46 jobs found in Peterborough

At Caring Kindergartens, children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are currently looking for a strong 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 Nursery Leader to join our team and make a real difference in children’s early years. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on leading teams, creating inspiring learning environments and ensuring every child receives the very best start in life. As a key leader within the nursery, you will: ✨ Lead, motivate and support a dedicated team of early years professionals ✨ Create a positive, collaborative environment where staff feel valued and inspired ✨ Oversee recruitment, staff development and meaningful supervisions ✨ Ensure the nursery provides a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for all children ✨ Support high-quality curriculum...

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...

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...

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...

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...

We are looking for a Bank Nursery Assistant for our largest Nursery in Burton Latimer, 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. Role: To support a holistic approach to the curriculum To ensure basic care needs of individual children are met To ensure a high level of well-being among children To have a good understanding of Acorn’s ethos, values, policies and procedures and that they are reflected in daily practice A good working knowledge and practice of the EYFS and safeguarding procedures To assist in the smooth day to day running of your group To carry out  tasks requested   Responsibility To ensure the  interactions with children are high quality and based on individual need/stage of development To demonstrate...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Colourbox Montessori School are currently recruiting for an Outdoor Teacher  with a minimum Level 3 Childcare qualification to join our stunning Forest School team site in Newmarket. This role is a full-time or part-time position, 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 Level 3 Forest School Training in addition to their childcare qualification, or are wishing to undertake a Forest School qualification as part of their professional development. 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 and staff by compiling risk–benefit analyses...

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. 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 working for a business that cares about more than just profit....

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...

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...

Purpose of the Role A Nursery Practitioner (also called an Early Years Practitioner) is responsible for supporting the learning, development, and well‑being of children from birth to five years old. The role ensures children are cared for in a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment, while following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Key Responsibilities Child Development & Care Provide a high standard of physical, emotional, social, and intellectual care. Plan and deliver age‑appropriate activities that encourage learning through play. Observe, assess, and record children’s progress, sharing updates with parents/carers. Support children with personal care routines (feeding, toileting, hygiene). Environment & Safety Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment. Ensure all safeguarding, health, and safety policies are followed. Be aware of and respond to...

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:...

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  

Join Our Outstanding Team at Colourbox @ Cherry Trees in Risby, Bury St Edmunds. Are you passionate about helping children thrive, explore, and grow? Colourbox Montessori School are recruiting for an enthusiastic  Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner  to join our vibrant nursery, as Deputy Room Leader in our baby or toddler rooms. 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?...