Are you an inspiring Early Years Professional ready to lead, grow and make a real difference to both our setting and the children and families it serves?

Job Opportunity

Early Years Manager - PATA @ Earlybirds, Cinderford 

Term Time Only | Full-Time and Reduced Hours Considered

We’re recruiting a Manager for PATA @ Earlybirds in Cinderford. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our newest setting, developing a thriving team and helping more children access outstanding affordable early years experiences.

As Manager, you will play a key role in building strong foundations for children to succeed in life, driving quality, supporting staff development, and creating an environment where children can flourish.

Why Join PATA?

As part of the team, you’ll benefit from:

• Dedicated support from our experienced Support Centre and Leadership team

• Regular networking and peer support meetings with other PATA setting managers

• An established setting with access to high-quality equipment and resources

• Ongoing professional development and CPD opportunities to help develop your skills and career

• The opportunity to make a lasting impact within a respected and expanding organisation. 

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about delivering exceptional early years education and care

• An enthusiastic and positive leader who can motivate and inspire others

• Creative, proactive and committed to continuous improvement

• Ready to take both themselves and their team to the next level

You will need:

• Minimum of 2 years' experience working at Level 3 or above within an Early Years setting

• Current Child Protection/Safeguarding and preferably Paediatric First Aid certificates

• Strong leadership and organisational skills

• A commitment to high-quality childcare and positive outcomes for every child. 

Experience of working with partnership agencies and supporting children who are vulnerable or have additional needs would be advantageous.

Ready for Your Next Challenge?

If you're looking for an exciting leadership role where you can shape a growing setting, grow a talented team, and enjoy the support and benefits of our organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

For details of a full job description please click here. To apply, please click here to complete an application form.

To help PATA meet the aims and commitment of the organisation’s equality policy, please help by clicking here to complete our Equality and Diversity monitoring form.

Level 2 or 3 Early Years Educator required until the end of the Summer term 2027 (fixed term contract) to primarily support a child with additional needs. Working hours:18 hours per week. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 8:45am – 315pm. Start Date: ASAP.

You will need experience of working at level 2 or above in early years, ideally with children with additional needs. Certificates in both child protection and first aid would be advantageous but are not essential.  If you are looking for a great opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children then we are keen to hear from you.

For details of a full job description please click here. To apply, please click here to complete an application form.

To help PATA meet the aims and commitment of the orgainsation’s equality policy, please help by clicking here to complete our Equality and Diversity monitoring form.

  

Level 3 Early Years Educator. Fixed Term Position until July 2027. Monday, Wednedsay & Friday, 8:30am - 3:15pm, with scope for more hours. Can be flexible with days if required. Rate of Pay: £12.83 per hour. Start date: ASAP. 

We are recruiting due to increasing numbers and the popularity of the setting.  The successful candidate must be keen, enthusiastic and committed to helping children become the best they can be.  You will need experience of working at level 3 or above in early years.  Certificates in both child protection and first aid would be advantageous but are not essential. If you are looking for a great opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children then we are keen to hear from you.

For details of a full job description please click here. To apply, please click here to complete an application form.

To help PATA meet the aims and commitment of the orgainsation’s equality policy, please help by clicking here to complete our Equality and Diversity monitoring form.

Level 3 Early Years Educator required, 4 days a week (8:30am – 3:15pm) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, term-time only. Fixed term contract until Easter 2027, with possible extension. Pay Rate: £12.83. Start Date: as soon as possible.

We are recruiting due to increasing numbers and the popularity of the setting.  The successful candidate must be keen, enthusiastic and committed to helping children become the best they can be.  You will need experience of working at level 3 or above in early years.  Certificates in both child protection and first aid would be advantageous but are not essential.

PATA offers a pension scheme and great additional staff benefits including access to our excellent training, long service additional leave, a Christmas shopping afternoon in the Autumn term, contributions to Christmas and mid-year team parties, access to wellbeing support, a termly Outstanding Achievement award and not forgetting free tea and coffee and the occasional treat!

For details of a full job description please click here. To apply, please click here to complete an application form.

To help PATA meet the aims and commitment of the orgainsation’s equality policy, please help by clicking here to complete our Equality and Diversity monitoring form.

Would you like the opportunity to work in our popular preschool setting PATA @ Little Everlands based in Cams Everlands School, Dursley. 

If so, we are looking for a friendly person to do some light cleaning duties each day from 3:00pm – 4:00pm Monday to Friday. Initially this is a fixed term contract until July 2027 to begin ASAP, with the option to be made permanent. Cleaning duties will include daily vacuuming, sweeping and mopping of floors, cleaning the kitchen and toilets, together with additional daily/weekly tasks. Pay rate: £12.71 per hour.

The successful candidate must enjoy working around children, be DBS checked or obtain a DBS clearance (via PATA) to work at the setting (as children may be on site) and be thorough and efficient.  Please get in touch if this sounds like you!

For a full job description, please click here. To complete our online application form please click here.

To help PATA meet the aims and commitment of the orgainsation’s equality policy, please help by clicking here to complete our Equality and Diversity monitoring form.