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Deputy Nursery Manager Acorn Early Years – Cold Harbour Nursery - Bletchley  If you are offered a Deputy Manager role, you will receive a £1000 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. Acorn Early Years is seeking a confident, passionate and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to join our leadership team at Cold Harbour Nursery . This is a key leadership role for an early years professional who is committed to high‑quality practice, strong team development and excellent outcomes for children and families. Our day nursery is adjoined to an outdoor learning centre that builds on our popular Forest School provision and reputation for Forest School training. One of our key priorities is outdoor play and learning, which is clearly evident at Cold Harbour, where the outdoor environment and play area are available to the children all day, every day.   The nursery offers full and part-time care for up to 62 children...

Purpose of the role The Nursery Manager will provide visible, hands-on leadership during the launch and early growth of Lily’s Nursery and Daycare. The postholder will ensure that children are safeguarded, that the nursery is ready to operate safely and effectively, and that families receive a welcoming, reliable and high-quality service. Key responsibilities ·        Lead the nursery’s safeguarding culture and ensure children’s welfare, safety and wellbeing are promoted at all times. ·        Establish consistently high standards of care, early learning, inclusion, health, hygiene and parent partnership. ·        Build and lead a skilled, dependable and values-led staff team. ·        Prepare the nursery for opening, ensuring rooms, resources, records, policies, staffing and operational systems are in place. ·        Promote Lily’s Nursery and Daycare and lead the enquiry, visit, registration and settling-in journey so that places are filled...

Pay:   £10.85-£12.71 per hour Job description: Early Years Practitioner Pay:   £10.85 - £12.71 per hour (dependent on age and qualification) Hours:   Part-Time | 3 days per week (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday) | 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Term:   Term time only (38 weeks per year) Location:   Hills Farm Lane (Close to town centre with excellent transport links) Essential Requirements Qualifications:   Must be Level 2 or Level 3 qualified in Early Years Childcare (must hold a full, recognized qualification to be counted in ratios). Knowledge:   Strong understanding of the EYFS framework (we follow the Birth to Five curriculum). Safeguarding:   This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check The Ideal Candidate Will: Have previous experience working with children under 5 (desirable). Possess excellent communication skills. Be a reliable team player who can also work well on their own initiative. Strictly adhere to all playgroup...

Job Description: This Job post is Part-Time  Yeovilteenies, is part of a growing nursery chain called S&D Childcare Limited and  is 1 of 6 nurseries within somerset. Our nursery caters for children between 3 months  and 5 years. Early Years Practitioners, are responsible for supporting the development and well-being of young children, from 3 months to 5 years old at Cuddles and Care Day Nurseries, Little Starlings  and Yeovilteenies Day Nursery. They play a crucial role in helping children meet developmental milestones through engaging, safe, and age-appropriate activities. Skills and Qualifications Level 2/3 CACHE Childcare or equivalent Experience with children in a childcare or nursery settings. Background in early childhood education Strong communication skills to interact effectively with children and parents Valid driver's license for potential driving responsibilities is preferred but not essential. Knowledge of...

Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship – Rabbit Patch Day Nursery (Room Leader Role) Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Rabbit Patch Day Nursery. At Rabbit Patch Day Nursery, we aim to create a home from home atmosphere, and encourage a culture of community. Regardless of background or circumstance, we include all children, nurturing and immersing them in a welcoming environment that offers a range of diverse experiences, ensuring the children flourish and develop into enthusiastic little people with a zest for learning. We respect each child as an individual and support inquisitive minds by valuing questions, so that children thrive during their learning experience with us. To ensure a rich and positive learning environment is established and maintained, we have a highly trained, skilled, and experienced staff team...

To implement and promote all Fountain Montessori Policies and the Staff Rules. To ensure their safety and welfare of the children at all times. To carry out light physical duties required during housekeeping. To be responsible for maintaining the highest level of hygiene and cleanliness throughout the nursery premises.   This is achieved by daily duties: Ensuring the daily thorough cleaning of all nursery rooms including floor coverings, walls and paintwork, windows etc Ensuring the daily thorough cleaning of all nursery furniture and equipment. Ensuring the daily thorough cleaning of nursery kitchens including equipment such as microwaves, fridges and kitchen cupboards etc Ensuring the daily thorough cleaning of child and staff toilet areas Ensuring the daily thorough cleaning of other nursery areas including corridors, hallways, cloakrooms and all other areas of the nursery. Maintaining sufficient supplies of domestic...

L2 or above    Purpose of post To provide a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for all children in the nursery To ensure all children are safeguarded and their welfare and safety is promoted To give support to other team members throughout the nursery To work as part of a team in order to provide an enabling environment in which all individual children can play, learn and develop.   Key areas Work with and support children Work as part of a team Build and maintain strong partnerships with parents.   Responsible to Nursery Manager/Team Leader   Duties and responsibilities Operate a programme of activities that meet the individual needs and interests of children in your area in conjunction with other team members To keep records of your key children’s development and learning journeys and share this with parents, carers and other key adults in the child’s life...

Job Description: This Job post is Full-Time  Cuddles and Care Day Nursery Ilminster, is part of a growing nursery chain called S&D Childcare Limited and  is 1 of 6 nurseries within somerset. Our nursery caters for children between 3 months  and 5 years. Early Years Practitioners, are responsible for supporting the development and well-being of young children, from 3 months to 5 years old at Cuddles and Care Day Nurseries, Little Starlings  and Yeovilteenies Day Nursery. They play a crucial role in helping children meet developmental milestones through engaging, safe, and age-appropriate activities. Skills and Qualifications Level 2/3 CACHE Childcare or equivalent Experience with children in a childcare or nursery settings. Background in early childhood education Strong communication skills to interact effectively with children and parents Valid driver's license for potential driving responsibilities is preferred but not...

Job Description: This Job post is Full-Time  Cuddles and Care Day Nursery Frome, is part of a growing nursery chain called S&D Childcare Limited and  is 1 of 6 nurseries within somerset. Our nursery caters for children between 2 years and 5 years. Early Years Practitioners, are responsible for supporting the development and well-being of young children, from 2 years  to 5 years old at Cuddles and Care Day Nurseries, Little Starlings  and Yeovilteenies Day Nursery. They play a crucial role in helping children meet developmental milestones through engaging, safe, and age-appropriate activities. Skills and Qualifications Level 2/3 CACHE Childcare or equivalent Experience with children in a childcare or nursery settings. Background in early childhood education Strong communication skills to interact effectively with children and parents Valid driver's license for potential driving responsibilities is preferred but not essential....

Nursery Lunch Cover We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated Lunchtime Nursery Practitioner? Join our well-established team in High Wycombe 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: Nursery Lunch Cover Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm (15 hours a week) Monday to Friday, all year round Hourly Rate: £12.80 - £14.00 (dependant on if level 2/3 qualified) Experience / Qualifications - What you will bring to the role: Essential criteria Current Food Hygiene certificate. Experience of working with young children. Good communication skills. Commitment to equal opportunities Commitment to working with young children and families. Friendly and flexible approach at work which facilitates the development of effective relationships. Desirable criteria Current first aid certificate Relevant...

Job Description: This Job post is Full-Time  Cuddles and Care Day Nursery Wells, is part of a growing nursery chain called S&D Childcare Limited and  is 1 of 6 nurseries within somerset. Our nursery caters for children between 3 months  and 5 years. Early Years Practitioners, are responsible for supporting the development and well-being of young children, from 3 months to 5 years old at Cuddles and Care Day Nurseries, Little Starlings  and Yeovilteenies Day Nursery. They play a crucial role in helping children meet developmental milestones through engaging, safe, and age-appropriate activities. Skills and Qualifications Level 2/3 CACHE Childcare or equivalent Experience with children in a childcare or nursery settings. Background in early childhood education Strong communication skills to interact effectively with children and parents Valid driver's license for potential driving responsibilities is preferred but not...

Baby Room Leader (Maternity Cover) Shooting Stars Nurseries – Stourbridge, DY8 1TT Stourbridge, West Midlands £15.30 per hour (£31,824 per annum) Full Time – 40 hours per week |  From Mid September 2026 Monday to Friday | All Year Round Potential Permanent Opportunity Available Lead, Inspire and Make a Difference Shooting Stars Nurseries is seeking an experienced and passionate Baby Room Leader to join our friendly team at our well-established nursery in Stourbridge on a maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity for an existing Room Leader, Senior Nursery Practitioner or experienced Level 3 Early Years Practitioner looking to lead a baby room and make a real difference during the most important stage of a child's development. You'll be responsible for creating a warm, nurturing and stimulating environment for our youngest children, leading a team of practitioners and ensuring exceptional standards of care, learning and...

Kitchen Assistant Shooting Stars Nursery, Bromsgrove, B61 0AE We are looking for a reliable and experienced Kitchen Assistant to support our Nursery Cook in the preparation and service of nutritious, balanced meals for children aged 0 to 5 yrs attending our nursery. The successful candidate will also assist with housekeeping duties to help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment throughout the setting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience working in a commercial kitchen who enjoys working as part of a team and understands the importance of food hygiene, nutrition and cleanliness within a childcare environment. Working Hours 25 hours per week Monday to Friday, approximately 9:00am – 2:00pm The nursery operates all year round and is closed on Bank Holidays. Salary Up to £12.21 per hour , dependent on age. Essential Requirements Previous experience working in a professional/commercial kitchen is...

Cleaner / Housekeeper Shooting Stars Nurseries – Tettenhall, WV3 9PE We are seeking a reliable and experienced Cleaner/Housekeeper to join our team at Shooting Stars Tettenhall. This is an important role supporting the nursery team by maintaining exceptionally high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and housekeeping throughout the setting, helping to provide a safe, clean and welcoming environment for children, families and staff. Hours of Work 15 hours per week Monday to Friday, 5:00pm – 8:00pm The nursery operates all year round, excluding Bank Holidays. Essential Requirements Previous commercial cleaning experience is essential and applications without this experience will not be considered. We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience cleaning within professional environments and who understand the importance of maintaining high standards of cleanliness and infection control. Desirable previous cleaning experience...

EARLY YEARS APPRENTICE DAISY FAYS CARNON DOWNS Location: Daisy Fays, Carnon Downs, Truro TR3 6JG More about Daisy Fays Carnon Downs here More about Daisy Fays Careers here Welcome to Daisy Fays At Daisy Fays, we are more than a nursery — we are a family built on care, passion, and purpose. Founded by parents, we have grown into one of Cornwall's most trusted childcare providers, supporting children, families, and our teams to thrive. About Daisy Fays Carnon Downs Established in 2011 as our very first nursery, Carnon Downs marks the beginning of the Daisy Fays journey. Situated between Truro and Falmouth, this well-established setting enjoys a strong reputation within the local community and offers a warm, welcoming environment where children and practitioners flourish. As an apprentice, you'll become part of a close-knit and supportive team who are passionate about helping you develop the skills, confidence, and knowledge needed for a...

Welcome to Daisy Fays At Daisy Fays, we are more than a nursery — we are a family built on care, passion, and purpose. Founded by parents, we have grown into a trusted childcare provider across Cornwall. Our unique, farm-inspired environments encourage children to explore, learn, and thrive. What We Offer Pay above National Living Wage Annual salary reviews Discounted childcare Funded CPD and career progression Pension scheme Flexible working options Employee benefits and discounts Generous holiday allowance Team events and wellbeing support Your Role Lead and inspire your team to deliver high-quality care and engaging learning experiences Plan and implement creative, stimulating activities tailored to toddlers’ development Support children at a key stage of curiosity, independence, and exploration Create a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment indoors and outdoors Build...

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 ideally hold a Level 2 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...

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 ideally hold a Level 2 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...

- Family run! ·· Supportive Management and team! ·· CPD opportunities and Salary Reviews! ·· Lots of training opportunities! ·· Staff Member of the term £200 voucher opportunity! ·· Staff Discount Team ·· Room of the term £25 voucher! ·· 31 days holiday (increases with service, up to 36 days) ·· Wellbeing Support - We are seeking fun, kind, and caring Early Years Assistant with a genuine passion for Early Years to join our lovely nursery. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! We are based in Croydon, Greater London and are a family run Nursery that has been providing innovative childcare since 1995. At Kinderland Day Nursery we provide an environment where children are happy, stimulated, safe and healthy - our vision is... "We are kind, We value our feelings We have fun, We learn together, We are growing and We are all important!" . We have a lovely building and fantastic resources but truly believe that our staff are the best resource and make the biggest...

Due to a significant increase in the number of children, we have an exciting opportunity for two experienced, enthusiastic, and passionate Early Years Practitioners to join our group. If you have experience working with children from birth to four years and hold a level 3 qualification in childcare, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our team today, as there is exceptional potential for career advancement. The ideal candidates will possess a strong background in early years education and a genuine passion for working with young children. This role involves creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn, grow, and develop essential skills. The Early Years Practitioner will play a crucial role in supporting children's personal, social, and emotional development, as well as their communication and language skills, and physical development through engaging activities and effective communication. We are looking for professional Early Years...