199 catering jobs found

We have an opportunity for a   Nursery Cook  to work 4 hours per day in our  Fox Hollies Nursery based  in Birmingham .  The nursery is part of a group of full daycare nurseries that provides childcare and support for young children and their families.   Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees Employer and employee contribution pension scheme Regular access to internal; and external learning and development opportunities Access to our Employee Assistant Programme (EAP), which includes 24/7 helpline access, dedicated managers helpline, confidential counselling sessions delivered by accredited specialists, legal, debt and life management advice, discounts, and wellbeing content plus resources. Can save up to 25% on 02 Refresh Airtime Plan if getting a new phone or tablet on 02 Recruitment Referral Payment Scheme - an introduction payment of up to £300 Main duties: You...

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...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – Tigger's @ Tetbury Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Tigger's at Tetbury, Terbury . Tiggers at Tetbury Private Day Nursery is a 163 place, full-time establishment, catering for children aged between birth and 5 years. The nursery operates between the hours of 08:00 - 18:00, Monday to Friday for 50 weeks per year. Despite being in the small bustling town of Tetbury, the nursery is located on the outskirts in a quiet area surrounded by fields and trees with easy access to pedestrian walkways and roads commuting to Cirencester and Malmesbury. Tiggers at Tetbury recognises the importance of child welfare and safeguarding, which is a top priority at our nursery. To give peace of mind to parents at Tiggers at Tetbury, every room and outdoor space used has CCTV installed, which is recording at all times, 24 hours a day....

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...

Level 5  Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship - Room Leader – East Harptree Nursery Pre School and Forest School Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at East Harptree Nursery Pre School and Forest School, East Harptree . A East Harptree Nursery Pre School and Forest School w e understand the significance of play in a child’s development. Through play, children explore the world around them, develop essential skills, and build confidence. Our dedicated team of educators fosters an atmosphere where children are encouraged to ask questions, make discoveries, and think critically. In September 2022, our nursery found a new home within the East Harptree Village Hall complex. This newly renovated space was meticulously designed with children in mind, featuring underfloor heating and bright, child-accessible areas. Within this...

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Nursery Cook | Catering for up to 105 children aged 6 weeks-5 years old. Location:  Green Park Day Nursery | Reading | RG2 6UQ (on Green Park Business Park). Contract:  Fixed-term for 12 months (ideally starting in May 2026) | 37.5 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Monday-Friday | Alternating shifts of 07:10-15:40 and 09:00-17:30 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...

Nursery Cook prepares nutritious, balanced meals and snacks for children aged 0-5, ensuring all dietary, allergy, and cultural requirements are met. Responsibilities include maintaining high food hygiene standards (HACCP), managing kitchen stock, ordering supplies, and cleaning to  Environmental Health  standards. They often work 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday, and need a  Food Hygiene Certificate .    Key Responsibilities: Menu Planning & Cooking:  Preparing breakfast, lunch, and snacks, ensuring meals are appealing and nutritious for young children. Dietary Needs:  Managing special dietary requirements, including allergies, intolerances, and religious/cultural preferences. Health & Safety:  Maintaining a hygienic kitchen, including cleaning equipment, recording food temperatures, and following  Health & Safety regulations . Stock Management:  Ordering food and supplies, maintaining inventory, and rotating stock to reduce waste. Compliance:  Ensuring...

Level 3 Early Years Apprenticeship We Are Recruiting: Do you aspire to be a dedicated and passionate early years educator?  Join our well-established team in Academy Gardens and be part of a nurturing environment where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives and develop your career in early years.    Position: Level 3 Early Years Apprenticeship Hours: 40 hours per week, All Year Round Contract: 18-month apprenticeship contract with potentially a permanent contract once qualified.      Unqualified Apprentice Salary working towards a Level 3: £16,640 Salary Increase after 12 months: National Minimum Wage until qualification is achieved at which point your will move on to our pay scales for qualification level   Qualified Level 2 Apprentice Salary working towards a Level 3 : £26,000 Opening Hours: 7.30 am to 6.00 pm Why Choose Our Apprenticeship Programme? As an Apprentice...

Are you interested in joining Acorn’s board of trustees? We’re looking for someone who wants to make a real difference. If you’re passionate about social impact and excited by the idea of helping to shape the future of a vibrant, friendly charitable social enterprise, we’d love to hear from you. Who are Acorn Early Years? Acorn Early Years is a charitable social enterprise providing high‑quality childcare and early education across day nurseries, forest schools, out‑of‑school clubs, and specialist early years catering and training services. We are continuing to grow, despite the challenges facing the early years sector, and now operate 18 nurseries with just over 500 employees. What are we looking for? We’re seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our welcoming team of voluntary trustees. We are committed to building a Board that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, and we warmly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds,...

!!This role is for UK Passport Holders looking for work abroad!! Ready to make this summer your most exciting one yet? TAG Live®, in partnership with Holiday Villages, is now recruiting for fun, enthusiastic, and approachable team members to join our Kids’ Clubs and Activities Teams. With nine fantastic resorts across six stunning countries, this is your chance to be part of something special. Holiday Villages are designed to deliver unforgettable family holidays - packed with energy, activities, and memories that last a lifetime. From engaging kids’ clubs to a full schedule of family-friendly experiences, our resorts are all about fun, connection, and adventure. We're on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our Activity Teams, especially individuals that hold a Level 3 or above in Childcare, to fill our specific roles in Activity Team Members. At TAG Live®, we pride ourselves on being open, honest, and supportive throughout the recruitment process. Job...

Early Years Educator role available at this vibrant and inclusive nursery in Marylebone! We are looking for a Level 3 qualified Early Years Educator to join the team in a full time and permanent position. This is a wonderful nursery with amazing facilities, including a music studio, art studio, library and private garden with a climbing wall! It's a great place to work for any creative Early Years Educator looking to grow and thrive in a new setting. Working full time, you will be supporting children's personal, social and emotional development in an environment that prioritises differentiated and personalised learning, catering to each child’s individual developmental progress.  Located in Marylebone, this nursery is easy to reach thanks to excellent transport links, being a short walk from Marylebone train and tube station, and a cycle to work scheme is also offered. Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare and previous experience in a nursery is essential. Make a...

Are you a passionate and dedicated Early Years Educator looking to further your career in a new position?       This diverse and vibrant nursery located in Lambeth, South London, is looking for an Early Years Educator to join the team of hardworking staff who have a shared commitment to early childhood education and development. This is a permanent position to begin ASAP.     This is a lovely nursery that has a focus on nurturing children's curiosity and catering to each child's unique needs and interests, and as an Early Years Educator you will plan stimulating activities (following the EYFS curriculum closely) to ensure every child can explore, discover and grow at their own pace in a supportive environment. With specialised and sensory rooms, and a secure outdoor space for extended learning, this nursery is set up to provide the best space for children to learn and grow.        There are plenty of opportunities for career development and professional growth, and you will be...

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – Happy Nursery Days, Lambeth Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Happy Nursery Days, Lambeth. Happy Nursery Days, a subsidiary of Ekaya Housing Association, is an award winning 43 place neighbourhood nursery catering for babies and pre-school children aged between 3 months and 5 years. It has been in operation since 6th September 2004; it is designed and developed to provide high standards of childcare in a safe and secure environment, with spacious playrooms and a large eco-friendly garden area which provides ample play areas. Our fundamental aim is to ensure that your child is happy, relaxed and totally at ease in a safe caring environment, whilst encouraging them to develop young minds and bodies. We are fully committed to promoting positive parental involvement and encourage their feedback and views. The Setting has...

Are you a passionate and dedicated Early Years Educator looking to further your career in a new position?       This diverse and friendly nursery located in Westminster is looking for an Early Years Educator to join the team of hardworking staff who have a shared commitment to early childhood education and development. This is a permanent position to begin ASAP.     This is a lovely nursery that has a focus on nurturing children's curiosity and catering to each child's unique needs and interests, and as an Early Years Educator you will plan stimulating activities (following the EYFS curriculum closely) to ensure every child can explore, discover and grow at their own pace in a supportive environment. With specialised and sensory rooms, and a secure outdoor space for extended learning, this nursery is set up to provide the best space for children to learn and grow.        There are plenty of opportunities for career development and professional growth, and you will be encouraged and...

Nursery Assistant Kents Hill Nursery  We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our dedicated team at Kents Hill Nursery . This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting high-quality early years care in a nurturing, child‑centred environment. This is a full time position, 40 hours per week. Flecible on 5 days Mon-Fri or 4 days (10 hour shift) About Acorn Early Years – Kents Hill Our nursery building at Kents Hill has been designed in an innovative octagonal shape with a central atrium and light and spacious rooms. The nursery benefits from large garden areas which can be accessed from each of the rooms; this gives the children the opportunity to free-flow indoors and outdoors to access a full range of activities. The nursery have pet chickens who roam freely in part of the garden throughout the day, enabling the children to collect eggs and then take turns to take eggs home. The Nursery is...

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – Bright Beginnings Nursery   Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Bright Beginnings Nursery Hampshire. We are delighted to introduce you to Bright Beginnings Nursery Ltd. Our nursery is located in Denvilles, Havant and was officially opened by the Mayoress of Havant on 29 August 2009. We are a family business and Tracey has been a Primary School Teacher since 1998. We have three children; Nicholas, Harriet and Luke, and are very much aware of the delicate balance between work and family life, so the Nursery is here to help. At the nursery we strive to support children’s development so that they may grow to be strong, independent individuals based on loving and secure relationships. The children in our care are all valued as individuals and each is an important member of Bright Beginnings Nursery. We provide a family...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – Staunton-on-Wye Pre-School & Kids Club  (Term Time Only) Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Staunton-on-Wye Pre-School & Kids Club, Hereford. Staunton-on-Wye Pre-School is s et in the beautiful Herefordshire countryside, Staunton-on-Wye Pre-School opened in 1984. Since 2010, we have been in our current, eco-friendly, premises. Our home is light and spacious with continuous access to its own large, secure outside play area. Our team of highly-qualified Early Years Practitioners follow the EYFS ' Statutory Framework ' to develop children's learning. They also work with the children as part of our ‘Breakfast Club’ and ‘After-School’ Club’, which is very popular with children attending neighbouring Staunton-on-Wye Primary School. We are a charity led by a volunteer committee where parent and carer...

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;...

To work as part of the nursery team to provide a friendly, caring and relaxed environment in order to encourage and develop the children in the setting. To maintain a healthy, hygienic and safe environment by following all Health and Safety procedures. To create positive professional relationships with parents and carers, ensuring confidentiality and appropriate behaviour is used at all times. To ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to at all times. What we can offer you! Opportunities for continual professional development and the full support of the management team with your studies. Discount on childcare A no sickness bonus incentive Uniform

Nursery Assistant Full-time and Part-time opportunities available 📍 Hedgerows Nursery - Netherfield We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our dedicated team at Hedgerows Nursery . This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting high-quality early years care in a nurturing, child‑centred environment. This is a full time position, 40 hours per week. Flecible on 5 days Mon-Fri or 4 days (10 hour shift) About Hedgerows Acorn at Hedgerows is a 43 place day nursery in Netherfield, Milton Keynes. Attached to the Hedgerows family centre, the nursery transferred to us from Milton Keynes Council and offers fully-funded places for eligible 2, 3 and 4 year olds. The nursery offers full and part-time care for children aged four months to four years, and is open 7:30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. All Acorn nurseries are closed for all bank holidays, between Christmas and new year, plus our...