Early Years Practitioner required, minimum of 20 hours per week with flexibility to increase hours based on the setting's needs, term time only, permanent contract. The salary is dependent on experience and qualifications but will be in the range of £9,000 - £11,000. We are a committee-run charity playgroup, which provides care for children aged 2-4 years. We are based in Cinderford, the heart of the Forest of Dean.  We pride ourselves with being child focused and we are currently working towards our curiosity approach accreditation. We are looking for a like-minded person to join our small team. We are looking for the following from candidates:

• A minimum of level 3 in Early Years.
• The ability to work as part of a small team and on an individual basis.
• Strong organisational skills as well as being able to multitask.
• Flexibility

To apply for this role please send your CV and covering letter to the Manager of the setting, Jodie Bishop, at earlybirdsplaygroup@yahoo.com

If you would like more information on the role, please do not hesitate to call Jodie on 01594824257

Nursery Apprentice required, full time position, 40  hours a week,  applicants with Grade C (4) or above in GCSE English preferred. We’re looking for a caring, motivated and enthusiastic person to join our team. We need a team player to assist and support within the different departments of the setting. See here for more information. Job responsibilities will include: preparing and carrying out activities to challenge and support the children’s learning and development. Salary will be discussed at interview. Apprenticeship training will be given through an external training company and our setting’s induction training will be given onsite by a senior member of staff. If you are interested in this position, then please email your CV with a covering letter to playhouse12345@aol.com FAO Rochelle or Liz

Playworker required for our established club of 28 years, start date week commencing 1 Nov 2021. Hours are 2:45-6:00pm, Mon, Tues, Thurs, Friday. (Thurs will change to Wed in Jan 2022 and there is a possibility of increasing to every weekday if numbers increase.) Applicants preferred with appropriate level 2 qualification or relevant experience and willing to do any necessary courses or training. Registered for up to 70 children, our priority is providing a safe, secure, fun & stimulating environment for children and a great service to give peace of mind to working parents. Rate of pay £9.00 per hour, salary is prorated and paid over 12 months to include holiday pay. To apply please send your CV to louisa.lowe@blueyonder.co.uk or contact Louisa Lowe on 07778 028576 

Child Care Assistant required, permanent full time position, applicants must have appropriate level 2, 3 qualification or equivalent in Early Years is preferable. Other training will be provided and you will be working as part of a team in a busy child care setting that includes a Breakfast Club, Nursery, Pre School and After School Club. Hours will be approximately 30 per week. Some costs will be met by the employer, as well as first aid and child protection training. To apply please email the Manager, Denise Arnold, at childcare@st-gregorygreat.gloucs.sch.uk 

Group leader required, come and join our friendly and dedicated team of childcare professionals in our warm and friendly nursery setting. You will be a kind and enthusiastic leader, passionate and committed to supporting all the children to achieve and develop their personal goals and have lots of fun! Ideally applicants will ideally hold an appropriate level 3 Early Years qualification and GCSEs at grade C or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths, as well as a minimum of 3 years experience of working with young children. Hours are 9:00am-5:00pm during school term times as well as working during our holiday clubs (2 weeks in April and 3 weeks in August). For more details see here and to request an application pack please email puddleducks@eygloucestershire.co.uk or phone 01453 883788. Closing date for applications 5th October.

Early years educator required to join our friendly team at George’s Playgroup, minimum of 8 hours a week, term time only, permanent position, applicants must be appropriately qualified to at least level 2. Start date as soon as possible. George’s Playgroup is a small committee led playgroup within Harewood School, Tuffley grounds. We are looking for an exceptional and passionate individual who has an enthusiasm for working with pre-school children in the mornings. For further information or to request a job description and application form please contact Sarah Robins (Manager) on georgesplaygroup@eygloucestershire.co.uk Closing date for applications Fri 1st Oct. 

Bank staff required from November 2021, term time only. We are a small committee run playgroup close to Gloucester city centre. We are looking for enthusiastic, committed, flexible, caring and qualified bank staff to be available to cover staff out on training or sick leave etc. Applicants with an appropriate level 3 qualification preferred. For an application form and full job description please email Bethan Hayes at stcatharinesunderfives@live.co.uk . To apply for this position, please send applications by email to stcatharinesunderfives@live.co.uk by the closing date Friday 8th Oct. Interviews will be held week commencing Mon 11th Oct.

Cleaner required for immediate start, fixed term contract, term-time only. We are looking to employee a cleaner for 5 hours a week, with the potential to increase to 10 hours a week, term-time only, after 3:15pm. Duties will include vacuuming, mopping, cleaning and disinfecting toilets and securing the building. For more information see application pack www.coalwayearlyyears.co.uk or email bcplaygroup@btinternet.com or call 01594 839436. Closing date for applications 1st October.

Early Years Educator required for our friendly, beautifully located village pre-school (open to children aged from 2 years with an After School Club for children from St. Andrew’s Primary School). We are looking for a flexible, fun, enthusiastic, creative and committed practitioner who enjoys spending time outdoors. Applicants with appropriate level 2 or above qualification preferred but not essential. We currently operate 18 hours a week from 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday-Friday in term time. There is potential of increasing hours as our intake grows, along with providing cover for sickness and training. For further information or an application form, please email chedworthpreschool@gmail.com or telephone 07840 370220. Closing date for applications 1st 0ctober.

Preschool Assistant required, part time position, applicants need to be appropriately qualified at level 3.  We are looking for a part time Preschool Assistant, Level 3, to join our small team. We are a small committee run rural preschool in Sherborne, we have children aged between 2 and 5 years and a maximum of 12 children per session. Next door to us is a National Trust Wood where we have our weekly Forest School sessions. We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and a motivated person to join our team, where you will contribute to providing a fun, stimulating and safe environment for our children. Due to our rural location it would be advisable to have your own suitable transport. The position is for either: 21hrs a week Mon, Weds, Fri 9-3 and Tues 12-3 or 24hrs a week Mon, Tues, Weds, Fri 9-3 Salary £9.50 per hour.

For an application form or further information please call 01451 844833 or email sherbornepreschool@gmail.com

Closing date for applications Friday 1st October.