8 jobs found in west northamptonshire

Love working with little people? Your next adventure starts here! Nursery Assistant Caring Kindergartens | Little moments. Lasting impact. Big smiles, little discoveries and the chance to make a difference every single day! Have you ever wondered what it would be like to spend your days exploring, creating, laughing and helping little people discover the world around them? At Caring Kindergartens, no two days are ever the same! One minute you could be joining a teddy bear's picnic, the next building the tallest tower, splashing in muddy puddles or helping a little one master a skill they've been practising for weeks. And while there will be plenty of fun, laughter and unforgettable moments along the way, there's something even more rewarding about being part of a child's early years journey: knowing that the care, encouragement and support you give today can help shape their tomorrow. We're looking for a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Nursery Assistant...

Love making a difference? Help us make our nursery shine! Part-Time Housekeeper & Assistant Cook Caring Kindergartens | Little moments. Lasting impact. A clean, welcoming nursery, happy little tummies and a team that works together — could you be just the person we're looking for? At Caring Kindergartens, we know that creating a wonderful nursery experience takes more than what's happening in the classroom. Behind every happy day are people who help make our nurseries clean, comfortable, organised and ready for children to learn, play and grow. We're looking for a reliable, caring and enthusiastic Part-Time Housekeeper & Assistant Cook to join our team at Caring Kindergartens. This is a varied, hands-on role for someone who enjoys keeping things organised, takes pride in their work and is happy to roll up their sleeves and get involved. Your main responsibilities will be housekeeping throughout the nursery, with the opportunity to support the kitchen...

Early Years Apprentice 📍 Acorn Nursery, Brafield 🎓 Level 2 or Level 3 Apprenticeship Opportunity Full time - 36 hours per week Are you looking to start your career in early years and gain a recognised qualification while working? We are looking for an Early Years Apprentice to join our team at Acorn @ Brafield. This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn , working towards your Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive and nurturing environment. Acorn Early Years is a well-established not-for-profit childcare provider with over 35 years’ experience , delivering high-quality early years education across Milton Keynes, Northampton and Bedford. Our nurseries are built on strong values, including nature-based learning, child-centred practice, and professional development , and we are proud to have been recognised as a ‘Top 20 Recommended Nursery Group 2025’ by Day Nurseries....

Lead with heart. Inspire your team. Help little people thrive. Senior Nursery Practitioner – Team Leader Caring Kindergartens | Where little moments make a big difference. Are you ready to take the next step in your Early Years career and help others shine along the way? At Caring Kindergartens, we believe that exceptional childcare starts with people who care. People who see the potential in every child, bring out the best in their colleagues and understand that the smallest moments can make the biggest difference. From supporting a child's first steps towards independence to helping a colleague develop their confidence, every day brings opportunities to make a lasting impact. We're looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and motivated Senior Nursery Practitioner to lead and inspire a team , combining a passion for working directly with children with the confidence to support colleagues and drive high-quality practice. This is an opportunity for someone...

Big imaginations. Little people. A career that matters. Nursery Practitioner – Level 3 Qualified Caring Kindergartens | Helping little people grow, every day. Do you believe the little things you do today can make a big difference tomorrow? At Caring Kindergartens, we believe childhood should be full of curiosity, discovery, laughter and opportunities to grow. Every child is unique, every achievement deserves celebrating, and every day brings a new opportunity to make a difference. One day, you could be helping a budding scientist explore the world around them. The next, joining a teddy bear's picnic, building an incredible den or helping a little one discover the confidence to try something new. And somewhere amongst the paint-covered fingers, muddy wellies, curious questions and proud little smiles, you'll be doing something truly important: helping children build the foundations for their future. We're looking for a passionate, caring and enthusiastic...

Do you have a genuine passion for leading and nurturing young learners, coupled with proven experience working within a nursery setting? Have you completed your LV2 OR LV3 Early Years Apprenticeship but striving to further your career? WMC Training is seeking a dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join the professional, rewarding, and supportive team in Northampton (NN7). The ideal candidate will bring previous experience working with children ,a genuine interest in developing the talent of younger generations, and a strong desire to make a difference in children's lives. MUST have experience working at the nursery setting before . You will be a collaborative team member, equally capable of taking initiative, and adept at planning enriching activities. DUTIES 1. To support fellow educators/practitioners to deliver the setting’s curriculum and standard of practice. 2. To work towards an early years qualification with support from the setting’s staff and training...

We are looking for an anthusiastic Tea Time Assistant for our Brafield Nursery Established in 1997, this small and friendly nursery is situated in the village of Brafield-on-the-Green. It is in an idyllic setting, a quiet location on the edge of the village, next to the church. We offer full and part-time care for up to 44 children from the age of four months to four years, and are open from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.  One of the nursery’s most attractive features, and extremely popular with the children, is the wonderful outside space and gardens, fully enclosed and secure for the children to enjoy. The nursery gardens offer plentiful opportunities for outdoor play and learning, which is a key aspect of Acorn’s ethos. Pre-school children have regular Forest School sessions in the nursery garden. The building itself was formerly the village primary school and, whilst retaining the character of the original architecture, it has been...

ROOM LEADER JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Room Leader Location: The Redbrick Day Nursery Responsible to: Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager Responsible for: Early Years Practitioners, Nursery Assistants, Apprentices and students allocated to the room Hours: As stated in the individual contract of employment Main Purpose of the Role To lead and manage the day-to-day operation of an allocated nursery room, ensuring that children receive consistently high-quality care, learning and development opportunities. The Room Leader will provide clear leadership to the room team, maintain a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment and ensure that practice meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage, Ofsted, safeguarding legislation and nursery policies and procedures. The Room Leader will act as a positive role model, support staff development and ensure that every child is given opportunities to become a confident, independent and motivated learner....