We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Kids Club assistant to join our team. This role involves providing a safe, engaging, and fun environment for children in our After School Club which runs from 3:00pm – 6:00pm. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children.

Responsibilities include supervising and engaging with children in various activities, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times. Planning and implementing age-appropriate games and crafts. Maintaining a clean and organised play area, ensuring all toys and equipment are safe for use. Communicating effectively with parents regarding their children's experiences and collaborating with other staff members to create a positive atmosphere within the Kids Club.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience of working with children in a childcare setting or nursery, with a background in early childhood education. Strong communication skills in English are required to interact effectively with children, parents, and colleagues.

Visits to our setting are warmly welcomed. For more information or to apply for the position, please email: childcare@st-gregorygreat.gloucs.sch.uk

Level 3 Early Years Educator or Apprenticeship. Approx 40 hours per week, all year round.

St. Gregory's Child Care Trust is renowned for its warm and friendly atmosphere. We are dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for all children and helping each individual, whether they are children, staff, or parents, to reach their full potential.

We are currently looking for a proactive and experienced Level 3 Early Years Educator to join our exceptional childcare team. Would consider unqualified if candidate was willing to undertake apprenticeship. The ideal candidate would be a strong team player with a good understanding of the Development Matters Framework. We believe that children learn best when they are supported, challenged, and nurtured, and we extend this belief to our staff as well.

If you are interested in joining our Ofsted-rated "Outstanding" setting and working with children aged 2-11 years in the nursery, pre-school, and kids' clubs, we would love to hear from you.

Visits to our setting are warmly welcomed. For more information or to apply for the position, please email: childcare@st-gregorygreat.gloucs.sch.uk

Playgroup Cleaner, 1 hour per day, 3:00pm - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday, Term Time Only. Hourly Rate: Minimum Wage. Start: ASAP.

Would you like the opportunity to work in our popular preschool setting PATA @ Tiny Tots, based in Longlevens.

If so, we are looking for a friendly person to do some light cleaning duties each day from 3pm – 4pm (can be slightly flexible on time if required), Monday to Friday. Cleaning duties will include daily vacuuming, sweeping and mopping of floors, cleaning the kitchen and toilets, together with additional daily/weekly tasks.

The successful candidate must enjoy working around children, be DBS checked or obtain a DBS clearance (which PATA can provide) 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 more details of the job description, please click here. To apply for the position, please click the link here. 

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Closing date: Monday 23^rd February 2026.

We are looking for two Early Years Educators (Level 3 Qualified), to fill positions at two of our settings in Cheltenham. (Gardeners Lane – GL51 9JW and Oakwood – GL52 5QH). Term Time only, Permanent Contract. Pay rate - Grade/Salary: Grade 3 SP 5-6, actual salary (term time only for Level 3 qualified), full time (37 hours/week, term time only total of 39 weeks): from £21,956.00 to £22,304.00. Start date: as soon as possible.

We are looking for enthusiastic and caring Early Years Educators to join our family. As an Early Years Educator, you will be responsible for supporting and inspiring children, helping them to explore, discover, and build a love for learning. You will work closely with children, parents, and a team of educators to create a positive and supportive learning environment.

You will be Level 3 qualified in Early Years Education or equivalent (or higher), have experience working with children in an early years setting and a passion for early childhood. You will have a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children and want to be part of a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you!

To view the job description and person specifications for the Early Years Educator role, please click here. To apply, please visit our website Aspire Foundation - Work/Volunteer for Us. For more information please Telephone: 07851043845 or Email: hr@aspirefoundation.org.uk

Closing date: Friday 27 February 2026

Early Years Practitioners, Level 3 qualified or above. Permanent position, term time only. Hours per week: 27 (Monday, Tuesday 8:30am – 4:00pm, Wednesday & Friday 9:00am – 3:00pm) or (Monday, Tuesday 9:00pm – 3:00pm, Thursday & Friday 8:30am – 4:00pm), with some flexibility of hours. Start date: 23rd March 2026.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen at our popular and expanding community setting in Cinderford.

Successful candidates will be enthusiastic and dedicated to delivering an outstanding provision, have a level 3 or above qualification in early years. Certificates in both child protection and first aid are desirable. If you are keen, enthusiastic, creative and dedicated to helping children become the best they can be, then we are keen to hear from you.

Earlybirds Playgroup are in the process of joining PATA. For details of a full job description please click here. To apply, please click here to complete an application form.

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Closing Date: Monday 23rd February 2026.

Level 3 Childcare Professional Apprenticeship Vacancy. 27 hours per week. Term Time Only. Start: ASAP.

We have an amazing opportunity for a Level 3 apprenticeship. Previous experience is not required. However, we are looking for someone with a passion to help and support young children achieve their potential. We will arrange the relevant training and support for your journey towards a career in childcare.

The setting is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. References will be required from all shortlisted candidates and the position will be offered subject to relevant DBS checks.

For further information and application pack please contact Nicola at Playgroup. Email: moretoninmarsh@eygloucestershire.co.uk

Closing date: Friday 13th February 2026.

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner required until the end of the Summer term (fixed term contract). 3 working days flexible (to be discussed) but typically working hours 9:00am – 3:00pm. 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.

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Closing Date: 23 February 2026.

Early Years Manager required. Term time only. Full time, permanent. 5 days a week 8:30am – 4:00pm. Salary: competitive, dependent on experience (to be discussed at interview). Start date: End February 2026.

Would you like the opportunity to lead and shape a growing preschool with the full support of the PATA admin and management team?

If so, we are looking for an early years manager for our popular, busy community term time setting in Cam, Dursley. You must be enthusiastic and dedicated to delivering an outstanding provision, have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working at a level 3 or above in early years; as well as a strong understanding and knowledge of Safeguarding and supporting children with SEN requirements.

If you have leadership qualities, a creative mind, the ability to inspire others and the desire to take yourself and the team to the next level, then we are keen to hear from you. A good knowledge of working with partnership agencies and children who are vulnerable or have additional needs would be advantageous.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop the setting whilst benefiting from the support of PATA and the other PATA Managed Group managers who meet regularly.

For more information regarding the job description, please click here. To apply, please click here to complete an application form.

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Closing date: 23 February 2026.

Bank Staff Required.  We are looking for an enthusiastic qualified level 2 or 3 practitioner for bank work at our pre-school in Tewkesbury.

Can you spare a few mornings a week? Do you love children?

Are you fun, bubbly, calm, caring and fair? Do you like being cuddled, and/or climbed on? Can you build towers, dens and bridges? Do you know how to play "the floor is lava" or would you like to learn? Do you like singing nursery rhymes and reading endless books?

Please email mittonmanorpreschool@hotmail.com for more information.

Early Years Practitioner, Level 3, temporary position until 17th July 2026 with potential for permanent position. 20 hours per week. Term time only. Start date: 23rd February 2026 (or as soon as possible after this).

Swindon Village Early Years is a friendly playgroup in Cheltenham. We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring member of staff to join us on a temporary basis, with potential for a permanent contract.

We are looking for someone who is motivated, confident with children and doesn't mind getting messy! The setting is committed to safeguarding children and young people.

The position is subject to a satisfactory DBS check, at an enhanced level, to include a Children’s Barred List check.

Please email a copy of your CV to swindonvillageearlyyears@outlook.com to apply. Please contact us if you have any questions!

Closing date for applications: 11th February 2026