Deputy Playleader. Full- time. 36.26 hours per week (with some flexibility). Term time only. Hourly Rate: £14.00 - £15.50 an hour (Dependent on experience).

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Deputy Playleader to join our team.

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 yrs 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.

This role will involve regular days where the candidate is in operational charge of the setting, so would suit someone looking to progress into a management position'.

You can apply directly on our website: https://www.rodboroughplaygroup.co.uk/deputy-playleader-safer-recruitment-form

Closing date: 6 December 2026

Playgroup Bank Staff required - Term Time Only, Part-Time, Temporary Position. Pay: £12.71.

Whiteshill Playgroup has been serving the families of Whiteshill and the wider Stroud area since 1985. We have a fantastic team, all of whom are professional, enthusiastic, and passionate about early years education.

We are seeking experienced early years practitioners to join our bank staff team, mostly covering for illness, busy periods, and other unexpected events. The role is on an ad hoc basis, but it’s likely that at least one successful applicant will be offered one day a week until the end of the academic year.

The playgroup is open daily during term time from 8:30am - 3:00pm, Tuesday to Friday, and welcomes children between 2 and 4 years old.

Applicants should possess an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Early Years Education & Childcare or equivalent, and be proactive and motivated to assist the existing team in the day-to-day running of the setting. You will help deliver play-based activities for the children that foster a fun and stimulating environment, and support their learning and development in accordance with the EYFS framework.

Please contact chair@whiteshillplaygroup.co.uk for a full job description and application form.

Preschool Assistant. Permanent Position. Qualification: Level 2 or 3 full and relevant to early years. Days/times: Tues 9:00am - 3:45pm, Thurs 9:00am - 3:45pm and Friday 9:00am - 3:45pm, with flexibility to increase hours if needed. Term Time. Pay Rate: £13.26 per hour. Start Date: ASAP.

Located in the heart of Leckhampton, Broadlands is a thriving community preschool. Open during term time, we care for approximately 50 children, aged between 2 and 5 years.  Broadlands is a popular setting, currently with most days running at full capacity. The Broadlands staff team are a friendly group and are supported by an active Committee of Volunteers. 

Broadlands currently runs sessions between 9:00am and 3.30pm weekdays during term time. Staff are required to work beyond these hours to set up and tidy up and to attend meetings. 

We are looking for someone with superb communication skills and the ability to work well in a team. 

Previous experience in a childcare setting is necessary together with a real enthusiasm for creating a fun environment in which children can learn.

A clear understanding of, and commitment to, both safeguarding requirements and equal opportunities will be necessary. 

DBS required and Paediatric first aid and Safeguarding Level 2 is desirable.

For more information, please contact Flo Speller, Manager by email: broadlands@eygloucestershire.co.uk 

Pre-School Assistant, Permanent Contract, 20 hours per week, term time only contract, with the initial working pattern spread across Monday to Wednesday and Friday each week. In addition, you’ll have the chance to take on extra hours throughout the year, bringing your total to as much as 27 hours weekly. Full details of hours, and working days, will be discussed at interview. Grade 3 (pts 4-6) £25,185 – £25,989 pa pro rata. Start Date: asap.

Little Chestnuts Pre-school at Woodmancote School is looking to appoint an outstanding Pre-school Assistant to join our friendly team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive, energetic, friendly school that prides itself on inclusivity and reflective practice.

The successful candidate will have a genuine love of working with young children, be an outstanding practitioner with a proven track record in pre-school. You will have experience working in EYFS,  a minimum Level 2 recognised Early Years qualification and an understanding of the assessment and record keeping needs of an early years setting. You will be warm and approachable in order to work alongside families effectively to ensure children settle into education, make learning fun, challenging and inspiring, be proactive in addressing areas of weakness through CPD and have great interpersonal skills in order to contribute to the team spirit at the preschool.

We can promise a supportive and friendly staff, purpose built accommodation that enables each practitioner to deliver high quality teaching and learning. We have a supportive, yet challenging Governing Body that cares about staff welfare, pupil progress and the schools place within the community and parents who support education and are actively engaged with their child’s learning.

For further details of a job description and person specification, please visit our e-teach platform https://www.eteach.com/careers/woodmancoteschool/

Completed applications should be made through our e-teach platform.

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner – Full-time, permanent.

We are a friendly, family-run nursery in Cheltenham looking for a Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our caring and dedicated team.

If you’re passionate about providing high quality childcare, love seeing children grow and learn, and bring energy and creativity to everything you do we would love to hear from you.

What we’re looking for a Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent). The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, reliable, and have great initiative. They will have excellent communication skills and a warm, caring approach. They will be a strong team player who enjoys collaborating with others to create a positive, supportive environment and have a genuine love for working with young children.

We offer a welcoming, family-focused setting where you’ll feel valued and supported, competitive pay rates and rewards schemes, together with a company pension. You will be provided with ongoing training and development opportunities to help you grow in your career and have a chance to make a real difference in the early years of children’s lives.

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please contact Rachel Howell on T: 01242 577581 or email: info@littlesmarties.co.uk

Early Years Educator. Monday to Thursday, 8:00am - 6:00pm and Friday 8:00am - 3:00pm. We are an open all year round nursery in the Reddings area of Cheltenham. Salary will be discussed during the interview stage and will be based upon qualifications and experience.

Are you confident, enthusiastic and motivated with a large helping of fun, creativity and dedication?

We are looking for an early years educator to join our expanding team in our warm caring nursery. The candidate will need to be kind, caring and have a love for children. They need to be excited to watch children develop and have an ability to make everyday fun. Story times need to be exhilarating and take the children’s imaginations too far off lands. They must be able to plan wonderful activities based on the children they have in the care and challenge them to learn new things on a daily basis. They must be prepared for hard work, keep children safe and have fantastic teamwork and communicative skills. If you are this person, we would love to hear from you.

In return you will be working with a fantastic team who put the children first at all times. Your voice will be heard and you will be valued by everyone.

For an application form please email Ellie or Carys at foxcubsnursery@hotmail.com or telephone 01452 857449.

Deputy Manager required. Minimum Level 3 qualified. Temporary position to July 2027. Pay Rate: £14.40.  Start date: Immediate start available - part time with potential for full time after probation period. 

The Early Years Deputy Manager will assist the Early Years Manager in the overall management of the setting, and to take responsibility for the setting in the Manager’s absence. To fulfill legal and statutory requirements and to contribute to and implement the setting’s policies in order for the setting to provide a safe, caring and high-quality environment for children aged 2 to 5.

For more information or to apply for the position, please email: bpsofficial@hotmail.com

Early Years Educator required. Year-Round, between 30 to 35.5 hours week. Pay: Up to £17.75 per hour. Hourly rate dependent on experience and qualifications.

We are recruiting an enthusiastic, experienced and proactive Early Years Educator to work within our mixed-age class, supporting children in their final Pre-School year, on a year-round basis.

We would ideally like applicants to have qualified as an Early Years Teacher, with experience as a Reception Class Teacher or in leading a Kindergarten/Pre-School. However, we also warmly welcome applications from candidates who hold a degree in Early Years and have relevant experience. The successful candidate will be expected to provide an enhanced DBS check and relevant references.

Your duties will include planning and activity delivery to the EYFS and our CHILD-based Nursery curriculum, as well as both indoor and outdoor play. You must have an excellent understanding of child development, the ability to follow and contribute to our policies and procedures, and enjoy maintaining and developing a safe and stimulating learning environment.

Our chosen candidate will have excellent communication skills, strong teamwork abilities, a caring and calm attitude, and the ability to form close relationships with children, parents and staff.

It is desirable, though not essential, that candidate has experience using online learning journals, and you will preferably hold a current paediatric first aid certificate and have attended recent safeguarding training - although these can both be provided.

We are able to offer you one free hot lunch each week, along with a fully stocked fruit basket to enjoy during the day, plus free tea and coffee. Team building experiences throughout the year.  NHS Top-Up scheme for team members who stay with us for more than two years. Dedicated staff Wellbeing Champions to support you whenever you require, along with access to a 24/7 telephone counselling service and NEST Pension Scheme.

Due to capacity limitations, we are unable to offer childcare places for the children of staff members or apprentices.

For more information or to apply for the position, please email: pa@woodlandsnurserygroup.co.uk

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

We are recruiting. Due to new management and a growing team, we are looking to recruit an Early Years Educator, Level 3 to build the setting and develop the strong foundations for children to succeed in life, driving quality, staff development, and creating an environment where children can flourish.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about delivering exceptional early years education and care

• Committed to helping children be the best they can be
• Enthusiastic and positive attitude who can motivate and inspire others
• Creative, proactive and committed to continuous improvement
• Ready to take both themselves and work with their team to take the setting to next level

You will need:

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

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.

 Closing Date: 2 November 2026

Are you an inspiring Early Years Professional, who would like to join our newly managed team to help it grow and make a real difference to both our setting and the children and families it serves?

Job Opportunity

Early Years Deputy Manager - PATA @ Earlybirds, Cinderford

Term Time Only | Full-Time (Monday to Friday 8:30am – 3:30pm),  Reduced Hours Considered

Due to a new management, we are recruiting a Deputy Manager for PATA @ Earlybirds in Cinderford.

As Deputy Manager, you will work alongside the Manager and 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 deputy 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 attitude 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:

• Min. 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
• 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.

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.

Closing Date: 2 November 2026