment, inductions, staff development and supervisions ✨ Step up to lead the nursery in the...
Nursery Name:
Caring Kindergartens Peterborough
Area/Regional Manager Nursery Manager Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
Caring Kindergartens Ltd
23 Apr, 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
Caring Kindergartens Ltd
22 Apr, 2026
Full time
Senior Nursery Practitioner
£27,580 - £28,204 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 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 Peterborough
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Shoots
12 Dec, 2025
Full time
Childcare Apprenticeship - Level 3
£7.55 hourly
Shoots Luton, UK
Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – Tiny Cubs Nursery  (Term Time Only) Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Tiny Cubs Nursery, Luton. Tiny Cubs Nursery are a friendly day care Nursery based in Luton, providing excellent childcare with great facilities.  Tiny Cubs Nursery is an OFSTED registered childcare provider since January 2020. We are located in Farley Hill, North Drift Way, Luton LU15JG and offer high quality childcare and learning for local children. We have created a safe and stimulating environment to ensure children of all faiths can access early education and have an amazing time learning through play. We offer sessional care and learning for 39 weeks a year from 8:30am to 3:30pm. We offer FREE 15-hours for funded 2-year olds and FREE 15-hours for all 3 to 4-year olds in Luton and FREE 30-hours. All our staff are fully qualified and have many years’...
Nursery Name:
Shoots Sales
Apprentice
Early Years Agency
29 Jul, 2025
Full time
Nursery Practitioner
£29,120 yearly
Early Years Agency Step Start Nurseries Fyfield, Fyfield Road, Shelley, Ongar, UK
We are recruiting on behalf of out client who are looking to build their nursery team in Fyfield, Ongar. They are on the search for someone who has a strong background in early childhood education and a genuine love for working with young children. This is an opportunity you wouldn't want to miss as you would be able to help shape a new setting from the ground up and provide an outstanding early years experience for the children in the local community. As a Room Leader , you will create a nurturing and stimulating environment that will enhance the social, emotional, and cognitive development of children under two years. You will play a crucial role in shaping their early learning experiences while promoting a love for learning. What Would Be Your Responsibilities Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that cater to the diverse needs of children. Oversee the day-to-day running of the under two's room, ensuring a safe, stimulating and caring environment for the...
Nursery Name:
Step Start Nurseries
Room Leader/Team Leader
WMC Training
10 Feb, 2026
Full time
Nursery Apprentice
£7.55 hourly
WMC Training Armistice Ave, Chelmsford CM1 6DT
Do you have a genuine passion for leading and nurturing young learners, coupled with a desire to enhance your skills for the benefit of children in yur care. WMC Training is seeking a dedicated Nursery Apprentice  to join the professional, rewarding, and supportive team at a nurseries based in Beaulieu ( CM1 6DT). This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery, maintaining the delivery of high standards of care and education to all children and developing strong partnerships with parents. The ideal candidate will bring previous experience working with children ,a genuine interest in developing the talent of younger generations, and a strong desire to make a difference in children's lives. You will be a collaborative team member, equally capable of taking initiative, and adept at planning enriching activities and with a strong sense of self motivation to learn. The nursery offers part time and full time...
Nursery Name:
WMC Training
Acorn Early Years Foundation
13 Apr, 2026
Full time
Chef
£13.50 - £15.50 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. THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION COVERING MATERNITY LEAVE. 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...
Nursery Name:
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
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