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Acorn Early Years Foundation
15 Jan, 2026
Full time
Lead Practitioner
£28,080 - £29,120 yearly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Milton Keynes, UK
If you are offered a EYP role, you will receive a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. We are looking for a Lead practitioner at our Mulberry Bear Nursery within the Open University 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. This is a full time position 40 hours per week.   The Early Years Lead Practitioner role is a steppingstone into more senior positions and will allow for leadership skills to be developed through direct and ongoing support from senior staff. Excellent leaderships skills are crucial for senior positions and the Early Years Lead Practitioner role will help develop these essential competencies. The Early Years Lead Practitioner is a role suited to those with a good amount of practical experience within an early years...
Nursery Name:
Acorn at Mulberry Bear
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Acorn Early Years Foundation
26 Nov, 2025
Full time
Lead Practitioner
£28,080 - £29,120 yearly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Milton Keynes, UK
If you are offered a EYP role, you will receive a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. We are looking for a Lead practitioner at 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. 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 40 hours per week.   The Early Years Lead Practitioner role is a steppingstone into more senior positions and will allow for leadership skills to be developed through direct and ongoing support from senior staff. Excellent leaderships skills are crucial for senior positions and the Early...
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Acorn at Wolverton Mill
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Acorn Early Years Foundation
25 Nov, 2025
Full time
Lead Practitioner
£28,080 - £29,120 yearly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Milton Keynes, UK
If you are offered a EYP role, you will receive a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. We are looking for an experienced Lead Practitioner to join our nursery in Westcroft. This is a full time position 40 hours per week. 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...
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Acorn at Westcroft
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
Shoots
13 Nov, 2025
Full time
Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship - Level 5
£17.00 - £18.00 hourly
Shoots Amersham, UK
Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship / Manager – Stepping stones Nursery School Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Stepping Stones Nursery School. Growing in Nature at Stepping Stones. At Stepping Stones Nursery in Amersham, every day is an adventure in learning. Surrounded by beautiful outdoor space, children have endless opportunities to run, play and connect with nature, building confidence, independence and a love of discovery. Inside, our bright and welcoming rooms are thoughtfully arranged to inspire imagination, encourage communication and develop essential early skills. From role play corners to sensory exploration areas, each space is designed to spark curiosity and creativity. Our dedicated team, many with over a decade of childcare experience, provides nurturing high quality care tailored to each child’s needs....
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Shoots Sales
Apprentice
Shoots
11 Nov, 2025
Full time
Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship - Level 5
£15.09 hourly
Shoots Oxford, UK
Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship – Horspath Nursery, Oxford Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Horspath Nursery, Oxford. Horspath Pre-School Nursery, which serves Horspath, Garsington, Cuddesdon, Cowley and Wheatley, is nestled in the grounds of Horspath Primary School. We have our own separate and well-equipped outside play area and nature reserve. With access to many of the school’s facilities, we offer children between the ages of 2 and 5 years an enjoyable and well-rounded environment for play and learning. At Horspath Nursery we feel that Children’s early years are the most important years of their lives.  We strive to provide high quality childcare and education for all children’s individual needs.  We provide this by being positive, respectful, relaxed with the nursery having a homely, welcoming feel.  We...
Nursery Name:
Shoots Sales
Apprentice
Shoots
13 Nov, 2025
Full time
Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship - Level 5
£14.04 hourly
Shoots London Borough of Hounslow, UK
Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship – Room Leader at  Lullabies Day Nursery   Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Lullabies Day Nursery, Cranford, Borough of Hounslow. We are a Development Matters-based nursery. We care for children from 3 months to 5 years old and provide a range of age-appropriate resources and activities to encourage their development right up until they are ready to join school. We care for children from 3 months to 5 years old, providing a range of age-appropriate activities and resources to encourage their development right up until they are ready to embark on their next educational adventure. Our Philosophy Our philosophy is based on learning and creativity. By blending indoor and outdoor classrooms and environments in a home-away-from-home environment, we are able to create a space...
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Shoots Sales
Apprentice
Shoots
13 Nov, 2025
Full time
Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship - Level 5
£13.09 hourly
Shoots London Borough of Hounslow, UK
Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship –  Lullabies Day Nursery   Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Lullabies Day Nursery, Cranford, Borough of Hounslow. We are a Development Matters-based nursery. We care for children from 3 months to 5 years old and provide a range of age-appropriate resources and activities to encourage their development right up until they are ready to join school. We care for children from 3 months to 5 years old, providing a range of age-appropriate activities and resources to encourage their development right up until they are ready to embark on their next educational adventure. Our Philosophy Our philosophy is based on learning and creativity. By blending indoor and outdoor classrooms and environments in a home-away-from-home environment, we are able to create a space where children...
Nursery Name:
Shoots Sales
Apprentice
Shoots
27 Feb, 2026
Full time
Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship - Level 5
£14.50 hourly
Shoots Wokingham, UK
Level 5   Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship  – Toad Hall Nursery Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner  at Toad Hall Nursery, Wokingham . Welcome to Toad Hall Nursery, Wokingham We are a unique, privately owned children’s day nursery and holiday club, first opened in January 1995. Originally established as a sole trader, we became a limited company in 2007 and continue to operate as a family-run business, now alongside the owner’s three children. Toad Hall Nursery is set in two acres of beautiful farmland, we provide children with a safe, natural, and stimulating environment where they can thrive through play and exploration. Our aim is simple: to deliver high-quality childcare and early years learning experiences, while retaining the warm, personal service and friendly atmosphere that makes us unique. At Toad Hall...
Nursery Name:
Shoots Sales
Apprentice
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;...
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Caring Kindergartens Milton Keynes
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse 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
26 Feb, 2026
Full time
Deputy Manager
£32,448 - £37,440 yearly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Milton Keynes, UK
If you are offered a Deputy Manager role, you will received a £1000 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. We are looking for an exceptional Deputy Manager to join our management team at our Deanshanger Nursery.  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....
Nursery Name:
Acorn Day Nursery Deanshanger
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
Acorn Early Years Foundation
17 Feb, 2026
Full time
Deputy Manager
£32,448 - £37,440 yearly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Milton Keynes, UK
If you are offered a Deputy Manager role, you will received a £1000 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. We are looking for an exceptional Deputy Manager to join our management team at our Hedgerows Nursery in Milton Keynes. This is a permanent position, initially covering maternity leave. Further discussions regarding vacancies will take place at the end of the maternity leave.  This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Practitioner who is ready to take the next step in their career and play a key role in leading a high-quality, child-centred provision. As Deputy Manager, you will work closely with the Nursery Manager to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery, role-modelling excellent practice and supporting the team to deliver outstanding care and education. You will take a lead on operational standards, staff development, safeguarding, and creating a warm, inclusive environment where children...
Nursery Name:
Acorn at Hedgerows
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
Fountain Montessori Ltd
29 Aug, 2024
Full time
Early Years Practitioner
£25,000 - £30,000 yearly
Fountain Montessori Ltd St Albans, UK
Job Role   To work as a key person and as part of the pre-school team under the direction of the room leader and manager. To provide safe, high quality education and care for young children which meets the individual needs of children attending the setting. Hours: 40hrs per week Level 3 Salary range: £25,000 - £30,000   Duties   To assist with the planning of the curriculum using the Montessori & Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for guidance. To help to set up the playroom(s) for the daily programme and to help tidy away at the end of the session. To act as a key person to a small group of children, liaising closely and building an effective relationship with parents/carers and ensuring each child's needs are recognised and met. Work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members. To advise the Pre-school Manager of any concerns e.g. over children, parents or the safety of...
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Fountain Montessori - St Albans
Fountain Montessori Ltd
29 Aug, 2024
Full time
Early Years Practitioner
£25,000 - £30,000 yearly
Fountain Montessori Ltd Edgware, UK
Job Role  To work as a key person and as part of the pre-school team under the direction of the room leader and manager. To provide safe, high quality education and care for young children which meets the individual needs of children attending the setting. Hours: 40hrs per week Level 3 Salary range: £25,000 - £30,000 Duties To assist with the planning of the curriculum using the Montessori & Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for guidance. To help to set up the playroom(s) for the daily programme and to help tidy away at the end of the session. To act as a key person to a small group of children, liaising closely and building an effective relationship with parents/carers and ensuring each child's needs are recognised and met. Work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members. To advise the Pre-school Manager of any concerns e.g. over children, parents or the safety of equipment,...
Nursery Name:
Fountain Montessori - Edgware
Fountain Montessori Ltd
29 Aug, 2024
Full time
Early Years Practitioner
£25,000 - £30,000 yearly
Fountain Montessori Ltd Colindale, Edgware, London NW9, UK
Job Role To work as a key person and as part of the pre-school team under the direction of the room leader and manager. To provide safe, high quality education and care for young children which meets the individual needs of children attending the setting. Duties To assist with the planning of the curriculum using the Montessori & Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for guidance. To help to set up the playroom(s) for the daily programme and to help tidy away at the end of the session. To act as a key person to a small group of children, liaising closely and building an effective relationship with parents/carers and ensuring each child’s needs are recognised and met. Work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members. To advise the Pre-school Manager of any concerns e.g. over children, parents or the safety of equipment, preserving confidentiality as necessary. To teach children, offering an appropriate level of support and...
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Fountain Montessori - Colindale
Fountain Montessori Ltd
29 Aug, 2024
Full time
Early Years Practitioner
£25,000 - £30,000 yearly
Fountain Montessori Ltd Colindale, Edgware, London NW9, UK
Job Role    To work as a key person and as part of the pre-school team under the direction of the room leader and manager. To provide safe, high quality education and care for young children which meets the individual needs of children attending the setting. Hours: 40hrs per week Level 3 Salary range: £25,000 - £30,000   Duties   To assist with the planning of the curriculum using the Montessori & Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for guidance. To help to set up the playroom(s) for the daily programme and to help tidy away at the end of the session. To act as a key person to a small group of children, liaising closely and building an effective relationship with parents/carers and ensuring each child's needs are recognised and met. Work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members. To advise the Pre-school Manager of any concerns e.g. over children, parents or the safety...
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Fountain Montessori - Colindale Nido
Ethos Education
19 Dec, 2025
Full time
Early Years Educator
£24,000 - £30,000 yearly
Ethos Education Enfield, UK
Qualified Early Years Educator role - Available in Enfield       A rewarding Qualified Early Years Educator position is now available at a welcoming and vibrant nursery in North London.       Located in the heart of Enfield, this nursery has plenty of transport links, as well as parking available. This is a great nursery which offers many incentives and benefits, including performance bonuses paid throughout the year, and as an Early Years Educator you would be supported by a management team who really value every single member of staff.        A relevant Level 3 (or higher) qualification in Early Years or Childcare is essential for this role and prior experience working in a nursery or with children under 5 is important for the suitable Early Years Educator.           Working full-time (Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm) as a Qualified Early Years Educator, you will:           Use the Early Years Framework and EYFS curriculum to assist with early reading and early maths skills...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Caring Kindergartens Ltd
13 Mar, 2026
Full time
Senior Nursery Practitioner
£27,580 - £28,204 yearly
Caring Kindergartens Ltd Stratford-upon-Avon CV37, 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 Stratford upon Avon
Room Leader/Team Leader Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Ethos Education
10 Nov, 2025
Full time
Early Years Practitioner
£25,000 - £30,000 yearly
Ethos Education Crouch End, London, UK
Early Years job opportunity in North London     We are looking for a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join the team at this welcoming and diverse nursery in Crouch End, with an ASAP start!    If you're looking to further your early years career, this is a great place to work - with further training funded by the nursery, and plenty of opportunities for career progression (to roles such as Room Lead), as an Early Years Practitioner you will grow and learn every day.    This nursery also offers excellent benefits, which include:  Bonuses paid throughout the year  Great holiday scheme, with an extra day added for each year of service  Supportive management  Focus on staff wellbeing  Career development  Team building and social events  Cycle to work scheme and free parking  Regular pay rises and a competitive salary  Free lunches  Discounted childcare Good knowledge of EYFS and the Early Years Framework is important as you will be following this when...
Nursery Name:
Ethos Education
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
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