Appy Little Plums Day Nursery - Leigh, Lancashire

On-sitePermanentPart time

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join our friendly team at Appy Little Plums Day Nursery. In this role, you will provide high-quality care and education for children aged 0–5 years, creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. Your responsibilities will include planning and delivering engaging activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), observing and assessing children’s development, acting as a key person, building positive relationships with children and their families, and working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain the highest standards of care. You will also promote children’s wellbeing, ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times, and contribute to creating a positive, inclusive nursery environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a caring and enthusiastic practitioner who is committed to giving children the best possible start in life and is looking to develop their career within a supportive and professional nursery team.

Randstad Education - Wirral, Merseyside

£14 to £16 a day

TemporaryFull time

Are you an experienced, qualified Level 3 Early Years Practitioner looking for your next career step? We are recruiting passionate and skilled practitioners to join enthusiastic nursery teams across Wirral. If you are dedicated to inspiring young minds, planning engaging EYFS activities, and taking a proactive role in key-child observations and nursery leadership, we want to hear from you! Key Responsibilities EYFS Delivery & Planning: Lead and plan engaging, curriculum-aligned activities that foster every child's individual development and learning journey. Key Person Responsibilities: Maintain up-to-date developmental records, conduct assessments, and build collaborative, trusted relationships with parents and guardians. Safeguarding & Room Support: Uphold strict safeguarding, health, and safety standards while supporting and mentoring Level 2 practitioners and assistants. Inclusive Practice: Identify and support additional learning or development needs, collaborating with SENCOs where required. What We Are Looking For Qualification: A recognized NVQ Level 3 in Early Years / Childcare (or equivalent qualification). Experience: Proven experience working within an Early Years setting and strong familiarity with the EYFS framework. Skills: Exceptional communication, organizational skills, leadership initiative, and a warm, nurturing approach. Compliance: Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to complete a new check). What's on Offer Competitive pay rates reflecting your Level 3 qualification Flexible working options to suit your availability Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development Supportive recruitment guidance throughout the hiring process How to Apply If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please contact Megha Pareek at megha.pareek@randstad.co.uk or call 07441 927547.

Randstad Education - Wirral, Merseyside

£14 to £15 a day

TemporaryFull time

Are you a passionate, qualified Level 2 Early Years Practitioner looking for your next rewarding role? We are currently recruiting dedicated practitioners to join vibrant nursery teams across Wirral. If you thrive on supporting young children's development, creating stimulating learning environments, and being part of an encouraging team, we would love to hear from you! Key Responsibilities Promote Learning & Play: Support the implementation of the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) framework through fun, engaging, and age-appropriate activities. Child Wellbeing & Safety: Ensure a safe, clean, and nurturing environment for all children, maintaining high standards of safeguarding and hygiene. Key Person Duties: Build strong, positive relationships with children, tracking their progress and communicating effectively with parents/carers. Team Collaboration: Work closely with Level 3 practitioners, room leaders, and nursery management to ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly. What We Are Looking For Qualification: A recognized NVQ Level 2 in Early Years/Childcare (or equivalent qualification). Knowledge: Working knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and child safeguarding practices. Skills: Strong communication skills, patience, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for working with early years children. Compliance: Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply for one). What's on Offer Competitive rates of pay Flexible working arrangements to suit your schedule A supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and Level 3 training Dedicated recruitment consultant to guide you through your placement How to Apply If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please contact Megha Pareek at megha.pareek@randstad.co.uk or call 07441 927547.

Shooting Stars Nurseries - Birmingham, West Midlands

£14.60 to £14.60 an hour

PermanentFull time

Senior Nursery Practitioner Shooting Stars Nursery – Kings Norton, Birmingham (B30 3QJ) £14.60 per hour Full Time | 40 Hours Per Week Monday-Friday | All Year Round | Bank Holidays Off 50% Childcare Discount Ready to Progress Your Early Years Career? Are you an experienced Level 3 Early Years Practitioner looking for your next challenge? Would you like the opportunity to develop your leadership skills, support and inspire colleagues, and take a step towards a future Room Leader position? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We're looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Nursery Practitioner to join the friendly team at Shooting Stars Kings Norton. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within the room, working closely with the Room Leader to deliver outstanding childcare and early education while helping to maintain high standards throughout the nursery. What You'll Be Doing As a Senior Nursery Practitioner, you will: Support the Room Leader in delivering exceptional care and education. Act as a Key Person, building strong relationships with children and families. Plan and implement engaging learning experiences in line with the EYFS. Observe, assess and support children's learning and development. Help maintain a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment. Support, guide and mentor colleagues, apprentices and students. Promote inclusive practice and support children with additional needs. Build positive partnerships with parents, carers and professionals. Champion safeguarding, health and safety, and high-quality practice. What We're Looking For Essential Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification. Experience working within an Early Years setting. Strong knowledge of the EYFS and child development. Excellent communication and organisational skills. A positive, professional and enthusiastic approach. A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development. Desirable Experience supporting or mentoring colleagues. Experience working with SEND. Experience of Ofsted inspections. Paediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene or Safeguarding qualifications. Why Join Shooting Stars? We know our people are our greatest asset, which is why we offer: £14.60 per hour Annual pay and benefits review 50% childcare discount Increasing annual leave entitlement with service Fully funded training and qualifications Clear career progression opportunities Opportunities to progress into Room Leader and wider leadership roles Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Free uniform Enhanced DBS paid for by us Staff recognition awards Team celebrations and social events Supportive management team and positive workplace culture Apply Today If you're an experienced Early Years professional who is ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply Now and join Shooting Stars Kings Norton as our next Senior Nursery Practitioner. Safeguarding Commitment Shooting Stars Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all colleagues to share this commitment. Employment is subject to enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks. Benefits Why Join Shooting Stars? We know our people are our greatest asset, which is why we offer: £14.60 per hour Annual pay and benefits review 50% childcare discount Increasing annual leave entitlement with service Fully funded training and qualifications Clear career progression opportunities Opportunities to progress into Room Leader and wider leadership roles Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Free uniform Enhanced DBS paid for by us Staff recognition awards Team celebrations and social events Supportive management team and positive workplace culture Apply Today If you're an experienced Early Years professional who is ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply Now and join Shooting Stars Kings Norton as our next Senior Nursery Practitioner. Vacancy Reference: KN SNN 10.08.26 Posted via: eyrecruit

Dumfries and Galloway Council - Dumfries

£15,577.73 to £16,541.10 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Job Description Early Years Support Assistant (7/40228) (Fixed Term) Collin Primary School £15,577.73 - £16,541.10 Collin Primary School is seeking an Early Years Support Assistant to fill a fixed term vacancy for up to August 2027. You will be required to work 22.5 hours per week 39 weeks per year, hours to be discussed at interview. This post may be suitable for secondment. Agreement from your line manager must be sought before applying for this post. Collin Nursery setting caters for children aged 2-5 years old. We strive to provide an enriching, nurturing environment both indoors and out to help promote children's independence and curiosity. Educated to SCQF level 6 in Social Services, Children & Young People or equivalent. We require someone who can adapt quickly to fulfilling the educational and social needs of pupils in our Nursery and who will play an active role in our staff team. The successful candidate will display the appropriate professional skills and abilities, knowledge and understanding. We require someone who can participate in implementation of the development of the curriculum within our nursery class following the appropriate school policies on learning including pupil assessment. You must be able to work in a collegiate way with staff in school, with colleagues in other establishments and agencies, consulting regularly with parents and carers Early Years Support Assistant applicants must hold a relevant qualification that enables registration with The Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) as a Support Worker in Day Care Children’s Services (without conditions). Link to list of acceptable qualifications below: https://www.sssc.uk.com/knowledgebase/article/KA-02525/en-us Successful applicants for early education and childcare posts will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months. ‘Dumfries and Galloway Council’s Nursery settings may operate between the hours of 8.00am – 6.00pm and employee working patterns will be required to meet the needs of the service’. This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council. Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident. Requirements With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions. Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation. For further information please contact: Caroline Lindsay - Nursery Manager Tel: (01387) 750227 Email: gw09lindsaycaroline3@ea.dumgal.sch.uk

Dumfries and Galloway Council - Lockerbie

£18,000.93 to £19,114.16 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Job Description Early Years Support Assistant (Fixed Term) Lockerbie Nursery £18,000.93 - £19,114.16 Lockerbie Nursery is seeking an Early Years Support Assistant. You will be required to work 26 hours per week over 39 weeks per year. This post is fixed term for up to 1 year. This post may be suitable for secondment. Agreement from your line manager must be sought before applying for this post. The working pattern will be discussed at interview. Lockerbie Nursery has a setting that caters for pre-school aged children 2–5-year-olds. We are a great team that work collaboratively. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, motivated and have a caring nature to support our youngest children and their families. As an employee of Dumfries and Galloway Council you will be working as part of the Early Learning and Childcare team. You will make a real difference to children’s lives. Indoors and out, you will nurture young children and deliver stimulating learning opportunities, encourage children to use their imagination, be creative, develop problem solving skills, negotiate solutions and build relationships. This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council. Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident. With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions. Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation. For further information please contact: Michelle Hamer 01576 205180 gw08hamermichelle@ea.dumgal.sch.uk Requirements

Falkirk Council - Bo'ness

£34,957 to £38,834 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Job Description Senior Early Years Officer (Grange Primary School, ELC Class) Post ID ES9666 A vacancy has arisen for a dedicated and enthusiastic Senior Early Years Officer at Grange Primary School Early Learning and Childcare Class The nursery class operates Monday to Friday from 9.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. during term time. The successful candidate will assist in the management and provision of early learning and childcare service within the school. You should have sound knowledge of current early learning and childcare provision and procedures with extensive experience of working with children from birth to 5 years. You will hold an HNC in Childcare and Education, an SNNB Certificate or equivalent qualification. You should hold a qualification to allow registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). Experience or knowledge of outdoor learning/forest nursery approach would be advantageous. This is a term-time post, full time (37 hours) and is permanent with Falkirk Council Education Services. Please note salary will be adjusted for term time working. Although initially based at Grange PS you may be asked to work in any Falkirk Council setting. If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

Hays Specialist Recruitment - Dudley, West Midlands

£95 to £110 a day

On-siteTemporaryFull time

Hays Education are working in partnership with a welcoming and nurturing primary setting in Dudley that is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and inspiring environment where every child is encouraged to thrive. The school places a strong emphasis on developing children's confidence, independence and love of learning whilst fostering positive relationships with families and the wider community. We are looking to appoint a dedicated Level 2 Early Years Practitioner to join their Early Years team from September. As a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner, you will be based within the 2-year-olds provision, supporting young children as they begin their learning journey. You will play a key role in creating a stimulating and engaging environment that promotes children's development across all areas of learning.You will be responsible for a group of 8 key children, monitoring their progress and ensuring they receive the support they need to reach their full potential. Your Responsibilities Will Include: Supporting children aged 2 years old with their learning and development Planning and delivering engaging activities in line with the EYFS Framework Acting as a key worker for 8 children Monitoring, assessing and recording children's progress and achievements Writing observations, reports and learning journeys Supporting children's communication, language and social development Creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment Working closely with colleagues and parents to support children's individual needs Encouraging children to develop confidence, independence and positive relationships What You'll Need to Succeed: Level 2 qualification in Early Years or Childcare Experience working within an Early Years setting Good understanding of the EYFS Framework Experience completing observations and tracking children's progress Strong communication and organisational skills A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children What You'll Get in Return: Day rate of up to £110 per day, in addition to holiday pay Access to the Hays App, where you can manage your timesheets, book holidays, access free training and complete wellbeing courses Ongoing support from your own dedicated Hays Education consultant £250 in high street vouchers through our Refer a Friend scheme Local work opportunities available across the West Midlands Access to free CPD and professional development opportunities Opportunity to secure a long-term or permanent position What You Need To Do Now: If you are a passionate Early Years Practitioner looking for your next opportunity in Dudley, we would love to hear from you. Click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Hays Specialist Recruitment - Walsall, West Midlands

£95 to £110 a day

On-siteTemporaryFull time

Are you a passionate Level 3 Early Years Practitioner looking for your next role in September? Hays Education are working with a welcoming and nurturing primary setting in Walsall that is looking to appoint a dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join their pre-school team.This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a school that puts children at the heart of everything they do. The school prides itself on creating a supportive, inclusive and caring environment where every child is encouraged to develop confidence, curiosity and a love of learning from an early age. Your new role: As a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner, you will have responsibility for a small group of key children within the pre-school provision. You will support their learning and development through engaging activities, observations and assessments, ensuring every child receives the support they need to thrive. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting a small group of key children within the pre-school setting Monitoring, tracking and reporting on children's progress and development Planning and delivering engaging activities in line with the EYFS Framework Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues Completing observations and maintaining accurate learning records Creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment Supporting children's social, emotional and educational development What you'll need to succeed: A Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent) Previous experience working with pre-school-aged children Strong knowledge of the EYFS Framework Experience carrying out observations and assessments A caring, enthusiastic and positive approach Excellent communication and teamwork skills An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for a new DBS What you'll get in return: Day rate of up to £110 per day in addition to holiday pay Access to the Hays App, where you can access your timesheets, holiday booking system, free training, well-being course. Benefits of working with your own personal consultant. Receive £250 in high street vouchers every time you recommend a friend to us Local work available to you in the West Midlands. What you need to do now: If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Best Practice Network Limited - Surrey

from £8 an hour

On-siteApprenticeshipFull time

We have a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring apprentice to join our team. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are ambitious and want to gain playworker qualification while getting experience. You'll create meaningful relationships with the children, your team and with parents. Responsibilities • Supporting children: Providing care, play, and learning activities for children of different ages and developmental stages • Creating a safe environment: Ensuring the environment is inclusive and appropriate for children's needs and cultural backgrounds • Communicating with parents: Sharing information about children's needs and progress with parents and carers • Observing and assessing children: Monitoring children and discussing concerns with a line manager • Maintaining records: Keeping records of attendance, contact details, and other relevant information • Attending courses: Participating in courses and meetings to develop skills and knowledge • Completing tasks: Completing tests, assignments, and other tasks as part of the apprenticeship • Working with others: Collaborating with colleagues and other professionals to meet children's needs • Following policies: Adhering to policies and procedures relevant to the work of the setting