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Childbase Partnership
24 Nov, 2025
Full time
Nursery Kitchen Assistant
£12.36 hourly
Childbase Partnership Warwick Place, Leamington Spa CV32 5DE, UK
Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Kitchen Assistant | Preparing meals for up to 117 children aged 6 weeks-5 years old. Location:  Emscote House Day Nursery | Leamington Spa| CV32 5DE. Contract:  Permanent | 37.5 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Varied shifts Monday-Friday between 07:30-18:30. Salary:  £24,102 per annum (pro-rata) | £12.36 per hour.  We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989.  Within our 43-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 Days   incentive;...
Nursery Name:
Emscote House Day Nursery
Catering
Acorn Early Years Foundation
05 Nov, 2025
Full time
Kitchen Assistant
£10.00 - £13.00 hourly
Acorn Early Years Foundation Milton Keynes, UK
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Kitchen Assistant/Cook to join our nursery in Westcroft, Milton Keynes. The role involves not only assisting with serving meals, preparing light meals and snacks, and tidying up after mealtimes, but also taking an active role in cooking and preparing fresh, healthy meals for our children in line with dietary needs and menus. This position is for 30 hours per week, working between 09:00am and 15:00pm, Monday to Friday. We’re proud to be one of the leading childcare providers in Milton Keynes, Northampton and Bedford, with over 30 years’ experience. We specialise in nature pedagogy and are committed to supporting 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 organisation, we place children’s well-being at the heart of everything we do. Apply today or get...
Nursery Name:
Acorn at Westcroft
Family First Nursery Group
17 May, 2025
Part time
Nursery Kitchen Assistant
Family First Nursery Group New Haw, Addlestone KT15 2DP, UK
Join Our Passionate Team at CherryBrook Day Nursery – Where Every Day is an Adventure in Learning! Are you a nurturing and enthusiastic childcare professional ready to make a real difference in little lives? We’re on the lookout for a dedicated Part time  Kitchen Assistant  to become part of our warm and welcoming team at  CherryBrook Day Nursery .  Salary:  £10,400 per annum Hours: 16 hours per week, Thursday and Friday only  As a kitchen assistant within our CherryBrook Day Nursery you will help the Nursery Chef to cook up tasty and nutritional meals for the children. The nursery is located in the heart of New Haw village, Cherrybrook Nursery is just a short walk from West Byfleet train station, making it easily accessible for families.  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...
Nursery Name:
CherryBrook Nursery
Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Childbase Partnership
01 Dec, 2025
Full time
Nursery Cook
£24,317 - £29,972 yearly
Childbase Partnership Chobham, UK
Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Nursery Cook | Catering for up to 116 children aged 6 weeks-5 years old. Location:  Pennypot Day Nursery | Chobham, Woking | GU24 8DH. Contract:  Permanent | 37.5 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Monday-Friday 09:00-17:30pm or 09:30am-18:00pm Salary:  £24,316.50-£29,971.50 per annum (pro-rata) | £12.47-£15.37 per hour.  We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Within our 43-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 Days incentive;...
Nursery Name:
Pennypot Day Nursery
Catering
Childbase Partnership
01 Dec, 2025
Full time
Nursery Cook
£24,317 - £29,972 yearly
Childbase Partnership Headington, Oxford, UK
Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Nursery Cook | Catering for up to 128 children aged 6 weeks-5 years old. Location:  Sandfield Day Nursery | Headington, Oxford | OX3 7RH  (on the John Radcliffe Hospital site). Contract:  Permanent | 37.5 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Monday-Friday | Alternating shifts of 07:00am-15:30pm and 09:00am-17:30pm. Salary:  £24,316.50-£29,971.50 per annum (pro-rata) | £12.47-£15.37 per hour.  We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Within our 43-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...
Nursery Name:
Sandfield Day Nursery
Catering
Shoots
21 Oct, 2025
Full time
Childcare Apprenticeship - Level 3
£12.50 hourly
Shoots Cheltenham, UK
Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – Ark Nursery & Pre-School Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Ark Nursery & Pre-School. This Nursery and Preschool setting are able to offer full daycare all year. The setting has 8 brightly coloured playrooms plus a large enclosed free flow play area and additional lawn area. We care for children 0 - 4 (Birth to Pre-School) There are individual sleep rooms and triple buggies available to enable staff to take younger children out on walks. We are the Ark Nursery & Pre-School, established in 2009, with settings in both Charlton Kings and Andoversford. Our setting works with children and young people with the following disabilities / additional needs ADD/ADHD Asthma Cerebral Palsy Autistic Spectrum Disorders Hearing Impairment And has five SENCO trained staff...
Nursery Name:
Shoots Sales
Apprentice
Rosedene Nurseries Ltd
05 Dec, 2025
Full time
Nursery Practitioner Level 3-4
£12.40 hourly
Rosedene Nurseries Ltd Redcar TS10, UK
Job description Rosedene Nurseries in Redcar are seeking a Level 3 Early Years Educator/Practitioner to join their established team. Rosedene have a dedicated and highly qualified team who are passionate about their children and giving them the best possible start in their early years. If you’re Level 3 qualified, confident, caring, and enthusiastic you could be what we’re looking for! Our ethos is delivered through child-led discovery, Curious Learning with the opportunity of Forest & Beach school programmes, local community partnerships and healthy kitchen. About you Hold a full and relevant level 2/3 Early Years Qualification Have a good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding duties, nursery procedures and policies Have good knowledge of birth to 5 development and the EYFS curriculum Excellent practice within an early years setting Have excellent organisational and time management skills Demonstrate an up-to-date knowledge in Early Years and...
Nursery Name:
Rosedene Redcar
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Rosedene Nurseries Ltd
04 Dec, 2025
Full time
Nursery Practitioner Level 3-4
£12.40 hourly
Rosedene Nurseries Ltd Middlesbrough, UK
Job description Rosedene Nurseries in Ormesby are seeking a Level 3 Early Years Educator/Practitioner to join their established team. Rosedene have a dedicated and highly qualified team who are passionate about their children and giving them the best possible start in their early years. If you’re Level 3 qualified, confident, caring, and enthusiastic you could be what we’re looking for! Our ethos is delivered through child-led discovery, Curious Learning with the opportunity of Forest & Beach school programmes, local community partnerships and healthy kitchen. About you Hold a full and relevant level 2/3 Early Years Qualification Have a good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding duties, nursery procedures and policies Have good knowledge of birth to 5 development and the EYFS curriculum Excellent practice within an early years setting Have excellent organisational and time management skills Demonstrate an up-to-date knowledge in Early Years...
Nursery Name:
Rosedene Ormesby
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse Nursery Assistant/Early Years Assistant
Family First Nursery Group
20 Nov, 2025
Full time
Nursery Deputy Manager
£32,000 - £35,000 yearly
Family First Nursery Group Bourne End, Wooburn Green, Bourne End SL8 5QG, UK
Nursery Deputy Manager - The Bourne End Day Nursery & Pre School Furlong Road, Bourne End, SL8 5AE Salary – £32,000 - £35,000 depending on experience 40 hours per week Level 3 Childcare Qualification is essential Nestled in the heart of Bourne End, our nursery is full of charm, warmth, and character. Set within a beautifully converted Methodist Church spread across two floors, our setting is just a 6-minute stroll from Bourne End Train Station, with easy street parking right outside—perfect for commuters. At The Bourne End Day Nursery & Pre School, no two days are ever the same. Children enjoy a wide range of exciting extra-curricular activities, including French lessons, and love exploring our spacious outdoor area complete with a mud kitchen—ideal for hands-on adventures, curiosity, and plenty of messy fun! We’re now looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Deputy Manager to join our friendly team. We’re seeking someone with...
Nursery Name:
The Bourne End Day Nursery & Pre-School
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
Shoots
11 Dec, 2025
Part time
Childcare Apprenticeship - Level 3
£7.55 hourly
Shoots Poole, UK
Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship - Rainbow Day Nursery  Shoots Training are currently looking for a hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare apprenticeship with Rainbow Day Nursery in Poole. Rainbow Day Nursery, which is one of the longest established nurseries in Poole, provides an environment which allows children to become absorbed in their own play, with the assistance of a safe, child-centred and stimulating environment, that meets each child’s needs as an individual. The nursery provides fundamental emotional security which is for all the children in their care that ranges from birth – five years. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to take their first steps towards a career in childcare, or looking to progress in your career, working alongside qualified and experienced childcare professionals within a fantastic setting. Your duties as an apprentice will include: Ensuring the children are well looked after and...
Nursery Name:
Shoots Sales
Apprentice
Family First Nursery Group
10 Dec, 2025
Full time
Nursery Chef
Family First Nursery Group Rochester, UK
Kloisters Kindergarten Nursery Chef £26,166.40 per annum.  40 hours per week Kloisters Kindergarten is a warm and welcoming nursery nestled in Rochester, the nursery provides excellent commuter links. At Kloisters, we provide a stimulating atmosphere where learning is a natural and welcome part of everyday life. We work within the framework which ensures quality of opportunities for all children and their families. We are seeking a dedicated Nursery Chef to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting age-appropriate meals to the highest standards, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. You will work closely with the nursery team and parents to support the overall care and educational experience of the children. You will also maintain accurate records of supplies, ordering replacements as needed, while adhering to the nursery’s budget requirements. This positions offer 40 hours a week, Monday to...
Nursery Name:
Kloisters
Catering
Family First Nursery Group
08 Dec, 2025
Full time
Nursery Practitioner - Level 2
Family First Nursery Group Bourne End, Wooburn Green, Bourne End SL8 5QG, UK
The Bourne End Day Nursery & Pre School Furlong Rd, Wooburn Green, Bourne End SL8 5AE Nursery Practitoner 40 hours - 4-5 days per week Salary - £29,660.80 per annum Level 2 or 3 Childcare Qualification is essential The Bourne End Day Nursery & Pre School is a charming and welcoming setting located in the heart of Bourne End. Housed in a beautifully converted Methodist Church, spread across two floors, it is just a 6 minute walk from Bourne End Train Station with convienent street parking avaliable, making it easily accessible for commuters. Our nursery offers a variety of extra curricular activities, including French lessons, and features a spacious outdoors area with a mud kitchen, providing children with ample of opportunties to learn and explore in a hands-on, engaging enviroment.  We are currently seeking a Nursery Practitioner who is passionate about early years education to join our team and help us continue delivering exceptional...
Nursery Name:
The Bourne End Day Nursery & Pre-School
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Family First Nursery Group
26 Nov, 2025
Full time
Nursery Chef
Family First Nursery Group Eastcote, Pinner, UK
Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Pre-SchoolNursery Chef £26,500 per annum.  40 hours per week The Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Forest School is situated on a peaceful, residential street, conveniently located between Ruislip Manor and Eastcote Train Stations. With convenient on-street parking available directly outside, our nursery is easily accessible for both staff and parents. We offer a warm, homely environment within a spacious house, complemented by a variety of extracurricular activities. These include Superstar Sports to promote physical development and Tiny Mites Storytelling to foster creativity and listening skills. Our expansive outdoor area features a dedicated forest school, accessible in all weather conditions. Here, children are encouraged to explore and connect with nature through activities such as den building, mud cooking, creating art from natural materials, and discovering the wonders of our bug hotels. We are...
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Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Forest School
Catering
Family First Nursery Group
18 Nov, 2025
Full time
Chef
Family First Nursery Group London, UK
Join Our Passionate Team at The Clapham Day Nursery – Where Every Day is an Adventure in Learning! Are you a nurturing and enthusiastic professional chef ready to make a real difference in little lives? We’re on the lookout for a dedicated Nursery Chef to become part of our warm and welcoming team at The Clapham Day Nursery. The nursery is located in a quite cul-de-sac in Peardon Street and is in 3 storey building. Salary:  £29,952 per annum based on a 40 hour week Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, All year round Why You’ll Love Working With Us: Annual Leave:  24 days + your birthday off + bank holidays. Childcare Discount:  75% off nursery fees for team members. Health & Wellbeing:  Confidential employee assistance helpline. Career Development:  Tailored training and progression opportunities. Pension Scheme:  Secure your future with our competitive plan. Referral Bonuses:  Help us grow our team and earn...
Nursery Name:
The Clapham Day Nursery
Catering
Shoots
04 Nov, 2025
Full time
Childcare Apprenticeship - Level 3
Shoots Winchester SO21, UK
Childcare Apprenticeship - Level 3 - Kids Love Nature, Marwell Zoo.  Shoots Training are currently recruiting for a punctual, reliable and enthusiastic individual to join Kid’s Love Nature’s Marwell Zoo setting as a Level 3 Apprentice. The setting is located within the grounds of Marwell Zoo, overlooking the penguin and giraffe enclosures, and benefits from working alongside Marwell Zoo's Education Team, who provide twice daily Mini Zoologists Explorer Sessions all around the nursery, in addition to sessions in Marwell Zoo's learning centre. The setting looks after children from ages 9 months to 5 year old, and benefits from a large one and a half acre secure outdoor play area, large vegetable garden, a supersized sand pit, dens, climbing equipment, and access to a private woodland. The setting also benefits from having large class rooms, a nature room, sleep room, music room and children’s kitchens and lots of outdoor space. This is an exciting...
Nursery Name:
Shoots Sales
Apprentice
Family First Nursery Group
06 Oct, 2025
Full time
Nursery Practitioner - Level 2
£27,426 yearly
Family First Nursery Group Pirbright, UK
🌟 Grow Your Career at Cherrywood Nursery – Join Us as a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner! 🌟 📍 Location: Cemetery Pales, Pirbright, GU24 0JT 🕒 Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (42.5 hours/week) – Part-time options available 💰 Salary: Up to £27,426.10 per annum (based on qualifications and experience) 🎉 Welcome Bonus: £1,000 🎓 Qualification Bonus: £400 🍒 Discover Cherrywood Nursery Set in the heart of the beautiful village of Pirbright, Cherrywood Nursery is a purpose-built, open-plan setting designed to spark curiosity and nurture young minds. Our standout features include: A calming sensory room and fun-filled soft play area Expansive outdoor gardens with a vegetable patch, sensory garden, and outdoor learning zones A dedicated outdoor classroom with climbing frames to support gross motor development Five age-specific rooms with tailored resources for every stage A cosy sleep room and modern changing/toileting facilities An...
Nursery Name:
CherryWood Nursery
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Family First Nursery Group
10 Sep, 2025
Part time
Nursery Practitioner - Level 3
Family First Nursery Group Ash Vale, UK
Job Title: Early Years Practitioner Salary: £13.27 per hour  Contract Type: Prt time 30 hours Full and Relevant Childcare Qualification is essential CherryVale Nursery are looking for a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join their growing team. Within this role you will be responsible for a designated group of children as a key person and will guide the children through the daily routine, liaise with parents and provide an enabling environment. Cherryvale was established in May 1998 and is rated Good by Ofsted.The nursery boasts an impressive building which includes 5 different age group rooms, a 0-2’s sensory room, a separate imaginative area, a technology suite for the older children, an on-site kitchen for catering and 2 large separate outdoor spaces for the older and younger children. The Nursery is open from 7:30-18:00 and we are easily commutable to as are close to 2 train station, Ash Vale and North Camp and there are also good bus links close by. Why Join...
Nursery Name:
CherryVale Nursery
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Family First Nursery Group
22 Aug, 2025
Full time
Nursery Room Leader
Family First Nursery Group Beaconsfield, UK
The Beaconsfield Day Nursery and Pre-School  Nursery Room Leader  - Preschool Room 40 hours per week Salary £29,536 per annum depending on qualifications and experience Full and Relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualification £1,000 Welcome Bonus! - To give you a warm welcome to the team, we are offering a £1,000 joining bonus to all qualified practitioners who join our team at The New Barnet Day Nursery and Preschool  Beaconsfield Day Nursery is a welcoming and vibrant nursery nestled in the heart of Beaconsfield. Conveniently located with easy access from the A335 and close to the M40 junction , we also offer ample onsite and street parking. Additionally, the nursery is just a short distance from Beaconsfield Train Station, making it easily accessible for our dedicated team. Our nursery features spacious, bright, and airy rooms, along with a large, fully equipped garden complete with a mud kitchen. Each room has direct access to the garden, with a...
Nursery Name:
The Beaconsfield Day Nursery & Pre-School
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Family First Nursery Group
18 Aug, 2025
Full time
Nursery Practitioner - Level 2
Family First Nursery Group Beaconsfield, UK
The Beaconsfield Day Nursery and Pre-School  Level 2 Nursery Practitioner  40 hours per week Salary £26,291.20 per annum depending on qualifications and experience Full and Relevant Level 2 Childcare Qualification Beaconsfield Day Nursery is a welcoming and vibrant nursery nestled in the heart of Beaconsfield. Conveniently located with easy access from the A335 and close to the M40 junction, we also offer ample onsite and street parking. Additionally, the nursery is just a short distance from Beaconsfield Train Station, making it easily accessible for our dedicated team. Our nursery features spacious, bright, and airy rooms, along with a large, fully equipped garden complete with a mud kitchen. Each room has direct access to the garden, with a separate area specifically for our baby room. We pride ourselves on offering a rich variety of extracurricular activities and regular outings in the local community, providing children with engaging opportunities...
Nursery Name:
The Beaconsfield Day Nursery & Pre-School
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Family First Nursery Group
02 Jul, 2025
Full time
Nursery Practitioner - Level 3
Family First Nursery Group Old Windsor SL4, UK
The Old Windsor Day Nursery  Level 3 Practitoner 40 hours per week  Salary - £27,476.80 per annum The Old Windsor Day Nursery & Pre-School is a stunning, purpose-built facility located in the heart of the village. Its prime location offers excellent bus links just a short walk away, along with a spacious car park at the front for convenient parking. Our nursery features bright, airy rooms that provide an ideal environment for children to explore and learn through play. Additionally, our dedicated ICT suite offers children the opportunity to engage with digital learning in a fun and age-appropriate way, helping to support early years development and prepare them for school. Outside, we have a large adventure garden, complete with a sandpit, wooden play equipment, and a mud kitchen—designed to spark children's imaginations and creativity. We are currently seeking a Level 3 Practitioner to join our team. This full-time role offers 40 hours per week,...
Nursery Name:
The Old Windsor Day Nursery & Pre-School
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
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