Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across click apply for full job details
May 05, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across click apply for full job details
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across click apply for full job details
May 04, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across click apply for full job details
Family First Nursery Group
Flackwell Heath, Buckinghamshire
We are looking for a passionate Room Leader / Early Years Room Leader to join the team at our The Bourne End Day Nursery & Pre School. Furlong Road, Bourne End, SL8 5AE Salary - £31,720 per annum plus £1000 welcome bonus 40 hours per week Level 3 Childcare Qualification is essential Nestled in the heart of Bourne End, our nursery is full of charm, warmth, and character. Set within a beautifully converted Methodist Church spread across two floors, our setting is just a 6-minute stroll from Bourne End Train Station, with easy street parking right outside-perfect for commuters. Why Join Us? As part of the Family First Nurseries network, you'll have access to great resources, strong professional development and the opportunity to progress into senior roles. We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: £1000 welcome bonus for all level 3 practitioners Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts : 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Company Pension Scheme As a Room Leader with Family first you will be responsible for: Create engaging, age-appropriate learning environments and experiences. Support children's physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development. Help staff maintain high-quality learning journals via EyLog. Lead by example with fairness and consistency. Strengthen the key person approach and identify staff training needs. Keep accurate records using EyMan and other systems. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and visitors. Comply with EYFS statutory requirements. As a Room Leader, you will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential. Over 1 years' experience working in Early Years - Essential. Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable. Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable. Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential. Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential Apply today and take the next step in your Early Years career where you'll be supported, appreciated and inspired every day. Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Bourne End Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
May 04, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a passionate Room Leader / Early Years Room Leader to join the team at our The Bourne End Day Nursery & Pre School. Furlong Road, Bourne End, SL8 5AE Salary - £31,720 per annum plus £1000 welcome bonus 40 hours per week Level 3 Childcare Qualification is essential Nestled in the heart of Bourne End, our nursery is full of charm, warmth, and character. Set within a beautifully converted Methodist Church spread across two floors, our setting is just a 6-minute stroll from Bourne End Train Station, with easy street parking right outside-perfect for commuters. Why Join Us? As part of the Family First Nurseries network, you'll have access to great resources, strong professional development and the opportunity to progress into senior roles. We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: £1000 welcome bonus for all level 3 practitioners Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts : 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Company Pension Scheme As a Room Leader with Family first you will be responsible for: Create engaging, age-appropriate learning environments and experiences. Support children's physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development. Help staff maintain high-quality learning journals via EyLog. Lead by example with fairness and consistency. Strengthen the key person approach and identify staff training needs. Keep accurate records using EyMan and other systems. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and visitors. Comply with EYFS statutory requirements. As a Room Leader, you will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential. Over 1 years' experience working in Early Years - Essential. Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable. Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable. Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential. Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential Apply today and take the next step in your Early Years career where you'll be supported, appreciated and inspired every day. Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Bourne End Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Role Overview: Join the Buzz at Our BRAND-NEW Busy Bees Nursery in West End, Surrey! With space to welcome up to 110 little learners , this state-of-the-art setting is designed to spark curiosity, encourage creativity, and nurture young minds. Why Join Busy Bees? Your Exclusive Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary- £35,089.60 Ongoing professional development & career progression - Grow with us! Birthday off - Because YOU deserve a celebration! 50% childcare discount - Supporting your family while you support others Up to 28 days holiday - Plus bank holidays! Menopause support - Through Peppy, helping you through life's milestones Wellbeing perks - Access to Hive, our fantastic wellbeing & retail discount hub Cycle to Work scheme - A healthy commute for a happier you! Pension & financial perks - Easy access to workplace pension through Cushon & Salary Finance support Travel opportunities - Learn from childcare professionals around the world Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus - Because balance matters Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders - Supporting your wellbeing PLUS: You'll get exclusive access to Hive , our Benefits & Wellbeing platform -filled with retail discounts, a Wellbeing Hub supporting your physical & mental health, a Celebrating You section recognizing our valued team members, and a Grow with Us area packed with development opportunities and training Role Responsibilities: What You'll Do As An Assistant Manager Support the Centre Director in overseeing daily operations and maintaining educational standards Develop & deliver an engaging, high-quality curriculum tailored to children's needs Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain health & safety standards Provide leadership & mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team Enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promoting a positive nursery experience for families Assist with administrative tasks , including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment Manage operational records and support financial planning to ensure sustainability Required Qualifications: Ideal Assistant Manager Candidate Level 3 qualification or above in early years education Experience in an early years setting , with supervisory experience an advantage-ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager, or Nursery Practitioner Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills to inspire and support your team Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!
May 04, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: Join the Buzz at Our BRAND-NEW Busy Bees Nursery in West End, Surrey! With space to welcome up to 110 little learners , this state-of-the-art setting is designed to spark curiosity, encourage creativity, and nurture young minds. Why Join Busy Bees? Your Exclusive Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary- £35,089.60 Ongoing professional development & career progression - Grow with us! Birthday off - Because YOU deserve a celebration! 50% childcare discount - Supporting your family while you support others Up to 28 days holiday - Plus bank holidays! Menopause support - Through Peppy, helping you through life's milestones Wellbeing perks - Access to Hive, our fantastic wellbeing & retail discount hub Cycle to Work scheme - A healthy commute for a happier you! Pension & financial perks - Easy access to workplace pension through Cushon & Salary Finance support Travel opportunities - Learn from childcare professionals around the world Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus - Because balance matters Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders - Supporting your wellbeing PLUS: You'll get exclusive access to Hive , our Benefits & Wellbeing platform -filled with retail discounts, a Wellbeing Hub supporting your physical & mental health, a Celebrating You section recognizing our valued team members, and a Grow with Us area packed with development opportunities and training Role Responsibilities: What You'll Do As An Assistant Manager Support the Centre Director in overseeing daily operations and maintaining educational standards Develop & deliver an engaging, high-quality curriculum tailored to children's needs Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain health & safety standards Provide leadership & mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team Enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promoting a positive nursery experience for families Assist with administrative tasks , including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment Manage operational records and support financial planning to ensure sustainability Required Qualifications: Ideal Assistant Manager Candidate Level 3 qualification or above in early years education Experience in an early years setting , with supervisory experience an advantage-ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager, or Nursery Practitioner Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills to inspire and support your team Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!
Family First Nursery Group
Great Haywood, Staffordshire
Nursery Room Leader Position: Full-Time - 40 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.45 per hour £750 Welcome Bonus : A warm start to your journey with us About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Footsteps Nursery Stafford, where we care for children aged 3 months to 5 years in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With a spacious garden, forest school sessions, and hands-on activities, we create enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow within our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of our pre-school age group, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Support a key person approach, fostering secure attachments and monitoring children's progress through high-quality records (EyLog/EyMan) Guide and support colleagues' development while maintaining a positive, collaborative team environment Build strong partnerships with parents, encouraging engagement and sharing children's development Lead by example with professionalism, consistency, and respect across the nursery Ensure EYFS compliance, safeguarding, and high standards of health, safety, and welfare Promote outdoor learning and apply a strong understanding of child development in practice Requirements Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with pre-school A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Stafford is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
May 04, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Leader Position: Full-Time - 40 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.45 per hour £750 Welcome Bonus : A warm start to your journey with us About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Footsteps Nursery Stafford, where we care for children aged 3 months to 5 years in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With a spacious garden, forest school sessions, and hands-on activities, we create enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow within our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of our pre-school age group, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Support a key person approach, fostering secure attachments and monitoring children's progress through high-quality records (EyLog/EyMan) Guide and support colleagues' development while maintaining a positive, collaborative team environment Build strong partnerships with parents, encouraging engagement and sharing children's development Lead by example with professionalism, consistency, and respect across the nursery Ensure EYFS compliance, safeguarding, and high standards of health, safety, and welfare Promote outdoor learning and apply a strong understanding of child development in practice Requirements Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with pre-school A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Stafford is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Family First Nursery Group
Wellesbourne, Warwickshire
Nursery Room Leader Monday - Friday - Full-Time - 40 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.20 per hour About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Footsteps Nursery Stratford, where we care for children in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With a spacious garden, forest school sessions, and hands-on activities, we create enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow within our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of our children, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Support a key person approach, fostering secure attachments and monitoring children's progress through high-quality records (EyLog/EyMan) Guide and support colleagues' development while maintaining a positive, collaborative team environment Build strong partnerships with parents, encouraging engagement and sharing children's development Lead by example with professionalism, consistency, and respect across the nursery Ensure EYFS compliance, safeguarding, and high standards of health, safety, and welfare Promote outdoor learning and apply a strong understanding of child development in practice Requirements Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with pre-school A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Stratford is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
May 04, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Leader Monday - Friday - Full-Time - 40 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.20 per hour About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Footsteps Nursery Stratford, where we care for children in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With a spacious garden, forest school sessions, and hands-on activities, we create enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow within our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of our children, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Support a key person approach, fostering secure attachments and monitoring children's progress through high-quality records (EyLog/EyMan) Guide and support colleagues' development while maintaining a positive, collaborative team environment Build strong partnerships with parents, encouraging engagement and sharing children's development Lead by example with professionalism, consistency, and respect across the nursery Ensure EYFS compliance, safeguarding, and high standards of health, safety, and welfare Promote outdoor learning and apply a strong understanding of child development in practice Requirements Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with pre-school A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Stratford is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Family First Nursery Group
Stafford, Staffordshire
Nursery Room Leader Position: Full-Time - 40 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.45 per hour £750 Welcome Bonus : A warm start to your journey with us About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Footsteps Nursery Stafford, where we care for children aged 3 months to 5 years in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With a spacious garden, forest school sessions, and hands-on activities, we create enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow within our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of our pre-school age group, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Support a key person approach, fostering secure attachments and monitoring children's progress through high-quality records (EyLog/EyMan) Guide and support colleagues' development while maintaining a positive, collaborative team environment Build strong partnerships with parents, encouraging engagement and sharing children's development Lead by example with professionalism, consistency, and respect across the nursery Ensure EYFS compliance, safeguarding, and high standards of health, safety, and welfare Promote outdoor learning and apply a strong understanding of child development in practice Requirements Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with pre-school A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Stafford is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
May 04, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Leader Position: Full-Time - 40 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.45 per hour £750 Welcome Bonus : A warm start to your journey with us About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Footsteps Nursery Stafford, where we care for children aged 3 months to 5 years in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With a spacious garden, forest school sessions, and hands-on activities, we create enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow within our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of our pre-school age group, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Support a key person approach, fostering secure attachments and monitoring children's progress through high-quality records (EyLog/EyMan) Guide and support colleagues' development while maintaining a positive, collaborative team environment Build strong partnerships with parents, encouraging engagement and sharing children's development Lead by example with professionalism, consistency, and respect across the nursery Ensure EYFS compliance, safeguarding, and high standards of health, safety, and welfare Promote outdoor learning and apply a strong understanding of child development in practice Requirements Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with pre-school A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Stafford is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Family First Nursery Group
Stratford-upon-avon, Warwickshire
Nursery Room Leader Monday - Friday - Full-Time - 40 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.20 per hour About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Footsteps Nursery Stratford, where we care for children in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With a spacious garden, forest school sessions, and hands-on activities, we create enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow within our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of our children, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Support a key person approach, fostering secure attachments and monitoring children's progress through high-quality records (EyLog/EyMan) Guide and support colleagues' development while maintaining a positive, collaborative team environment Build strong partnerships with parents, encouraging engagement and sharing children's development Lead by example with professionalism, consistency, and respect across the nursery Ensure EYFS compliance, safeguarding, and high standards of health, safety, and welfare Promote outdoor learning and apply a strong understanding of child development in practice Requirements Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with pre-school A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Stratford is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
May 04, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Leader Monday - Friday - Full-Time - 40 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.20 per hour About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Footsteps Nursery Stratford, where we care for children in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With a spacious garden, forest school sessions, and hands-on activities, we create enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow within our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of our children, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Support a key person approach, fostering secure attachments and monitoring children's progress through high-quality records (EyLog/EyMan) Guide and support colleagues' development while maintaining a positive, collaborative team environment Build strong partnerships with parents, encouraging engagement and sharing children's development Lead by example with professionalism, consistency, and respect across the nursery Ensure EYFS compliance, safeguarding, and high standards of health, safety, and welfare Promote outdoor learning and apply a strong understanding of child development in practice Requirements Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with pre-school A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Stratford is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon Room Leader Full Time 40 hours per week Salary: £29,244 per annum Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we'd love to meet you! At Just Imagine Day Nursery we're on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic Room Leader to join our team working in the baby room. If you are looking for a workplace with a family feel, somewhere your inner child is encouraged and imagination is utilised, where you're as important as an individual as you are a team player, we want to welcome you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Employee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team members. Company Pension Scheme On-Site Parking / Free Parking Room Leader duties: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children. Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times. Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year' experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
May 04, 2026
Full time
Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon Room Leader Full Time 40 hours per week Salary: £29,244 per annum Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we'd love to meet you! At Just Imagine Day Nursery we're on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic Room Leader to join our team working in the baby room. If you are looking for a workplace with a family feel, somewhere your inner child is encouraged and imagination is utilised, where you're as important as an individual as you are a team player, we want to welcome you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Employee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team members. Company Pension Scheme On-Site Parking / Free Parking Room Leader duties: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children. Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times. Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year' experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Family First Nursery Group
Eaton Socon, Cambridgeshire
Manor Farm Day Nursery Nursery Room Leader Full-Time - up to 40 hours per week - £14.06ph Manor Farm Nursery, part of the Family First group, is a welcoming and nurturing setting where children are encouraged to learn through curiosity, exploration, and meaningful play experiences. We are passionate about delivering high-quality early years education and creating an environment where children, families, and staff feel supported and valued. Our nursery offers engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments designed to support children's development at every stage. Through child-led learning and in-the-moment planning, we create opportunities for children to explore, discover, and build confidence in a safe and stimulating environment. At Manor Farm Nursery, we pride ourselves on our supportive team culture. We believe in investing in our people, encouraging professional growth, and creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Requirements Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of up to 15 babies, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children under 2 years old, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. You will assist in the implementation of a key person approach, helping babies form secure attachments and guiding your colleagues in identifying training and development needs. Your role will also involve maintaining high-quality learning journals and records on the EyLog and EyMan systems, ensuring that each child's progress is accurately tracked. Building positive relationships with parents will be essential, inviting them to participate in activities and keeping them informed about their child's development. As a leader, you will model professionalism, consistency, and impartiality, fostering respect among your team, parents, and children. You will also ensure that the statutory requirements of the EYFS framework are met, uphold safety standards, and promote the welfare of all children, staff, and visitors at the nursery. A passion for outdoor learning and a strong understanding of child development will be key to your success in this role. Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with babies under 2 years old A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Manor Farm Day nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
May 04, 2026
Full time
Manor Farm Day Nursery Nursery Room Leader Full-Time - up to 40 hours per week - £14.06ph Manor Farm Nursery, part of the Family First group, is a welcoming and nurturing setting where children are encouraged to learn through curiosity, exploration, and meaningful play experiences. We are passionate about delivering high-quality early years education and creating an environment where children, families, and staff feel supported and valued. Our nursery offers engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments designed to support children's development at every stage. Through child-led learning and in-the-moment planning, we create opportunities for children to explore, discover, and build confidence in a safe and stimulating environment. At Manor Farm Nursery, we pride ourselves on our supportive team culture. We believe in investing in our people, encouraging professional growth, and creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Requirements Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of up to 15 babies, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children under 2 years old, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. You will assist in the implementation of a key person approach, helping babies form secure attachments and guiding your colleagues in identifying training and development needs. Your role will also involve maintaining high-quality learning journals and records on the EyLog and EyMan systems, ensuring that each child's progress is accurately tracked. Building positive relationships with parents will be essential, inviting them to participate in activities and keeping them informed about their child's development. As a leader, you will model professionalism, consistency, and impartiality, fostering respect among your team, parents, and children. You will also ensure that the statutory requirements of the EYFS framework are met, uphold safety standards, and promote the welfare of all children, staff, and visitors at the nursery. A passion for outdoor learning and a strong understanding of child development will be key to your success in this role. Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with babies under 2 years old A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Manor Farm Day nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Family First Nursery Group
Henley-in-arden, Warwickshire
Nursery Room Leader Monday - Friday - Full-Time - 40 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.20 per hour About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Footsteps Nursery Stratford, where we care for children in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With a spacious garden, forest school sessions, and hands-on activities, we create enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow within our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of our children, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Support a key person approach, fostering secure attachments and monitoring children's progress through high-quality records (EyLog/EyMan) Guide and support colleagues' development while maintaining a positive, collaborative team environment Build strong partnerships with parents, encouraging engagement and sharing children's development Lead by example with professionalism, consistency, and respect across the nursery Ensure EYFS compliance, safeguarding, and high standards of health, safety, and welfare Promote outdoor learning and apply a strong understanding of child development in practice Requirements Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with pre-school A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Stratford is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
May 04, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Leader Monday - Friday - Full-Time - 40 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.20 per hour About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Footsteps Nursery Stratford, where we care for children in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With a spacious garden, forest school sessions, and hands-on activities, we create enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow within our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of our children, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Support a key person approach, fostering secure attachments and monitoring children's progress through high-quality records (EyLog/EyMan) Guide and support colleagues' development while maintaining a positive, collaborative team environment Build strong partnerships with parents, encouraging engagement and sharing children's development Lead by example with professionalism, consistency, and respect across the nursery Ensure EYFS compliance, safeguarding, and high standards of health, safety, and welfare Promote outdoor learning and apply a strong understanding of child development in practice Requirements Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with pre-school A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Stratford is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Role Overview: Join Our Brand-New Nursery in West End, Guildford! This modern, high-quality setting will be filled with laughter, learning, and limitless opportunities -all in a warm, nurturing environment designed to give our children the best start in life . With space for up to 110 children , it's a place where your care and creativity will truly shine. Why You'll Love Working With Us As A Nursery Practitioner Competitive pay - £30,992.00 Career growth - Ongoing professional development & progression Birthday off - Because you deserve to celebrate YOU! 50% childcare discount - Supporting your family while you support others Up to 28 days holiday - Plus bank holidays! Menopause & family support - Helping you through life's big moments Health & wellbeing resources - Access to Hive , our amazing wellbeing & retail discount platform Cycle to Work scheme - Because a healthy commute is a happy commute Pension & financial perks - Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance Opportunities to travel - Learn from childcare professionals around the world Role Responsibilities: Your Impact As A Nursery Practitioner Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment - Thoughtfully prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage exploration, creativity, and growth. Lead Engaging Educational Activities - Plan and deliver exciting experiences that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development , all aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Be a Key Person in a Child's Journey - Take an active role in overseeing children's development, addressing care needs, and building strong, trusting family connections to support their learning both at nursery and at home. Required Qualifications: What You'll Bring to the Hive As A Nursery Practitioner Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education Proven experience working with children under 5 and a genuine passion for early childhood education Strong communication skills -able to connect with children, parents, and colleagues Excellent organisational abilities -keeping learning environments structured yet exciting Deep understanding of child development -applying your knowledge to plan and deliver engaging activities that help young learners thrive If you have experience working with children -whether as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse -and you're ready to shape young minds with passion and purpose , we'd love to welcome you to our hive! This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!
May 04, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Brand-New Nursery in West End, Guildford! This modern, high-quality setting will be filled with laughter, learning, and limitless opportunities -all in a warm, nurturing environment designed to give our children the best start in life . With space for up to 110 children , it's a place where your care and creativity will truly shine. Why You'll Love Working With Us As A Nursery Practitioner Competitive pay - £30,992.00 Career growth - Ongoing professional development & progression Birthday off - Because you deserve to celebrate YOU! 50% childcare discount - Supporting your family while you support others Up to 28 days holiday - Plus bank holidays! Menopause & family support - Helping you through life's big moments Health & wellbeing resources - Access to Hive , our amazing wellbeing & retail discount platform Cycle to Work scheme - Because a healthy commute is a happy commute Pension & financial perks - Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance Opportunities to travel - Learn from childcare professionals around the world Role Responsibilities: Your Impact As A Nursery Practitioner Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment - Thoughtfully prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage exploration, creativity, and growth. Lead Engaging Educational Activities - Plan and deliver exciting experiences that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development , all aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Be a Key Person in a Child's Journey - Take an active role in overseeing children's development, addressing care needs, and building strong, trusting family connections to support their learning both at nursery and at home. Required Qualifications: What You'll Bring to the Hive As A Nursery Practitioner Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education Proven experience working with children under 5 and a genuine passion for early childhood education Strong communication skills -able to connect with children, parents, and colleagues Excellent organisational abilities -keeping learning environments structured yet exciting Deep understanding of child development -applying your knowledge to plan and deliver engaging activities that help young learners thrive If you have experience working with children -whether as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse -and you're ready to shape young minds with passion and purpose , we'd love to welcome you to our hive! This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!
Role Overview: Join Our Brand-New Nursery in West End, Guildford! This modern, high-quality setting will be filled with laughter, learning, and limitless opportunities -all in a warm, nurturing environment designed to give our children the best start in life . With space for up to 110 children , it's a place where your care and creativity will truly shine. Why You'll Love Working With Us As A Nursery Practitioner Competitive pay - £30,992.00 Career growth - Ongoing professional development & progression Birthday off - Because you deserve to celebrate YOU! 50% childcare discount - Supporting your family while you support others Up to 28 days holiday - Plus bank holidays! Menopause & family support - Helping you through life's big moments Health & wellbeing resources - Access to Hive , our amazing wellbeing & retail discount platform Cycle to Work scheme - Because a healthy commute is a happy commute Pension & financial perks - Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance Opportunities to travel - Learn from childcare professionals around the world Role Responsibilities: Your Impact As A Nursery Practitioner Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment - Thoughtfully prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage exploration, creativity, and growth. Lead Engaging Educational Activities - Plan and deliver exciting experiences that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development , all aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Be a Key Person in a Child's Journey - Take an active role in overseeing children's development, addressing care needs, and building strong, trusting family connections to support their learning both at nursery and at home. Required Qualifications: What You'll Bring to the Hive As A Nursery Practitioner Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education Proven experience working with children under 5 and a genuine passion for early childhood education Strong communication skills -able to connect with children, parents, and colleagues Excellent organisational abilities -keeping learning environments structured yet exciting Deep understanding of child development -applying your knowledge to plan and deliver engaging activities that help young learners thrive If you have experience working with children -whether as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse -and you're ready to shape young minds with passion and purpose , we'd love to welcome you to our hive! This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!
May 04, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Brand-New Nursery in West End, Guildford! This modern, high-quality setting will be filled with laughter, learning, and limitless opportunities -all in a warm, nurturing environment designed to give our children the best start in life . With space for up to 110 children , it's a place where your care and creativity will truly shine. Why You'll Love Working With Us As A Nursery Practitioner Competitive pay - £30,992.00 Career growth - Ongoing professional development & progression Birthday off - Because you deserve to celebrate YOU! 50% childcare discount - Supporting your family while you support others Up to 28 days holiday - Plus bank holidays! Menopause & family support - Helping you through life's big moments Health & wellbeing resources - Access to Hive , our amazing wellbeing & retail discount platform Cycle to Work scheme - Because a healthy commute is a happy commute Pension & financial perks - Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance Opportunities to travel - Learn from childcare professionals around the world Role Responsibilities: Your Impact As A Nursery Practitioner Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment - Thoughtfully prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage exploration, creativity, and growth. Lead Engaging Educational Activities - Plan and deliver exciting experiences that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development , all aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Be a Key Person in a Child's Journey - Take an active role in overseeing children's development, addressing care needs, and building strong, trusting family connections to support their learning both at nursery and at home. Required Qualifications: What You'll Bring to the Hive As A Nursery Practitioner Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education Proven experience working with children under 5 and a genuine passion for early childhood education Strong communication skills -able to connect with children, parents, and colleagues Excellent organisational abilities -keeping learning environments structured yet exciting Deep understanding of child development -applying your knowledge to plan and deliver engaging activities that help young learners thrive If you have experience working with children -whether as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse -and you're ready to shape young minds with passion and purpose , we'd love to welcome you to our hive! This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!
Manor Farm Day Nursery Nursery Room Leader Full-Time - up to 40 hours per week - £14.06ph Manor Farm Nursery, part of the Family First group, is a welcoming and nurturing setting where children are encouraged to learn through curiosity, exploration, and meaningful play experiences. We are passionate about delivering high-quality early years education and creating an environment where children, families, and staff feel supported and valued. Our nursery offers engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments designed to support children's development at every stage. Through child-led learning and in-the-moment planning, we create opportunities for children to explore, discover, and build confidence in a safe and stimulating environment. At Manor Farm Nursery, we pride ourselves on our supportive team culture. We believe in investing in our people, encouraging professional growth, and creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Requirements Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of up to 15 babies, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children under 2 years old, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. You will assist in the implementation of a key person approach, helping babies form secure attachments and guiding your colleagues in identifying training and development needs. Your role will also involve maintaining high-quality learning journals and records on the EyLog and EyMan systems, ensuring that each child's progress is accurately tracked. Building positive relationships with parents will be essential, inviting them to participate in activities and keeping them informed about their child's development. As a leader, you will model professionalism, consistency, and impartiality, fostering respect among your team, parents, and children. You will also ensure that the statutory requirements of the EYFS framework are met, uphold safety standards, and promote the welfare of all children, staff, and visitors at the nursery. A passion for outdoor learning and a strong understanding of child development will be key to your success in this role. Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with babies under 2 years old A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Manor Farm Day nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
May 04, 2026
Full time
Manor Farm Day Nursery Nursery Room Leader Full-Time - up to 40 hours per week - £14.06ph Manor Farm Nursery, part of the Family First group, is a welcoming and nurturing setting where children are encouraged to learn through curiosity, exploration, and meaningful play experiences. We are passionate about delivering high-quality early years education and creating an environment where children, families, and staff feel supported and valued. Our nursery offers engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments designed to support children's development at every stage. Through child-led learning and in-the-moment planning, we create opportunities for children to explore, discover, and build confidence in a safe and stimulating environment. At Manor Farm Nursery, we pride ourselves on our supportive team culture. We believe in investing in our people, encouraging professional growth, and creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Requirements Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of up to 15 babies, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children under 2 years old, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. You will assist in the implementation of a key person approach, helping babies form secure attachments and guiding your colleagues in identifying training and development needs. Your role will also involve maintaining high-quality learning journals and records on the EyLog and EyMan systems, ensuring that each child's progress is accurately tracked. Building positive relationships with parents will be essential, inviting them to participate in activities and keeping them informed about their child's development. As a leader, you will model professionalism, consistency, and impartiality, fostering respect among your team, parents, and children. You will also ensure that the statutory requirements of the EYFS framework are met, uphold safety standards, and promote the welfare of all children, staff, and visitors at the nursery. A passion for outdoor learning and a strong understanding of child development will be key to your success in this role. Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with babies under 2 years old A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Manor Farm Day nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Manor Farm Day Nursery Nursery Room Leader Full-Time - up to 40 hours per week - £14.06ph Manor Farm Nursery, part of the Family First group, is a welcoming and nurturing setting where children are encouraged to learn through curiosity, exploration, and meaningful play experiences. We are passionate about delivering high-quality early years education and creating an environment where children, families, and staff feel supported and valued. Our nursery offers engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments designed to support children's development at every stage. Through child-led learning and in-the-moment planning, we create opportunities for children to explore, discover, and build confidence in a safe and stimulating environment. At Manor Farm Nursery, we pride ourselves on our supportive team culture. We believe in investing in our people, encouraging professional growth, and creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Requirements Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of up to 15 babies, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children under 2 years old, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. You will assist in the implementation of a key person approach, helping babies form secure attachments and guiding your colleagues in identifying training and development needs. Your role will also involve maintaining high-quality learning journals and records on the EyLog and EyMan systems, ensuring that each child's progress is accurately tracked. Building positive relationships with parents will be essential, inviting them to participate in activities and keeping them informed about their child's development. As a leader, you will model professionalism, consistency, and impartiality, fostering respect among your team, parents, and children. You will also ensure that the statutory requirements of the EYFS framework are met, uphold safety standards, and promote the welfare of all children, staff, and visitors at the nursery. A passion for outdoor learning and a strong understanding of child development will be key to your success in this role. Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with babies under 2 years old A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Manor Farm Day nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
May 04, 2026
Full time
Manor Farm Day Nursery Nursery Room Leader Full-Time - up to 40 hours per week - £14.06ph Manor Farm Nursery, part of the Family First group, is a welcoming and nurturing setting where children are encouraged to learn through curiosity, exploration, and meaningful play experiences. We are passionate about delivering high-quality early years education and creating an environment where children, families, and staff feel supported and valued. Our nursery offers engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments designed to support children's development at every stage. Through child-led learning and in-the-moment planning, we create opportunities for children to explore, discover, and build confidence in a safe and stimulating environment. At Manor Farm Nursery, we pride ourselves on our supportive team culture. We believe in investing in our people, encouraging professional growth, and creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Requirements Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of up to 15 babies, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children under 2 years old, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. You will assist in the implementation of a key person approach, helping babies form secure attachments and guiding your colleagues in identifying training and development needs. Your role will also involve maintaining high-quality learning journals and records on the EyLog and EyMan systems, ensuring that each child's progress is accurately tracked. Building positive relationships with parents will be essential, inviting them to participate in activities and keeping them informed about their child's development. As a leader, you will model professionalism, consistency, and impartiality, fostering respect among your team, parents, and children. You will also ensure that the statutory requirements of the EYFS framework are met, uphold safety standards, and promote the welfare of all children, staff, and visitors at the nursery. A passion for outdoor learning and a strong understanding of child development will be key to your success in this role. Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with babies under 2 years old A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Manor Farm Day nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Nursery Room Senior - Leatherhead Salary: Up to £30,000 per year (depending on qualifications & experience) Contract: Full-time, permanent Location: Leatherhead, Surrey We are looking for an experienced and passionate Nursery Room Senior to join our Leatherhead Nursery. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-quality early years provider, offering a nurturing, engaging, and stimulating environment where children can learn, play, and grow. Why Join Us? We support both our children and our staff by creating a positive, professional, and modern workplace. You'll benefit from: Competitive salary - up to £30,000 22 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service) Paid overtime, sick days & birthday leave Staff childcare discount Medical cashback plan (covering you & up to 4 children) PerkBox - discounts, rewards & wellness perks Life insurance & AVIVA pension scheme Company-funded staff events Purpose-built learning spaces for early years Professional Growth: Funded qualifications & leadership pathways Continuous professional development (CPD) Specialist training & tuition reimbursement Your Role As a Room Senior, you will: Plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to children's developmental needs Create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment in line with EYFS standards Monitor and celebrate children's developmental milestones Build strong, positive relationships with families Lead and support colleagues to maintain high-quality childcare and education Ensure compliance with safeguarding and child protection policies About You We're looking for someone who has: A full & relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification - essential Previous experience in an Early Years setting (ideally as a Room Leader, Nursery Practitioner, or Early Years Educator) Good knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and child protection Strong communication skills and a passion for childcare A commitment to delivering excellence in early years education Apply Now If you're enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young children and ready to step up as a Nursery Room Senior, apply today to join our Leatherhead Nursery team.
May 04, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Senior - Leatherhead Salary: Up to £30,000 per year (depending on qualifications & experience) Contract: Full-time, permanent Location: Leatherhead, Surrey We are looking for an experienced and passionate Nursery Room Senior to join our Leatherhead Nursery. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-quality early years provider, offering a nurturing, engaging, and stimulating environment where children can learn, play, and grow. Why Join Us? We support both our children and our staff by creating a positive, professional, and modern workplace. You'll benefit from: Competitive salary - up to £30,000 22 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service) Paid overtime, sick days & birthday leave Staff childcare discount Medical cashback plan (covering you & up to 4 children) PerkBox - discounts, rewards & wellness perks Life insurance & AVIVA pension scheme Company-funded staff events Purpose-built learning spaces for early years Professional Growth: Funded qualifications & leadership pathways Continuous professional development (CPD) Specialist training & tuition reimbursement Your Role As a Room Senior, you will: Plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to children's developmental needs Create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment in line with EYFS standards Monitor and celebrate children's developmental milestones Build strong, positive relationships with families Lead and support colleagues to maintain high-quality childcare and education Ensure compliance with safeguarding and child protection policies About You We're looking for someone who has: A full & relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification - essential Previous experience in an Early Years setting (ideally as a Room Leader, Nursery Practitioner, or Early Years Educator) Good knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and child protection Strong communication skills and a passion for childcare A commitment to delivering excellence in early years education Apply Now If you're enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young children and ready to step up as a Nursery Room Senior, apply today to join our Leatherhead Nursery team.
About the role: You will be instrumental in our vision " At Ark Kings Academy, every individual will develop the character to thrive in life, education and employment." We are seeking an exceptional Head of PE to lead our PE department and drive outstanding outcomes for students across all key stages. This is a pivotal leadership role for an ambitious and inspiring practitioner who is passionate about physical education, student wellbeing and academic excellence. As Head of PE, you will be responsible for the strategic direction and day to day leadership of the department, ensuring the delivery of a high quality, inclusive and ambitious curriculum. You will foster a culture of high expectations, professional collaboration and continuous improvement, enabling all students to make excellent progress while developing lifelong habits of physical activity, resilience and teamwork. You will play a key role in shaping whole school culture through sport, enrichment and competition, while working closely with senior leaders, staff, students and families to strengthen our school community. You will contribute to a workplace culture which has safeguarding and child protection at its heart. Benefits Partnership with BCFC Foundation Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale. Twice as many training days as standard. Generous pension scheme. Access to Ark rewards - a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers Interest-free loans - up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle. Gym discounts - offering up to 40%. Access to Employee Assistance Programme - providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support. Free soup in Autumn/Winter terms Free fruit in Spring/Summer terms Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at arkonline.org/careers/why-work-with-us/ About Us We are an all-through school serving the local community with pupils from Nursery - Year 11. Our mission is to create a school in which every child thrives, academically and socially. Over the past 2 years we have made remarkable progress, moving from an Inadequate Ofsted rating to a Good. This achievement reflects the dedication and hard work of our staff with Ofsted commenting that pupils "understand the high expectations that staff have for them and strive to meet with". The strengths of our school include: Behaviour: Our pupils know the school rules of, 'ready, respectful and safe' and demonstrate these qualities in their behaviour towards each other and their teachers. An ambitious curriculum: Our well-sequenced curriculum, spanning early years to Year 11, ensures that all pupils, including those with special educational needs, receive a high-quality education. Reading strength: Our effective teaching strategies empower pupils to become fluent readers, setting them up for success in their academic journey. Personal development : At Ark Kings Academy, we prioritize personal development, preparing our pupils for their future roles as responsible citizens. Attendance : Our pupils and parents recognise the importance of high attendance, and at secondary, we sit above the national average. Visit arkkingsacademy.org/jobs learn more about us. Diversity and inclusion: We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone - staff and students - can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark's diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link. Safeguarding statement: Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark's safer recruitment process, please click this link. Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience.
May 04, 2026
Full time
About the role: You will be instrumental in our vision " At Ark Kings Academy, every individual will develop the character to thrive in life, education and employment." We are seeking an exceptional Head of PE to lead our PE department and drive outstanding outcomes for students across all key stages. This is a pivotal leadership role for an ambitious and inspiring practitioner who is passionate about physical education, student wellbeing and academic excellence. As Head of PE, you will be responsible for the strategic direction and day to day leadership of the department, ensuring the delivery of a high quality, inclusive and ambitious curriculum. You will foster a culture of high expectations, professional collaboration and continuous improvement, enabling all students to make excellent progress while developing lifelong habits of physical activity, resilience and teamwork. You will play a key role in shaping whole school culture through sport, enrichment and competition, while working closely with senior leaders, staff, students and families to strengthen our school community. You will contribute to a workplace culture which has safeguarding and child protection at its heart. Benefits Partnership with BCFC Foundation Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale. Twice as many training days as standard. Generous pension scheme. Access to Ark rewards - a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers Interest-free loans - up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle. Gym discounts - offering up to 40%. Access to Employee Assistance Programme - providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support. Free soup in Autumn/Winter terms Free fruit in Spring/Summer terms Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at arkonline.org/careers/why-work-with-us/ About Us We are an all-through school serving the local community with pupils from Nursery - Year 11. Our mission is to create a school in which every child thrives, academically and socially. Over the past 2 years we have made remarkable progress, moving from an Inadequate Ofsted rating to a Good. This achievement reflects the dedication and hard work of our staff with Ofsted commenting that pupils "understand the high expectations that staff have for them and strive to meet with". The strengths of our school include: Behaviour: Our pupils know the school rules of, 'ready, respectful and safe' and demonstrate these qualities in their behaviour towards each other and their teachers. An ambitious curriculum: Our well-sequenced curriculum, spanning early years to Year 11, ensures that all pupils, including those with special educational needs, receive a high-quality education. Reading strength: Our effective teaching strategies empower pupils to become fluent readers, setting them up for success in their academic journey. Personal development : At Ark Kings Academy, we prioritize personal development, preparing our pupils for their future roles as responsible citizens. Attendance : Our pupils and parents recognise the importance of high attendance, and at secondary, we sit above the national average. Visit arkkingsacademy.org/jobs learn more about us. Diversity and inclusion: We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone - staff and students - can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark's diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link. Safeguarding statement: Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark's safer recruitment process, please click this link. Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience.
Aspire People Limited
West Bromwich, West Midlands
Job Title: Level 3 & Level 2 Nursery PractitionersLocation: West BromwichPosition: Flexible, Full-Time & Part-Time Hours AvailableShifts: Weekly Shifts, Flexibility OfferedAbout the Role:Aspire People is excited to be working with a reputable nursery chain looking for Level 2 and Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join their dedicated teams. We are offering flexible working hours with both full-time and part-time opportunities available, including weekly shifts that can be tailored to suit your availability.As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a key role in providing high-quality early years education and care. Your responsibilities will include:Supporting the development and learning of children aged 0-5 in line with the EYFS framework.Creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children to thrive.Engaging in activities that promote children's social, emotional, and cognitive development.Supporting children's individual needs, encouraging them to reach their full potential.Communicating effectively with colleagues, parents, and carers to ensure the best outcomes for the children.Assisting in planning and implementing activities that support children's learning and development.Maintaining a high standard of care and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed.What We Are Looking For:Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential).Experience working in a nursery setting, with a solid understanding of the EYFS framework.A genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.The ability to work well as part of a team, with a positive and proactive attitude.A flexible approach to working hours and shifts.A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.Why Work with Aspire People?Flexible working options - full-time and part-time shifts.Weekly shift patterns to fit around your schedule.Opportunity to work across a range of nurseries, gaining experience in diverse settings.Ongoing support and development from Aspire People's team.Competitive pay rates and benefits.A chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families.If you are a passionate and dedicated Nursery Practitioner with the right qualifications and experience, we would love to hear from you!Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
May 03, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Level 3 & Level 2 Nursery PractitionersLocation: West BromwichPosition: Flexible, Full-Time & Part-Time Hours AvailableShifts: Weekly Shifts, Flexibility OfferedAbout the Role:Aspire People is excited to be working with a reputable nursery chain looking for Level 2 and Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join their dedicated teams. We are offering flexible working hours with both full-time and part-time opportunities available, including weekly shifts that can be tailored to suit your availability.As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a key role in providing high-quality early years education and care. Your responsibilities will include:Supporting the development and learning of children aged 0-5 in line with the EYFS framework.Creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children to thrive.Engaging in activities that promote children's social, emotional, and cognitive development.Supporting children's individual needs, encouraging them to reach their full potential.Communicating effectively with colleagues, parents, and carers to ensure the best outcomes for the children.Assisting in planning and implementing activities that support children's learning and development.Maintaining a high standard of care and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed.What We Are Looking For:Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential).Experience working in a nursery setting, with a solid understanding of the EYFS framework.A genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.The ability to work well as part of a team, with a positive and proactive attitude.A flexible approach to working hours and shifts.A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.Why Work with Aspire People?Flexible working options - full-time and part-time shifts.Weekly shift patterns to fit around your schedule.Opportunity to work across a range of nurseries, gaining experience in diverse settings.Ongoing support and development from Aspire People's team.Competitive pay rates and benefits.A chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families.If you are a passionate and dedicated Nursery Practitioner with the right qualifications and experience, we would love to hear from you!Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
Role Overview: Join Our Busy Bees Family - Start Your Career in Early Years Today! Apply today to join us on our June, September or October learning cohorts. Are you passionate about working with children and ready to begin a rewarding career in the Early Years sector? At Busy Bees, the UK's leading nursery group, we're looking for enthusiastic, caring individuals to join us as Early Years Apprentices. Whether you're taking your first step into childcare or looking to grow your skills, this is your chance to learn, develop, and make a real difference every day. Why Choose a Busy Bees Apprenticeship? As an Apprentice, you will: Work alongside experienced, inspiring Early Years professionals Receive dedicated support and mentoring throughout your qualification Take part in bespoke Learning & Development courses Be regularly visited by your Development Coach for feedback and guidance Gain the skills, confidence, and experience needed for a long-term career in childcare Our apprentices are valued members of the team - you won't just be watching; you will be learning, contributing, and growing from day one! Why Busy Bees? At Busy Bees, we're proud to be the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more around the world. Our mission is simple: to give every child the very best start in life. We've also been recognised for our positive workplace culture, and we're committed to making sure every team member feels valued, supported, and listened to. You'll also experience: Our award-winning Bee Curious curriculum - designed to spark imagination, confidence, and a love of learning in every child. A workplace culture where every team member feels valued and supported Opportunities to get involved in our charity partnership with BBC Children in Need Busy Bees Benefits We offer a fantastic range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Ongoing training and career progression Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform - with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial guidance through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Workplace pension with Cushon Option for discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Role Responsibilities: Your responsibilities and expectations As an apprentice, you will: Help plan and deliver exciting, age-appropriate activities following the EYFS framework Support the team to provide high-quality childcare and positive learning experiences for all children Build strong, supportive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues Ensure children's individual needs are understood and met Contribute to the safeguarding of all children Work proactively toward completing your apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe Show enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment to your own development Required Qualifications: Essential Criteria To apply, you must: Be passionate about childcare and motivated to start a career in Early Years To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years Be able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills) Desirable Criteria (not essential) A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification Start your future in Early Years with a team that truly believes in you. Apply now and begin your Busy Bees journey! Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
May 03, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Busy Bees Family - Start Your Career in Early Years Today! Apply today to join us on our June, September or October learning cohorts. Are you passionate about working with children and ready to begin a rewarding career in the Early Years sector? At Busy Bees, the UK's leading nursery group, we're looking for enthusiastic, caring individuals to join us as Early Years Apprentices. Whether you're taking your first step into childcare or looking to grow your skills, this is your chance to learn, develop, and make a real difference every day. Why Choose a Busy Bees Apprenticeship? As an Apprentice, you will: Work alongside experienced, inspiring Early Years professionals Receive dedicated support and mentoring throughout your qualification Take part in bespoke Learning & Development courses Be regularly visited by your Development Coach for feedback and guidance Gain the skills, confidence, and experience needed for a long-term career in childcare Our apprentices are valued members of the team - you won't just be watching; you will be learning, contributing, and growing from day one! Why Busy Bees? At Busy Bees, we're proud to be the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more around the world. Our mission is simple: to give every child the very best start in life. We've also been recognised for our positive workplace culture, and we're committed to making sure every team member feels valued, supported, and listened to. You'll also experience: Our award-winning Bee Curious curriculum - designed to spark imagination, confidence, and a love of learning in every child. A workplace culture where every team member feels valued and supported Opportunities to get involved in our charity partnership with BBC Children in Need Busy Bees Benefits We offer a fantastic range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Ongoing training and career progression Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform - with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial guidance through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Workplace pension with Cushon Option for discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Role Responsibilities: Your responsibilities and expectations As an apprentice, you will: Help plan and deliver exciting, age-appropriate activities following the EYFS framework Support the team to provide high-quality childcare and positive learning experiences for all children Build strong, supportive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues Ensure children's individual needs are understood and met Contribute to the safeguarding of all children Work proactively toward completing your apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe Show enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment to your own development Required Qualifications: Essential Criteria To apply, you must: Be passionate about childcare and motivated to start a career in Early Years To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years Be able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills) Desirable Criteria (not essential) A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification Start your future in Early Years with a team that truly believes in you. Apply now and begin your Busy Bees journey! Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. About our Nursery This purpose-built nursery is designed on a single level, ensuring easy access for all children. Each age group has its own dedicated garden space, providing a safe and engaging outdoor environment. The nursery has received a good Ofsted rating, reflecting its quality of care and education. However, the nearest bus stop is approximately a 12-15 minute walk away. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader: Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms. Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children. Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team. Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs. Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding protocols across the centre. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for both children and team members. Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees-apply today!
May 03, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. About our Nursery This purpose-built nursery is designed on a single level, ensuring easy access for all children. Each age group has its own dedicated garden space, providing a safe and engaging outdoor environment. The nursery has received a good Ofsted rating, reflecting its quality of care and education. However, the nearest bus stop is approximately a 12-15 minute walk away. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader: Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms. Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children. Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team. Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs. Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding protocols across the centre. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for both children and team members. Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees-apply today!
