91 jobs found in Colchester

Nursery: Chestnut House Kindergarten, 45 Mill Road, Colchester Salary:  £30,000 per annum based on a 40 hour week Hours: 40 hours, Monday to Friday Chestnut House Kindergarten are seeking a Deputy Manager to join them on a permanent basis, Chestnut House is a well established nursery within the community with a glowing reputation and long standing team members ranging up to 20 years service, offering exceptional staff progression and development opportunities suited to you as an individual, wellbeing support and a culture of togetherness. If you're passionate about early years education and eager to make a difference, come and be part of something. We are a 65 place setting made up of 8 cosy welcoming rooms across the 0-5 year old age group. Why Join Us? Annual Leave:  Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays  Employee discount / Childcare:  75% off nursery fees for our team member’s Health...

Nursery: Chestnut House Kindergarten, 45 Mill Road, Colchester Salary:  £27,995 Hours: Full time 40 hours per week or Part Time Tuesday to Friday- 36 hours Chestnut House Kindergarten, a cherished and tight-knit nursery, is looking for a Level 3 Qualified Practitioner to join our wonderful team in a Room Leader role! Chestnut House is a well-established nursery within the community with a glowing reputation and long standing team members ranging up to 20 years’ service, offering exceptional staff progression and development opportunities suited to you as an individual, wellbeing support and a culture of togetherness. The nursery is a 65 place setting made up of 8 cosy welcoming rooms across the 0-5 year old age group. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: £750 Welcome Bonus: A warm start to your journey with us* £400 Qualification Bonus: For all Level 3...

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators!   We're looking for dedicated, energetic Early Years Educators holding a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education. Whether you're balancing studies, managing childcare, or re-entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support, and growth. Why Choose Family First Flex? Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK's leading childcare provider by placing families - children, parents, and colleagues - at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child-centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive. What You’ll Love About Us: Flexibility: Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your lifestyle. Simplicity:...

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators!   We're looking for dedicated, energetic Early Years Educators holding a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education. Whether you're balancing studies, managing childcare, or re-entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support, and growth.  Why Choose Family First Flex?  Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK's leading childcare provider by placing families - children, parents, and colleagues - at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child-centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive.  What You’ll Love About Us:  Flexibility: Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your lifestyle....

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators!   We're looking for dedicated, energetic Early Years Educators holding a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education. Whether you're balancing studies, managing childcare, or re-entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support, and growth. Why Choose Family First Flex? Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK's leading childcare provider by placing families - children, parents, and colleagues - at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child-centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive. What You’ll Love About Us: Flexibility: Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your lifestyle. Simplicity:...

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators!   We're looking for dedicated, energetic Early Years Educators holding a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education. Whether you're balancing studies, managing childcare, or re-entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support, and growth. Why Choose Family First Flex? Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK's leading childcare provider by placing families - children, parents, and colleagues - at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child-centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive. What You’ll Love About Us: Flexibility: Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your lifestyle. Simplicity:...

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators!   We're looking for dedicated, energetic Early Years Educators holding a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education. Whether you're balancing studies, managing childcare, or re-entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support, and growth. Why Choose Family First Flex? Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK's leading childcare provider by placing families - children, parents, and colleagues - at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child-centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive. What You’ll Love About Us: Flexibility: Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your lifestyle. Simplicity:...

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators!   Join the Family First Flex Team and make a real difference every day! We're looking for passionate, energetic individuals who want to create safe, stimulating environments in our nurseries. Whether you're juggling studies, managing childcare, or re-entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support, and growth. Why Choose Family First Flex? Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK's leading childcare provider by placing families - children, parents, and colleagues - at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child-centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive. What You’ll Love About Us: Flexibility: Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your...

Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon Room Leader |  Full Time  | 40 hours per week Salary: £27,580 per annum Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we’d love to meet you! At Just Imagine Day Nursery we're on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic Room Leader to join our team working in the baby room.  If you are looking for a workplace with a family feel, somewhere your inner child is encouraged and imagination is utilised, where you’re as important as an individual as you are a team player, we want to welcome you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays  Employee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team member’s Company Pension...

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators!   Join the Family First Flex Team and make a real difference every day! We're looking for passionate, energetic individuals who want to create safe, stimulating environments in our nurseries. Whether you're juggling studies, managing childcare, or re-entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support, and growth. Why Choose Family First Flex? Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK's leading childcare provider by placing families - children, parents, and colleagues - at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child-centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive. What You’ll Love About Us: Flexibility: Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your...

Just Imagine Wickford Station Avenue Nursery Practitioner - Level 3 – Full-Time- 40 hours per week Salary: £27,060 per annum/ £13.01 per hour We value the dedication and expertise of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our appreciation for their (and hopefully your) hard work and commitment, we’re excited to offer a  £400 Qualification Recognition bonus  to all our Level 3 Practitioners across all our Nurseries. Our nursery is open from 7.00am-7.00pm - Monday to Friday, 51 weeks of the year and your shift pattern would be between these times. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays  Employee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team member’s Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available and mental health first aid...

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators!   We're looking for dedicated, energetic Early Years Educators holding a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education. Whether you're balancing studies, managing childcare, or re-entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support, and growth. Why Choose Family First Flex? Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK's leading childcare provider by placing families - children, parents, and colleagues - at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child-centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive. What You’ll Love About Us: Flexibility: Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your lifestyle. Simplicity:...

Colourbox Montessori School are currently recruiting for outdoor teachers and practitioners with a Full and Relevant Level 2 or 3+ Childcare qualification to join our stunning Forest School site in Bury St Edmunds.  This role is a full-time or part-time position with the opportunity for continuous professional development and additional training and promotion, 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 Forest School Training, or are wishing to undertake a Forest School qualification as well. 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...

Join Our Outstanding Team at Colourbox Montessori School! Are you passionate about helping children thrive, explore, and grow? Colourbox Montessori School is looking for enthusiastic  Level 2 or Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioners  to join our vibrant nursery. 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? Genuine opportunities for growth, training, and promotion....

Join Our Outstanding Team at Cherry Trees @ Colourbox Montessori School in Risby, Bury St Edmunds ! Are you passionate about helping children thrive, explore, and grow? Cherry Trees @ Colourbox Montessori School are looking for enthusiastic  Level 2 or Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioners  to join our vibrant nursery. 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? Genuine...

Nursery: Just Imagine, Vange- SS16 4JX Role: Third in Charge Full Time 40 hours per week Salary Range £28,000 At Just Imagine Day Nursery-Vange offers the highest quality childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Always putting our families first, the safety and wellbeing of all our children, staff and parents is our number one priority. At Just Imagine our goal is to encourage independence across all areas of learning and development, and we instil our ethos of ‘Nurture, Care, Inspire’ in all our settings. The nursery is located on Kent View Road and conveniently situated near the A13 and ideally based within the local community. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: £400 Qualification Bonus: For all Level 3 Practitioners, paid after just 6 months!* Generous Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off – paid!...

Are you passionate about shaping young minds and making a positive impact in children's lives every day? Do you have a natural flair for creativity, compassion, and a love for learning? This Early Years Setting is on the lookout for an enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join our dynamic and supportive team! They are more than just a nursery. They have built a nurturing community where every child is encouraged to grow, explore, and develop in a warm, stimulating, and safe environment. Our team is dedicated to providing the best start in life for every child, and we believe that every day is an opportunity to make a difference! As a Nursery Practitioner, you will: Plan and deliver fun, engaging, and educational activities Support each child’s individual needs and development journey Build strong relationships with children, parents, and the wider team Encourage a love of learning through play-based experiences Ensure a safe, caring, and inclusive environment...

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...

Join Our Outstanding Team at Colourbox Montessori School! Are you passionate about helping children thrive, explore, and grow? Colourbox Montessori School is looking for enthusiastic  Level 2 or Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioners  to join our vibrant nursery, or a Nursery Apprentice looking to gain a full and relevant qualification. 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?...

At  Colourbox Montessori and Forest School in Newmarket , we’re proud to have a  dedicated, fully functional Forest School site  graded Ofsted Outstanding in August 2025, where children and teachers can immerse themselves in the wonder of nature every single day. We are currently recruiting for enthusiastic and qualified Forest School Leaders   to join our team. This is your chance to inspire awe, spark curiosity, and nurture children’s learning in a unique environment where the classroom has no walls. Why this role is special Bring the outdoors to life : Plan, lead, and deliver engaging Forest School sessions that reflect both Montessori values and the principles of outdoor learning. Shape magical experiences : Create opportunities for children to explore, discover, and grow in a safe, supportive, and adventure-filled space. Grow with us : Access ongoing Montessori, Forest School, and CPD training, with clear progression and promotion opportunities....