Early Years Educator
Shooting Stars Nurseries - Hinckley, Leicestershire
£14.10 to £14.10 an hour
PermanentFull time
Early Years Educator Shooting Stars Nursery – Hinckley, Leicestershire LE10 1AD £14.10 per hour | Full-Time (40 hours per week) Part-time applications may also be considered Monday to Friday | Between 7:30am and 6:00pm Open all year round | Closed on bank holidays Help Shape Children's Early Learning Journey Shooting Stars Nursery in Hinckley is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Educator to join our experienced team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys nurturing young children, creating engaging learning opportunities and contributing to a positive nursery environment. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality childcare and education within a friendly, supportive setting where both children and team members are encouraged to flourish. If you are looking for a role where your skills and commitment are genuinely valued, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Be Doing In this role, you'll support children's development, wellbeing and learning through meaningful play experiences and everyday interactions. You'll contribute to a caring and stimulating environment that helps every child feel confident, secure and ready to explore. Key duties include: Acting as a key worker for a group of children Supporting children's individual learning and development needs Delivering engaging activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Maintaining a safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environment Building positive relationships with parents, carers and colleagues Completing observations and contributing to children's learning records Encouraging children's independence, confidence and social development Following nursery policies relating to safeguarding, health and safety and wellbeing About You We would welcome applications from candidates who have: A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (Level 2 applicants may also be considered) Experience working within a nursery, preschool or other early years setting Knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and best practice Strong communication and teamwork skills A warm, caring and professional approach to supporting young children Why Join Shooting Stars? We offer a range of benefits designed to support our team: Competitive hourly rate of £14.10 Annual reviews of pay and benefits Flexible working opportunities where possible 50% discount on childcare fees Enhanced annual leave entitlement linked to service Funded professional development and training opportunities Clear career progression pathways across our nursery group Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aid support Free uniform provided Enhanced DBS paid for by the nursery Dedicated staff facilities and break areas Regular staff appreciation events and recognition schemes Our Commitment to Safeguarding Shooting Stars Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all employees to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references. As this role is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, all convictions must be disclosed as part of the recruitment process. Vacancy Reference: HK NN 29.07.26 Posted via: eyrecruit
Early Years Educator
Kids Planet Day Nurseries - Leicester
from £13.18 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Whetstone as an Early Years Educator! This is a part-time role based on 30 hours per week, working 12pm-6pm Monday to Friday. We’re now looking for a Qualified Early Years Educator to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Whetstone? Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women, for the second year running Crowned NMT’s Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply What we offer our Early Years Educators: Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day! Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you! Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. How you’ll make a difference as an Early Years Educator: By offering exceptional care and education in accordance with the EYFS, supporting and meeting the unique needs of each child in your care. Through working supportively and collaboratively with your team to create a caring, playful environment for every child. By building warm, trusting relationships with families through kind, open communication. What an Early Years Educator needs: Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification. A strong understanding of EYFS. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children. Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Whetstone. We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish! Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.
Early Years Educator
Kids Planet Day Nurseries - Kibworth, Leicester
On-sitePermanentFull time
What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Smeeton Road Formerly known as Hunny Hive as an Early Years Educator! We have both Part and Full time roles available. We’re now looking for a Qualified Early Years Educator to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Smeeton Road? Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 Crowned NMT’s Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply What we offer our Early Years Educators: Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day! Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you! Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. How you’ll make a difference as an Early Years Educator: By offering exceptional care and education in accordance with the EYFS, supporting and meeting the unique needs of each child in your care. Through working supportively and collaboratively with your team to create a caring, playful environment for every child. By building warm, trusting relationships with families through kind, open communication. What an Early Years Educator needs: Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification. A strong understanding of EYFS. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children. Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Smeeton Road. We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish! Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.
Early Years Educator
Kids Planet Day Nurseries - Lutterworth
£27,050 to £27,509 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Lutterworth as an Early Years Educator! We’re now looking for a Qualified Early Years Educator to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Lutterworth? A supportive and long-standing team All rooms have access to their own outdoor areas Excellent SEND team Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 Crowned NMT’s Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply What we offer our Early Years Educators: Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day! Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you! Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. How you’ll make a difference as an Early Years Educator: By offering exceptional care and education in accordance with the EYFS, supporting and meeting the unique needs of each child in your care. Through working supportively and collaboratively with your team to create a caring, playful environment for every child. By building warm, trusting relationships with families through kind, open communication. What an Early Years Educator needs: Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification. A strong understanding of EYFS. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children. Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Lutterworth. We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish! Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.
Early Years Educator
Kids Planet Day Nurseries - Leicester
On-sitePermanentFull time
What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Kibworth Formerly known as Hunny Bee as an Early Years Educator! We’re now looking for a Qualified Early Years Educator to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Kibworth? Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 Crowned NMT’s Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply What we offer our Early Years Educators: Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day! Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you! Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. How you’ll make a difference as an Early Years Educator: By offering exceptional care and education in accordance with the EYFS, supporting and meeting the unique needs of each child in your care. Through working supportively and collaboratively with your team to create a caring, playful environment for every child. By building warm, trusting relationships with families through kind, open communication. What an Early Years Educator needs: Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification. A strong understanding of EYFS. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children. Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Kibworth. We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish! Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.
Early Years Educator
Kids Planet Day Nurseries - Leicester, Countesthorpe
On-sitePermanentFull time
What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Countesthorpe formerly known as Hunny Comb as an Early Years Educator! This is a part time role. We’re now looking for a Qualified Early Years Educator to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Countesthorpe? Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 Crowned NMT’s Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply What we offer our Early Years Educators: Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day! Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you! Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. How you’ll make a difference as an Early Years Educator: By offering exceptional care and education in accordance with the EYFS, supporting and meeting the unique needs of each child in your care. Through working supportively and collaboratively with your team to create a caring, playful environment for every child. By building warm, trusting relationships with families through kind, open communication. What an Early Years Educator needs: Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification. A strong understanding of EYFS. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children. Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Countesthorpe. We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish! Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.
Early Years Educator
Loughborough University Nursery - Loughborough, LEICS
from £27,259 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
As an Early Years Educator, you will: • Plan and deliver engaging learning experiences aligned with the EYFS framework, leading small group activities and modelling high-quality interactions that promote curiosity and independence. • Observe, assess, and document children’s development to inform planning and next steps. • Champion inclusive practice and adapt environments to meet diverse needs. • Take responsibility for a specific area of learning or specialism (e.g. communication, outdoor learning, SEND). • Build strong, respectful relationships with children and families. • Contribute to team planning, reflective practice, and continuous improvement. • Mentor our Foundation Practitioners and students as appropriate.
Early Years Educator
eTeach UK Limited - Loughborough, Leicestershire
£25,537 - £27,232 per annum
On-sitePermanentFull time
Loughborough University NurseryWe are looking for an Qualified Early Years Educator to join our exceptional team at our outstanding nursery. Hours of work: Full time position working 37.5 hours per week, between the hours of 7.30am and 6pm. Rate of pay: £25,537 - £27,232 per annum, dependent on experience Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, paid leave day for your birthday, discounted nursery fees, free access to our on-campus gym and pool facilities at Burleigh Springs, free car parking, free meal & enrolment into company pension schemeAre you a creative and caring early years professional who believes in the power of play, the importance of children's voices, and the value of inclusive education? We are looking for an Early Years Educator to join our exceptional team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing, values-led environment where your expertise and ideas will be celebrated and your professional growth supported. Your Role As an Early Years Educator, you will: Plan and deliver engaging learning experiences aligned with the EYFS framework, leading small group activities and modelling high-quality interactions that promote curiosity and independence. Observe, assess, and document children’s development to inform planning and next steps. Champion inclusive practice and adapt environments to meet diverse needs. Take responsibility for a specific area of learning or specialism (e.g. communication, outdoor learning, SEND). Build strong, respectful relationships with children and families. Contribute to team planning, reflective practice, and continuous improvement. Mentor our Foundation Practitioners and students as appropriate. About You You must have experience of working with children aged 0-5 in an early years setting, with a Level 3 qualification in Early Years or equivalent. We are looking for an individual with strong communication, planning and organisational skills, who has a sound understanding of the EYFS framework, child development and safeguarding practice. You will be supported in your role and work alongside a passionate team in a well-resourced nursery that values your expertise and ideas. Successful appointment is subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS check. About Us Recently rated outstanding by OFSTED in all aspects, our vision is simple…to build a world class nursery that consistently delivers fabulous learning, play and fun. At Loughborough University Nursery, we bring families and children together – to create a place where children love to be. We deliver an exemplary service that respects and honor the needs of every child, celebrates their contribution, and builds on our key values of care, education, and play. Our 100-place nursery is found in the heart of campus providing education and care to the children of university employees, students, and the local community. We are a diverse and vibrant community recognised for our excellence in inclusion, teaching, and learning. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and expect our employees to share this commitment. We are part of the Imago Venues family, and we contribute to making Imago Venues a fabulous place to work. We care about our people and we’re kind to each other. We’re ambitious, ethical, sustainable and, most importantly, we’re accountable. We take workplace engagement seriously and are proud to have been awarded the Best Companies accreditation as very good to work for 2025.Come and join our fantastic team and be part of an outstanding university nursery with a reputation for excellence.
Early Years Educator
Kids Planet Day Nurseries - Coalville
On-sitePermanentFull time
What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Coalville formerly known as Hunny Jar as an Early Years Educator! We’re now looking for a Qualified Early Years Educator to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Coalville? Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 Crowned NMT’s Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply What we offer our Early Years Educators: Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day! Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you! Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. How you’ll make a difference as an Early Years Educator: By offering exceptional care and education in accordance with the EYFS, supporting and meeting the unique needs of each child in your care. Through working supportively and collaboratively with your team to create a caring, playful environment for every child. By building warm, trusting relationships with families through kind, open communication. What an Early Years Educator needs: Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification. A strong understanding of EYFS. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children. Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Coalville. We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish! Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.
Early Years Practitioner
eTeach UK Limited - Desford, Leicestershire
£24,997 - £25,588
On-sitePermanentFull time
Early Years PractitionerRequired from ASAPGrade 4, Point 6 to Grade 5, Point 7-8 Contract type - PermanentActual salary - 37 Hours a week, 52 weeks per yearThe Head teacher and Governing Body wish to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to support the Nursery manager at Bosworth Academy Day Nursery. Bosworth Nursery is a popular nursery provision, within the LiFE Multi-Academy Trust. You will support the nursery team to deliver quality childcare within the EYFS framework, assist with the planning and delivery of all day to day activities in the nursery and be fully committed to the happiness, well-being, safeguarding, self-esteem and progress of all children in your care. The successful candidate will be qualified to a minimum of NVQ level 3 in childcare with previous experience of working with children. You will have a good knowledge of the EYFS standards/framework, other statutory requirements and codes of practice. It is essential that you are a strong team worker who is flexible and willing to work with all staff across the nursery and college. Bosworth Academy Day Nursery aims to provide a safe, happy and stimulating learning environment for children to develop. The nursery is based at Bosworth Academy Community which is part of Life Multi Academy Trust. For up to 20 children ranging from 3 months to 5 years, the nursery is ideally situated for both staff and parents with free on-site car Further information and application forms are available on our school website.We can offer you: ● A chance to join a dynamic Early Years Trust with three nurseries ● A committed and dedicated team of qualified early years practitioners ● A strong passion for learning and development across all members of our nursery community ● 100% focus on improving outcomes for the children in our nurseries and across the Trust ● Excellent support for your professional development, including opportunities to visit other nurseries and learn from colleagues We require you to: ● Be passionate about children’s learning, development, and wellbeing ● Be a great team player with a positive, proactive approach ● Have high expectations for children’s learning, development, and behaviour ● Be an excellent early years practitioner with a strong record of achievement and success In addition, we offer: ● Access to training & development opportunities, including upskilling through the apprenticeship levy Closing DateThe closing date for completed applications is 12.00pm on Friday 11th September 2026.Application processApplication forms and further details can be downloaded from Eteach. Completed application forms should be submitted via ETeach. An email will be sent to shortlisted candidates with details of the interview process and the outline of the day. We invite you to apply so that you can find out more about our nursery. If there is any further information you wish to know.Thank you, and we are really looking forward to hearing from you.Bosworth AcademySimon Brown, Headteacher