We are looking for dedicated, inspirational and FUN fully Qualified Nursery Nurses/Early Years practitioners to join the enthusiastic team in our Ofsted-Outstanding Hereford Nursery. Salary: Dependent on experience. Hours: Year-Round, 36 - 41.5 hours per week.

We are looking for someone who can provide our children with a warm and nurturing environment, has a sense of fun - with a genuine PASSION for bringing our children through life’s learning adventures! You will have experience in planning and observation and will be required to follow and contribute to our policies and procedures.

Beech House Nursery School offer great staff benefits. Our team receive one free hot lunch each week, along with a fully stocked fruit basket, teas and coffees to enjoy during the day. We provide a NHS Top-Up scheme for team members who stay with us for more than two years. 28 days holiday each year, plus one extra day of holiday per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 extra days (33 days in total). NEST pension scheme. We have dedicated Staff Wellbeing champions to support you whenever you require, together with access to a 24/7 telephone counselling service. You will be provided with a tunic and polo shirt and have the opportunity to attend team building experiences throughout the year as well as regular CPD training.

We do have vacancies for both Apprentices and Unqualified Support Staff - please do note clearly if you are applying for a Qualified position (for those with a full and relevant early years qualification) or if you would like to earn while you learn in an Unqualified capacity.

Note, the Position is dependent upon satisfactory DBS and Reference checks.

If you are interested in joining our team, please click here to complete an application form. For more information, please tel: 01432 264507

We are looking for a classroom assistant (Maternity cover Jan 26 – Dec 26) to join our enthusiastic and friendly team. 32 hours per week, Monday – Friday, Term Time only.

The post requires an individual who has a positive can-do attitude, is self-motivated, reliable and cheerful, with a passion for working with children, especially in Early years. Essentially, you will be committed to enabling all children to develop and learn in a patient, caring, understanding, supportive, safe and friendly environment.

Preference will be given to someone who has the flexibility to work our After School and Holiday club when needed for staff shortages/holidays.

Candidates are welcome to come and look around. For further details and/or an application pack including job description and person specification, or to arrange a visit, please contact Mrs Joyce Sprason, Business Manager, Email: northwaypreschoolplaygroup@googlemail.com, Telephone: 01684 276040.

Closing date: Thursday 18^th December 2025, 3 pm.

Only applicants who have been selected for Interview will be notified.

Early Years Educator - permanent position, part time, 3 days a week. Term time only. Start Date: ASAP.

We are looking for an early years educator to work as a key person for children and as part of the setting team, under the direction of the setting Manager to provide safe, caring, high quality education for children aged 2 to 4. Minimum qualification level 3 with at least 2 years of experience in Early Years required.

For more information or to apply for the role, please Email:  painswickplaygroup@yahoo.co.uk or Telephone: 01452 813316.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Deputy Playleader to join our team. Hours: 36.25 hours per week, term time only. We can offer some flexibility on start and finish times, and on contracted hours. Hourly Rate: £12.76.

We are a friendly and popular parent-run community playgroup situated on the edge of Rodborough Common. We provide childcare for children between the ages of 2 years 6 months and 4 years. Our hours are generally between 8:15am and 3:30pm.

We are looking for a candidate who can bring energy, creativity and dedication to this key role of Deputy Playleader. Responsibilities include leading sessions, supporting our Playleader in the management and running of Playgroup, and sharing best practice.

We welcome applications from people who have experience as a Deputy Playleader or can demonstrate their ability to take on extra responsibility.

If you have strong leadership qualities and can bring fresh perspectives and ideas to shape and develop our playgroup, we would love to hear from you.

A level 3 qualification or above in early years is essential and 2 years' experience at this level is desirable. We will provide access to excellent in-house and professional training.

For more information, please click here. To apply please email chair@rodboroughplaygroup.co.uk and request an application pack.

Closing Date: 28 December 2025

Playworker required, Permanent position, Term time only. Mon - Fri: 7:40am – 8:40am and Thurs - Fri: 3:15pm - 5:30pm - 9.5 hours per week. Start date to be arranged.

Mother Goose is a relaxed, friendly play setting for children before and after school located at Eastington Primary School and Great Oldbury.

We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our growing business. The right candidates will ideally have Playworker level 2 and First Aid, but not essential if they are willing to take on the training that is required. Good rates of pay to be determined on experience.

For more information or if you are interesting in the position, please email: beccypeg@hotmail.com.

We are looking for an Early Years Practitioner (Level 3). Would consider Level 2 if willing to complete Level 3 qualification. Term time only. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with hours increasing through the academic year.

The children have asked for a nice caring person, who loves making mud pies, potion making and role play. Must be amazing at splashing is muddy puddles.

If you feel you are able to fill this job description please email: Michelle Mills: tutshillpreschool@gmail.com

Early Years Practitioner, Term Time Only. Fixed term contract until 19 July 2026 with 3 months probation. Monday to Thursday 8:30am – 3:45pm. Pay: dependent on experience. Start Date: January 2026.

St. Mary’s Playgroup is a small, friendly, and welcoming preschool setting based in Churchdown. Due to staff relocation, we are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join our team.

We are looking for a candidate who holds a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in childcare, with a minimum of one year’s experience working in an early years setting. You will be creative, motivated, and committed to supporting children’s learning and development and share St Mary’s passion for helping children become the best they can be.

All relevant checks, including DBS, will be carried out. St. Mary’s Playgroup follows safer recruitment procedures.

For an application form or further information, please contact Marie Kilminster T: 07706 496284or email:  info@playgroupstmarys.org.uk

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner required four days a week, approx: 6.5 hours a day (8:30am – 3:00pm) term-time only. Fixed term until July 26, with the possibility of extending. Working across our settings in Longlevens (PATA @ Tiny Tots and PATA @ Elmbridge Under Fives). Start Date: ASAP.

We are recruiting due to increasing numbers and the popularity of our Longlevens settings.  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. Should you have any questions please email vacancies@pataglos.org.uk. 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.

Closing date: Monday 8^th December 2025

Deputy Nursery Manager. Hours: 35 hours per week, 39 weeks (Includes INSET). Post Grade: Grade 6 (Starting Salary £24,374). Start date: ASAP.

This is a unique opportunity for a Deputy Nursery Manager to join us in the running of a nursery and pre-school facility for 2, 3 and 4 year olds. This is a chance to join a highly experienced and professional team with the aim of providing an excellent early years setting for local children.

The desired candidates must be passionate about children’s learning and development, have excellent communication skills, enjoy getting messy and embrace all aspects of learning indoors and outdoors, whatever the weather. The successful applicant must have a keen belief in a child centered approach and learning through play. They will share our passion for providing a creative curriculum and will share our love of open-ended investigation and exploration. Level 3 Early Years Qualification (NNEB, NVQ3, BTEC or equivalent) is an essential requirement.

We offer you a warm and welcoming school community, with excellent professional development and career pathway opportunities and collaboration with, and support from, schools across the Trust. You will have access to our staff discount platform allowing you to take advantage of discounts across 000’s of high street retailers and 24/7 access to health and well-being support.

For more information, please click here. If you feel you have the necessary experience and qualification and would like to join our Trust, we’ll look forward to receiving your application. To apply please use this link; Every Candidate Portal - View Job Details. If you would like to discuss this position, please contact the school directly on 01242 527766.

Closing date: Thursday 4th December 2025.

Pre-School & After School Assistant. Term time only, minimum 24 hours per week to be agreed and to be worked flexibly.  Pay based on experience and qualifications.  

Blue Coat Pre-School & Busy Bees cares for children from age 2 to 11 years during the hours of 7:45am and 6:00pm.

We are a fun-loving and ambitious setting, dedicated to providing quality and safe childcare. You will need to be fun, energetic, enthusiastic and able to be flexible and cope with the challenges of working with young children

The ideal candidate will be Level 3 Early Years qualified. Qualifications in Safeguarding, Forest School Leader, ECAT, Health & Safety, Food Safety or First Aid  are an advantage but not essential.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on successful applicants including an enhanced disclosure check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

For an application pack please contact Mrs Jo Bell, Administrator/Vicky Starling, Manager on 01453 525022 or admin@bluecoatpreschoolbusybees.co.uk or manager@bluecoatpreschoolbusybees.co.uk

We will review applications and interview on receipt.