We are looking for a Level 3 practitioner to join our team. The position is flexible and can offer a permanent or temporary contract. Full time or part time, all year round. 

Flying Start Nursery are a family-owned setting in the heart of the community. We are looking for someone who has a relevant Level 3 childcare qualification, experience of working in Early Years settings and passionate about helping children to learn.

To apply, email: info@fairfordnursery.co.uk or phone 01285 711711.

Due to an increased demand for places, we are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Play Practitioner with a Level 3 Early Years and Childcare qualification to join our pre-school team.

The role will commence in June 2024 and will be for approximately 40 hours per week, term-time only, with the possibility of additional flexible hours if required. Rate of pay is £12.50 per hour, with half pay in the school holidays. Candidates who are invited for interview will also be invited to a stay and play session.

We are looking for someone with a recognised Level 3 childcare qualification, experience of working in an early years environment with a good knowledge of the EYFS. You must enjoy supporting and understanding the importance of children’s learning and development through a variety of play-based activities and be able to provide a fun, stimulating and safe environment for a child to learn and grow.

Certificates in child protection and first aid will be required, but could be obtained during the probation period if necessary.

Job responsibilities include supporting a group of Key children and taking responsibility for their record keeping to carry out observations, planning and assessments. You will prepare and carry out activities to challenge and support the children’s learning and development, undertake certain domestic jobs within the nursery, e.g. preparation of snack, meals and cleansing of equipment within in the pre-school. You will communicate effectively within the staff team and liaise with and supporting parents/carers.

Please email mittonmanorpreschool@btconnect.com for more information, a job description and an application form.

Application forms need to be returned by Friday 10th May 2024.

Nursery Practitioner (Level 3), Grade 5, (approx. Starting Salary £22,295), 37 hours per week - 39 weeks per year (includes INSET).

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced practitioner to join us in the running of a nursery and pre-school facility for 2, 3 and 4 year olds. The nursery opened in September 2021 as part of Great Oldbury Primary Academy. 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 successful candidates will be passionate about working in childcare, supporting a team and someone who relishes the challenge of keeping practice current and relevant. You will be responsible to the Nursery Manager. The desired candidate 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. A successful applicant must have a keen belief in a child centred 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.

Great Oldbury Primary Academy - Little Learners will benefit from being part of a multi-academy trust, the Gloucestershire Learning Alliance (GLA) which is rooted in a partnership ethos and a determination to ensure that young people receive an exceptional education. This provides enormous advantages for the successful candidates who will also have colleagues from other partner nurseries to share good practice and collaborate and moderate with. This includes a programme of continuous professional development and the sharing of specialist expertise and advice.

A level 3 early years qualification (NNEB, NVQ3, BTEC or equivalent) is an essential requirement. All applicants must have at least 1 year experience working within an early years setting.

We will offer you a warm and welcoming school community, the opportunity to join a growing Multi Academy Trust, a commitment to developing your CPD, access to our reward and discount platform GLAdvantage and to our employee health and wellbeing service.

For more information, or to apply for the position, please email: coo@glatrust.org.uk

Closing date: 26th April 2024

Interview date: 7th May 2024

Start date: 2nd September 2024

Nursery Manager. Full time, all year round (could offer part time to the right candidate). Very competitive salary.

Must have at least 1 years experience in leadership within the early years, extensive knowledge of the EYFS and a full and relevant level 3 qualification in childcare or above.

Full support from nursery owners with a VERY supportive and knowledgeable team.

If you would like further information or to apply, please email: info@fairfordnursery.co.uk

Start date: beginning of June 2024.

Painswick Playgroup are looking to recruit 2 enthusiastic, fun-loving Early Years Practitioners or Educators (Level 2 or Level 3) to join our friendly and dynamic team. Starting ASAP on a permanent contract 3 days a week: Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays (08.30 - 16.00) and Tuesdays, Thursdays (08.30 - 16.00) & Fridays (08.30 - 15.30) in our small (but up to date) term-time only setting. We have 2 positions available so we could be flexible with working days.

Approved Level 2 or 3 qualifications essential. Up to date First Aid and Safeguarding/Child Protection qualifications would be beneficial but these can be completed upon employment.

We are so lucky to be set in Painswick, the beautiful 'Queen of the Cotswolds' and are a committee led charity preschool for the benefit of the local community and beyond.

The positions will be filled dependent on all rigorous DBS, Safeguarding checks and at least two references.

If you would like an application pack or have any questions please do get in touch with Kathryn at painswickplaygroup@yahoo.co.uk

Playgroup Manager - permanent position - to start ASAP - term time only - Level 3 - £14.50 per hour.

We are a longstanding community playgroup in the heart of Tetbury. We have a wonderful staff team who work closely together to run our unique pack-away setting.

For a full job description of the role, please click here.

Please email chair@stmarysplaygrouptetbury.co.uk for more information or to arrange an informal visit.

We are looking to appoint a Preschool Assistant as soon as possible, working 12 to 16 hours a week spread over up to 5 days. Suitably qualified and experienced applicants available to work for fewer hours may be considered for this post. 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.

Located in the heart of Leckhampton, Broadlands is a thriving community preschool in a lovely setting. Open during term time, we care for approximately 50 children, aged between 2 and 5 years, over 10 sessions. We recently had a successful Ofsted visit and received a rating of Good with Outstanding elements. 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.

You will be a confident, enthusiastic person who has an excellent rapport with children aged 2-5 who is able to inspire them to be creative and have fun in a learning environment. You will have a Level 2 or higher full and relevant childcare qualification.

The Broadlands team are a friendly group, and we are looking for someone who has superb communication skills and works well with others. 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.

The successful applicant will have a flexible attitude to work.

To apply for this role please send your CV and covering letter by email: broadlandspreschool@tiscali.co.uk or telephone: 01242 256354.

Bredon Playgroup is looking for a ‘Bank Staff’ Playgroup Assistant. Our sessions are term time and our team start and finish times are currently: 8:45am to 1:15pm/1:30pm on Monday, Thursday and Friday; 8:45am to 3:15pm on Tuesday and Wednesday. We are looking to extend the hours on a Monday and Thursday to 3:25pm at some stage.

We are a friendly team who look after a wonderful group of children starting from age 2 up to going to school.

The person we are looking for will ideally have;

Flexibility to work when required - sometimes with notice but also at short notice.

Experience of working with young children is essential; a relevant qualification in early years at Level 2 or above is desirable.

We are looking for a team player with enthusiasm and a positive approach to work. We love to have fun with the children and our playgroup is a very happy place.

To apply please contact us for an application form.

Please contact Tracey Ford at Bredon Playgroup for further details and an application form: email bredonplaygroup@gmail.com or 01684 773536.

Fundraising Coordinator, part time, 21 hours per week, £15.52 per hour.

We are looking for a fundraising coordinator to manage our fundraising activities and to raise the profile of The Family Haven.

Primary responsibilities will be to coordinate the annual fundraising strategy to secure funding through various avenues, such as, applying to local trusts for grants, producing monthly reports for the trustees, collecting and recording data, managing The Family Haven website and organising donations.

You must have at least 2 years’ experience of fundraising and be able to commute to location of work.

For a full job details, please click here. If you think you are suitable for this post or would like a job application pack, please contact Helen Jackson by email: helen@thefamilyhaven.com

The Family Haven (TFH) are looking for Trustees. Vacancies available include Deputy Chairman of Trustees, Volunteers Trustee, Friends Trustee, Events Trustee.

The Trustees have control of the Charity and are responsible for its activities, property and funds.

We need trustees who can:

1. Ensure that TFH pursues its objects as defined in the Memorandum of Association and in accordance with the Mission statement.

2. Ensure that TFH complies with its constitution, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations.

3. Contribute actively to the board of trustees' role in giving firm strategic direction to TFH, setting overall policy, defining goals, setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets.

4. Safeguard the good name and values of TFH.

5. Ensure the sustainability of TFH.

For more information on the Trustees roles available, please click here. If you are interested in a position or have any questions, please contact Helen Jackson by email: helen@thefamilyhaven.com