Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a 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. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Join our dedicated and friendly team at Busy Bees in Biggleswade Kings Reach, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 109 children. We are passionate about nurturing children's love of learning through playful teaching, creating a fun and engaging environment. Our nursery is situated in the heart of a vibrant community, just a two-minute walk from a local supermarket and coffee shop. We offer convenient bus and train services into the local town, with a 15-minute walk to the nursery. Staff enjoy free lunch and parking, along with exciting in-house competitions to win extra days of annual leave. We provide free training to help you gain qualifications and support career progression within our organization. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a supportive and dynamic team. 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: Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room. Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children. Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration. Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents. Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children. Ensure health and safety standards are met, maintaining a clean and secure environment. Required Qualifications: Ideal 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. Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families. Make a positive impact on young learners-apply now!
May 18, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a 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. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Join our dedicated and friendly team at Busy Bees in Biggleswade Kings Reach, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 109 children. We are passionate about nurturing children's love of learning through playful teaching, creating a fun and engaging environment. Our nursery is situated in the heart of a vibrant community, just a two-minute walk from a local supermarket and coffee shop. We offer convenient bus and train services into the local town, with a 15-minute walk to the nursery. Staff enjoy free lunch and parking, along with exciting in-house competitions to win extra days of annual leave. We provide free training to help you gain qualifications and support career progression within our organization. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a supportive and dynamic team. 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: Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room. Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children. Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration. Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents. Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children. Ensure health and safety standards are met, maintaining a clean and secure environment. Required Qualifications: Ideal 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. Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families. Make a positive impact on young learners-apply now!
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. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Join our dedicated and friendly team at Busy Bees in Biggleswade Kings Reach, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 109 children. We are passionate about nurturing children's love of learning through playful teaching, creating a fun and engaging environment. Our nursery is situated in the heart of a vibrant community, just a two-minute walk from a local supermarket and coffee shop. We offer convenient bus and train services into the local town, with a 15-minute walk to the nursery. Staff enjoy free lunch and parking, along with exciting in-house competitions to win extra days of annual leave. We provide free training to help you gain qualifications and support career progression within our organization. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a supportive and dynamic team. 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 18, 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. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Join our dedicated and friendly team at Busy Bees in Biggleswade Kings Reach, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 109 children. We are passionate about nurturing children's love of learning through playful teaching, creating a fun and engaging environment. Our nursery is situated in the heart of a vibrant community, just a two-minute walk from a local supermarket and coffee shop. We offer convenient bus and train services into the local town, with a 15-minute walk to the nursery. Staff enjoy free lunch and parking, along with exciting in-house competitions to win extra days of annual leave. We provide free training to help you gain qualifications and support career progression within our organization. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a supportive and dynamic team. 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!
City: Macclesfield County: Cheshire Address: North West England Regional Area: North West England (Stoke- On- Trent and Manchester area) Salary: £36,000 - (depending on experience), travel allowance, 50% childcare discount, Performance-related bonuses, Pension. About you You are an experienced Nursery /Senior Nursery Manager or similar and you're looking for something slightly different with more variety and autonomy. In our Regional Support Nursery Manager roles you will get the opportunity to make a real impact. You get the variety that comes with travelling to different nursery settings and the satisfaction from helping our nurseries achieve outstanding OFSTED grading. If this sounds like something you'd enjoy, submit your application and start your Storal journey today . About Storal We are an award winning nursery group specialising in early years education and childcare. We create nurturing, engaging environments that support every child's growth and learning. We prioritise individualised care, team development, and a supportive work culture. Join us and become part of a team that values continuous learning and professional growth. In return we'll give you access to loads of retail discounts to help with your daily costs, 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays to help you recharge, a performance related bonus to help you feel valued and recognised, dedicated learning and development support to help you progress and, much much, more. What you will be doing: As a Support Nursery Manager you will be supporting our Nursery Managers and teams, and stepping in when your subject matter expertise is needed. Your mission is to ensure each setting upholds the highest standards of childcare and education, embodies Storal's values, and achieves strong financial performance. Key responsibilities:Risk Management: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to comply with Health and Safety legislation. Childcare Standards: Uphold and elevate the standards of childcare and education across all settings. Operational Compliance: Ensure full adherence to Storal's policies and procedures. Staff Supervision & Development: Lead regular staff supervisions and implement growth and development plans. Marketing & Occupancy: Actively promote the nursery locally to maintain high occupancy rates. Talent Management: Recruit and nurture staff who align with Storal's values and culture. Leadership: Exhibit strong leadership and embody the values of Storal in all interactions. Financial Oversight: Drive improvements in financial performance year over year. Safeguarding: Serve as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, overseeing child protection policies and procedures. Parent Engagement: Develop robust strategies for parent engagement and community involvement. The Qualifications, Skills & Competencies you'll need to be successful: Essential: - Full driving license and access to a vehicle.- Willingness to travel and stay away from home as needed.- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Early Years Education and Care (Level 6 preferred).- Proven experience in a Nursery Manager role.- In-depth knowledge of special educational needs and equality of opportunity.- Certification in Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene.- Strong written and verbal communication skills.- Proficiency in nursery administration tasks (invoices, payroll, timesheets).- Competent in using PCs, including word processing, spreadsheets, and email.- Experience in staff training and development.- Achieving OFSTED Outstanding Grade- Commercial acumen Desirable: - Degree or equivalent in a subject related to Childcare- Coaching and mentoring experience Benefits at a glance For you -We get the basics right enhanced holidays, paid sick pay, extra wellness day off (yearly) and accessing your pay before payday with PayCaptain Family matters - Balance starts at home Childcare Discount + Funding, compassionate leave & enhanced maternity (and more) Health & wellness - Nourishing body & mind Partnerships with Vitality & Peppy; fertility & menopause support, gym discount, free movie tickets and more Development - Investing in your future Micro-learning, financial stability tools & Storal Support Fund Our community - Growing together Termly inset days, team app & Storal Awards gathering. We pay for your DBS upfront along with reimbursing your annual update service charge We partner with world-leading third parties such as Pay Captain, Vitality, and Peppy. And much much more Join us at Storal and make a difference in the early years sector. Apply today to become our next Nursery Support Manager and take the lead in shaping the future of childcare and education!
May 18, 2026
Full time
City: Macclesfield County: Cheshire Address: North West England Regional Area: North West England (Stoke- On- Trent and Manchester area) Salary: £36,000 - (depending on experience), travel allowance, 50% childcare discount, Performance-related bonuses, Pension. About you You are an experienced Nursery /Senior Nursery Manager or similar and you're looking for something slightly different with more variety and autonomy. In our Regional Support Nursery Manager roles you will get the opportunity to make a real impact. You get the variety that comes with travelling to different nursery settings and the satisfaction from helping our nurseries achieve outstanding OFSTED grading. If this sounds like something you'd enjoy, submit your application and start your Storal journey today . About Storal We are an award winning nursery group specialising in early years education and childcare. We create nurturing, engaging environments that support every child's growth and learning. We prioritise individualised care, team development, and a supportive work culture. Join us and become part of a team that values continuous learning and professional growth. In return we'll give you access to loads of retail discounts to help with your daily costs, 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays to help you recharge, a performance related bonus to help you feel valued and recognised, dedicated learning and development support to help you progress and, much much, more. What you will be doing: As a Support Nursery Manager you will be supporting our Nursery Managers and teams, and stepping in when your subject matter expertise is needed. Your mission is to ensure each setting upholds the highest standards of childcare and education, embodies Storal's values, and achieves strong financial performance. Key responsibilities:Risk Management: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to comply with Health and Safety legislation. Childcare Standards: Uphold and elevate the standards of childcare and education across all settings. Operational Compliance: Ensure full adherence to Storal's policies and procedures. Staff Supervision & Development: Lead regular staff supervisions and implement growth and development plans. Marketing & Occupancy: Actively promote the nursery locally to maintain high occupancy rates. Talent Management: Recruit and nurture staff who align with Storal's values and culture. Leadership: Exhibit strong leadership and embody the values of Storal in all interactions. Financial Oversight: Drive improvements in financial performance year over year. Safeguarding: Serve as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, overseeing child protection policies and procedures. Parent Engagement: Develop robust strategies for parent engagement and community involvement. The Qualifications, Skills & Competencies you'll need to be successful: Essential: - Full driving license and access to a vehicle.- Willingness to travel and stay away from home as needed.- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Early Years Education and Care (Level 6 preferred).- Proven experience in a Nursery Manager role.- In-depth knowledge of special educational needs and equality of opportunity.- Certification in Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene.- Strong written and verbal communication skills.- Proficiency in nursery administration tasks (invoices, payroll, timesheets).- Competent in using PCs, including word processing, spreadsheets, and email.- Experience in staff training and development.- Achieving OFSTED Outstanding Grade- Commercial acumen Desirable: - Degree or equivalent in a subject related to Childcare- Coaching and mentoring experience Benefits at a glance For you -We get the basics right enhanced holidays, paid sick pay, extra wellness day off (yearly) and accessing your pay before payday with PayCaptain Family matters - Balance starts at home Childcare Discount + Funding, compassionate leave & enhanced maternity (and more) Health & wellness - Nourishing body & mind Partnerships with Vitality & Peppy; fertility & menopause support, gym discount, free movie tickets and more Development - Investing in your future Micro-learning, financial stability tools & Storal Support Fund Our community - Growing together Termly inset days, team app & Storal Awards gathering. We pay for your DBS upfront along with reimbursing your annual update service charge We partner with world-leading third parties such as Pay Captain, Vitality, and Peppy. And much much more Join us at Storal and make a difference in the early years sector. Apply today to become our next Nursery Support Manager and take the lead in shaping the future of childcare and education!
Permanent job, lease advisory and estate surveyor, RICS Lease Advisory & Estates ManagerEstates & Facilities Management University Estate Open to graduate, non-chartered and chartered surveyors About the RoleWe're looking for a motivated Lease Advisory & Estates Manager to help manage and maximise a diverse commercial property portfolio across our operational estate.This is a fantastic opportunity whether you're: A graduate surveyor non-chartered property professional developing your experience or An experienced Lease Advisory / Estates Manager seeking a varied and impactful role. Working closely with the Head of Property Office, you'll provide lease advisory services, manage commercial lettings, and advise colleagues and partners on a wide range of property, legal and estate-related matters. You'll be supported to grow, with structured development and support towards RICS accreditation where appropriate. What You'll Be Doing Managing the day-to-day operation of commercially let property, including landlord and tenant matters Negotiating heads of terms for leases, licences, rent reviews and renewals Preparing standard lease and licence documentation and managing legal processes Building strong relationships with commercial occupiers and internal stakeholders Carrying out landlord inspections and ensuring lease compliance Supporting service charge administration in line with the RICS Service Charge Code Advising on estate-related legal matters, including easements and wayleaves Working alongside engineering, sustainability and project teams on tenant works and compliance Helping identify opportunities to maximise income and value from the property portfolio Deputising for the Head of Property Office when required About You We're particularly keen to hear from candidates who have: Experience (or strong placement exposure) in commercial property management or lease advisory An interest in landlord and tenant law, lease interpretation and compliance Confidence communicating with non-property professionals Strong organisation, negotiation and problem-solving skills Good IT skills, including Excel, databases and digital/AI tools A willingness to learn, develop and build professional credibility QualificationsEssential Degree in a property or surveying-related discipline (e.g. Real Estate, Estate Management) Desirable RICS membership or working towards chartership Experience in an institutional or large-estate environment Knowledge of property insurance or public-sector estates legislation Why Join ? Work on a complex, varied and interesting estate Gain hands-on experience across lease advisory and estates management Clear development pathway with professional support and mentoring Collaborative and supportive Estates & Facilities Management team Opportunity to make a real contribution to the organisation's long-term estate strategy Rewards 40+ days annual leave Fantastic Pension contribution Creche /nursery on site with discounted rates Competitive Salary What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
May 18, 2026
Full time
Permanent job, lease advisory and estate surveyor, RICS Lease Advisory & Estates ManagerEstates & Facilities Management University Estate Open to graduate, non-chartered and chartered surveyors About the RoleWe're looking for a motivated Lease Advisory & Estates Manager to help manage and maximise a diverse commercial property portfolio across our operational estate.This is a fantastic opportunity whether you're: A graduate surveyor non-chartered property professional developing your experience or An experienced Lease Advisory / Estates Manager seeking a varied and impactful role. Working closely with the Head of Property Office, you'll provide lease advisory services, manage commercial lettings, and advise colleagues and partners on a wide range of property, legal and estate-related matters. You'll be supported to grow, with structured development and support towards RICS accreditation where appropriate. What You'll Be Doing Managing the day-to-day operation of commercially let property, including landlord and tenant matters Negotiating heads of terms for leases, licences, rent reviews and renewals Preparing standard lease and licence documentation and managing legal processes Building strong relationships with commercial occupiers and internal stakeholders Carrying out landlord inspections and ensuring lease compliance Supporting service charge administration in line with the RICS Service Charge Code Advising on estate-related legal matters, including easements and wayleaves Working alongside engineering, sustainability and project teams on tenant works and compliance Helping identify opportunities to maximise income and value from the property portfolio Deputising for the Head of Property Office when required About You We're particularly keen to hear from candidates who have: Experience (or strong placement exposure) in commercial property management or lease advisory An interest in landlord and tenant law, lease interpretation and compliance Confidence communicating with non-property professionals Strong organisation, negotiation and problem-solving skills Good IT skills, including Excel, databases and digital/AI tools A willingness to learn, develop and build professional credibility QualificationsEssential Degree in a property or surveying-related discipline (e.g. Real Estate, Estate Management) Desirable RICS membership or working towards chartership Experience in an institutional or large-estate environment Knowledge of property insurance or public-sector estates legislation Why Join ? Work on a complex, varied and interesting estate Gain hands-on experience across lease advisory and estates management Clear development pathway with professional support and mentoring Collaborative and supportive Estates & Facilities Management team Opportunity to make a real contribution to the organisation's long-term estate strategy Rewards 40+ days annual leave Fantastic Pension contribution Creche /nursery on site with discounted rates Competitive Salary What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Senior Leader or Deputy Nursery Manager looking to join a progressive organization to enhance your career. You will be joining an established Management team, as the Deputy Manager you will be supporting the Nursery Manager in his/her duties. Some of your responsibilities as the Nursery Deputy Manager will be to support the management team with :- To achieve and maintain high standards of care and education across the nursery To effectively lead and manage the staff team including recruitment and retention, providing day to day guidance, training and support to all staff To ensure all policies, procedures and curriculums are implemented and adhered to at all times To keep abreast of current early childhood thinking/trends To effectively manage the budgets and occupancy levels To implement an effective parent liaison programme, to be influential in developing strong links with parents To help manage all day to day operations of the nursery including sale and marketing, HR, quality and health and safety You will need to have the following qualifications, training and experience: You will be qualified to at least SVQ LEVEL 3 in Early Years and Education and ideally have 2 years or more experience in a senior role. An ability to lead, manage and inspire a team successfully together with good interpersonal skills. A customer service approach, being willing to go above and beyond for families. An advocate of change, you will be a positive role model, delivering every day with passion while putting children first always. Excellent rates of pay, bonuses and benefits with on-going support and career development. All applicants will be required to complete a PVG and have a SSSC registration. We believe that we can only be as successful as our employees. That is why we invest 100% in each and every member of our team. For more information please contact us or send us your CV to be considered for the position. Please do not hesitate in contacting us should you have any questions: Telephone: or Email: PLEASE SEND YOUR CV TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION
May 18, 2026
Full time
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Senior Leader or Deputy Nursery Manager looking to join a progressive organization to enhance your career. You will be joining an established Management team, as the Deputy Manager you will be supporting the Nursery Manager in his/her duties. Some of your responsibilities as the Nursery Deputy Manager will be to support the management team with :- To achieve and maintain high standards of care and education across the nursery To effectively lead and manage the staff team including recruitment and retention, providing day to day guidance, training and support to all staff To ensure all policies, procedures and curriculums are implemented and adhered to at all times To keep abreast of current early childhood thinking/trends To effectively manage the budgets and occupancy levels To implement an effective parent liaison programme, to be influential in developing strong links with parents To help manage all day to day operations of the nursery including sale and marketing, HR, quality and health and safety You will need to have the following qualifications, training and experience: You will be qualified to at least SVQ LEVEL 3 in Early Years and Education and ideally have 2 years or more experience in a senior role. An ability to lead, manage and inspire a team successfully together with good interpersonal skills. A customer service approach, being willing to go above and beyond for families. An advocate of change, you will be a positive role model, delivering every day with passion while putting children first always. Excellent rates of pay, bonuses and benefits with on-going support and career development. All applicants will be required to complete a PVG and have a SSSC registration. We believe that we can only be as successful as our employees. That is why we invest 100% in each and every member of our team. For more information please contact us or send us your CV to be considered for the position. Please do not hesitate in contacting us should you have any questions: Telephone: or Email: PLEASE SEND YOUR CV TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION
This a rare opportunity for an experienced Nursery Manager to join a fantastic nursery group in the role of Support Manager. You will be working with a cluster of nurseries, supporting the managers at each setting with the needs of the nursery in various ways, ensuring that each nursery is achieving its full potential. You will be someone who is passionate about Early Years and delivering excellent standards of childcare and education to all the families using the service. You will be someone who is an inspirational leader and able to maintain and develop highly effective staff support programs, ensuing all staff members achieve and deliver the very best possible standards, in an inclusive and supportive environment. Some of your responsibilities as Mobile Nursery Manager will include:- To support the daily running and administration of the Nursery whilst adhering to the company Policies and Procedures, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements. To lead the Nursery teams ensuring that all children are kept safe and receive rich and stimulating play and learning experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development To nurture every child in in your care providing consistency, innovation and excellence, igniting curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. To ensure that all of the Company Health and Safety policies and procedures are put into practice including allergy management, risk assessment and medication policies etc. To lead the Nursery team ensuring that the nursery offers an environment which reflects the cultural diversity of all children. To prepare for and lead the nursery team during inspections by regulatory bodies and to implement any recommendations To induct, support and mentor new staff, carry out staff supervise meetings, conduct regular staff assessments, recognising training needs, monitoring training and developing teamwork. You will need to have the following qualifications, training and experience: Full and relevant SVQ LEVEL 3 in Early Years and Education and ideally have 2 years or more experience in a senior role. An ability to lead, manage and inspire a team successfully together with good interpersonal skills A sound knowledge of child development for children from birth to five years and understanding of the Early Years Framework, Realising the Ambition: Being Me and Curriculum for Excellence A sound knowledge of child protection procedures A customer service approach, being willing to go above and beyond for families Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Able to lead the nursery marketing strategy including the planning and delivery of a strong marketing plan, the implementation of interesting marketing and retention events and the successful conversion of enquiries The ability to plan and organise workload A minimum of two years post qualifying leadership experience in managing full day care settings Effectively manage the nursery budget, including ensuring that income targets are met, budgeted staff and other costs are not exceeded Excellent rates of pay with on-going support and career development. All successful applicants will be required to have an Enhanced DBS carried out. As a specialist Childcare agency, we believe that we can only be as successful as our candidates and employees. That is why we invest 100% in each and every candidate who registers with us and value all the work carried out by our team. For more information, please contact us at the office on or send us your CV to be considered for the position. PLEASE SEND YOUR CV TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION
May 18, 2026
Full time
This a rare opportunity for an experienced Nursery Manager to join a fantastic nursery group in the role of Support Manager. You will be working with a cluster of nurseries, supporting the managers at each setting with the needs of the nursery in various ways, ensuring that each nursery is achieving its full potential. You will be someone who is passionate about Early Years and delivering excellent standards of childcare and education to all the families using the service. You will be someone who is an inspirational leader and able to maintain and develop highly effective staff support programs, ensuing all staff members achieve and deliver the very best possible standards, in an inclusive and supportive environment. Some of your responsibilities as Mobile Nursery Manager will include:- To support the daily running and administration of the Nursery whilst adhering to the company Policies and Procedures, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements. To lead the Nursery teams ensuring that all children are kept safe and receive rich and stimulating play and learning experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development To nurture every child in in your care providing consistency, innovation and excellence, igniting curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. To ensure that all of the Company Health and Safety policies and procedures are put into practice including allergy management, risk assessment and medication policies etc. To lead the Nursery team ensuring that the nursery offers an environment which reflects the cultural diversity of all children. To prepare for and lead the nursery team during inspections by regulatory bodies and to implement any recommendations To induct, support and mentor new staff, carry out staff supervise meetings, conduct regular staff assessments, recognising training needs, monitoring training and developing teamwork. You will need to have the following qualifications, training and experience: Full and relevant SVQ LEVEL 3 in Early Years and Education and ideally have 2 years or more experience in a senior role. An ability to lead, manage and inspire a team successfully together with good interpersonal skills A sound knowledge of child development for children from birth to five years and understanding of the Early Years Framework, Realising the Ambition: Being Me and Curriculum for Excellence A sound knowledge of child protection procedures A customer service approach, being willing to go above and beyond for families Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Able to lead the nursery marketing strategy including the planning and delivery of a strong marketing plan, the implementation of interesting marketing and retention events and the successful conversion of enquiries The ability to plan and organise workload A minimum of two years post qualifying leadership experience in managing full day care settings Effectively manage the nursery budget, including ensuring that income targets are met, budgeted staff and other costs are not exceeded Excellent rates of pay with on-going support and career development. All successful applicants will be required to have an Enhanced DBS carried out. As a specialist Childcare agency, we believe that we can only be as successful as our candidates and employees. That is why we invest 100% in each and every candidate who registers with us and value all the work carried out by our team. For more information, please contact us at the office on or send us your CV to be considered for the position. PLEASE SEND YOUR CV TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION
The Compliance & Recruitment Officer plays a vital role supporting the Recruitment and Compliance Team Partners to ensure that our recruitment and onboarding processes for permanent staff, temporary workers, and volunteers align with regulatory requirements and maintain the integrity and compliance of our hiring practice. As a Compliance & Recruitment Officer you will deliver a high quality and responsive service to prospective candidates, recruiting managers and business stakeholders. In addition, you serve as a subject matter expert to the People Team and the wider organisation, ensuring that we prioritise the safeguarding of the children and young people right from the start of an employee's recruitment and onboarding journey. On-Boarding & Compliance Coordinate all aspects of the onboarding and compliance process and ensure that the processes are completed accurately, efficiently and in a timely manner, including: issuing contracts, pre-employment compliance checks, and keying new starters/setting up new starters on the onboarding system. Ensure the accurate entry and maintenance of data onto the relevant HR Systems/ spreadsheets, by employing robust quality assurance and due diligence measures. Be the subject matter expert for Access Recruit & Onboarding and Better Impact for the team, the candidates/onboardees and the wider organisation Monitor and maintain ongoing compliance requirements across staff files, including (but not limited to): Right to Work documentation (i.e. valid Visas and passports); Professional Registrations; Dr's professional insurance, etc. Ensure that all aspects of DBS process are managed in accordance with policy/procedures Assist the Recruitment & Compliance Manager in preparing, analysing and producing relevant reports and statistics. Conduct audit checks on new starters, volunteer and temporary worker files and report back to team to ensure continuous improvement and accuracy of data collected. Interview date: 4th June About Us The Children's Trust is the UK's leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits on our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher's pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children's Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children's Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions. Equal Opportunity Employer To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK's diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark - our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements. Online Searches In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate's name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
May 18, 2026
Full time
The Compliance & Recruitment Officer plays a vital role supporting the Recruitment and Compliance Team Partners to ensure that our recruitment and onboarding processes for permanent staff, temporary workers, and volunteers align with regulatory requirements and maintain the integrity and compliance of our hiring practice. As a Compliance & Recruitment Officer you will deliver a high quality and responsive service to prospective candidates, recruiting managers and business stakeholders. In addition, you serve as a subject matter expert to the People Team and the wider organisation, ensuring that we prioritise the safeguarding of the children and young people right from the start of an employee's recruitment and onboarding journey. On-Boarding & Compliance Coordinate all aspects of the onboarding and compliance process and ensure that the processes are completed accurately, efficiently and in a timely manner, including: issuing contracts, pre-employment compliance checks, and keying new starters/setting up new starters on the onboarding system. Ensure the accurate entry and maintenance of data onto the relevant HR Systems/ spreadsheets, by employing robust quality assurance and due diligence measures. Be the subject matter expert for Access Recruit & Onboarding and Better Impact for the team, the candidates/onboardees and the wider organisation Monitor and maintain ongoing compliance requirements across staff files, including (but not limited to): Right to Work documentation (i.e. valid Visas and passports); Professional Registrations; Dr's professional insurance, etc. Ensure that all aspects of DBS process are managed in accordance with policy/procedures Assist the Recruitment & Compliance Manager in preparing, analysing and producing relevant reports and statistics. Conduct audit checks on new starters, volunteer and temporary worker files and report back to team to ensure continuous improvement and accuracy of data collected. Interview date: 4th June About Us The Children's Trust is the UK's leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits on our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher's pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children's Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children's Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions. Equal Opportunity Employer To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK's diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark - our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements. Online Searches In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate's name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. The role This is an Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) funded position within the UK National Ion Beam Centre, a multi-institutional collaboration comprising the UK Atomic Energy Authority, the University of Manchester, and the University of Surrey, with Surrey acting as the lead site. The role is a key strategic position responsible for driving the long-term development, operational effectiveness, and external engagement of the Centre, enhancing its national and international impact, supporting academic and industrial users, and contributing to the growth, sustainability, and reputation of the UK's ion beam research capabilities. This is a fixed-term appointment until 31 July 2027, with the possibility of extension subject to future funding. About you We're looking for someone with: Technical Expertise: A degree or PhD in Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline, with experience in semiconductor technologies (e.g. ion implantation or related, 2D materials etc.) Management Experience: Proven experience in managing scientific facilities, R&D labs, or cleanroom environments Collaboration & Communication: Ability to work with academic researchers and industrial stakeholders to translate requirements into growth recipes Project Management: Skills in managing complex equipment upgrades and coordinating with vendors What we can offer In addition to a competitive salary you will receive 25 days annual leave, with 8 additional days for Bank Holidays and 7 for University closure days. We offer a generous pension, flexible working options, access to world-class leisure facilities, a range of travel schemes, and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery. How to apply Applicants should submit a CV and a cover letter explaining their suitability for the role when applying through the University website. Interviews are expected to take place w/c 15th June. Informal enquiries should be sent to Prof Satheesh Krishnamurthy via For more information about the Surrey Ion Beam Centre please visit The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities. Further details Job Description
May 17, 2026
Full time
The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. The role This is an Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) funded position within the UK National Ion Beam Centre, a multi-institutional collaboration comprising the UK Atomic Energy Authority, the University of Manchester, and the University of Surrey, with Surrey acting as the lead site. The role is a key strategic position responsible for driving the long-term development, operational effectiveness, and external engagement of the Centre, enhancing its national and international impact, supporting academic and industrial users, and contributing to the growth, sustainability, and reputation of the UK's ion beam research capabilities. This is a fixed-term appointment until 31 July 2027, with the possibility of extension subject to future funding. About you We're looking for someone with: Technical Expertise: A degree or PhD in Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline, with experience in semiconductor technologies (e.g. ion implantation or related, 2D materials etc.) Management Experience: Proven experience in managing scientific facilities, R&D labs, or cleanroom environments Collaboration & Communication: Ability to work with academic researchers and industrial stakeholders to translate requirements into growth recipes Project Management: Skills in managing complex equipment upgrades and coordinating with vendors What we can offer In addition to a competitive salary you will receive 25 days annual leave, with 8 additional days for Bank Holidays and 7 for University closure days. We offer a generous pension, flexible working options, access to world-class leisure facilities, a range of travel schemes, and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery. How to apply Applicants should submit a CV and a cover letter explaining their suitability for the role when applying through the University website. Interviews are expected to take place w/c 15th June. Informal enquiries should be sent to Prof Satheesh Krishnamurthy via For more information about the Surrey Ion Beam Centre please visit The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities. Further details Job Description
What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we're passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Donisthorpe as a Deputy Manager! We're now looking for a Deputy Manager to join our team, someone who's ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Donisthorpe? A large nursery with a family feel A good location, in the heart of the national forest Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 Crowned NMT's Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running 80% Childcare Discount - T&Cs apply What we offer our Deputy Managers: Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day! Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Take the day off on your birthday, it's all about you! Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. How you'll make a difference as a Deputy Manager: Through working alongside the manager to help with all areas of running the nursery, making sure everything runs smoothly day to day. By building warm, trusting relationships with families and work together with outside agencies to support each child's growth and wellbeing. Guiding and support the nursery team, keeping children safe at all times and bringing the EYFS to life in a way that's fun, engaging, and meets all requirements. What a Deputy Manager needs: Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification. Excellent understanding of EYFS. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children. Leadership experience within a nursery setting. Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Donisthorpe We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish! Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.
May 16, 2026
Full time
What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we're passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Donisthorpe as a Deputy Manager! We're now looking for a Deputy Manager to join our team, someone who's ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Donisthorpe? A large nursery with a family feel A good location, in the heart of the national forest Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 Crowned NMT's Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running 80% Childcare Discount - T&Cs apply What we offer our Deputy Managers: Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day! Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Take the day off on your birthday, it's all about you! Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. How you'll make a difference as a Deputy Manager: Through working alongside the manager to help with all areas of running the nursery, making sure everything runs smoothly day to day. By building warm, trusting relationships with families and work together with outside agencies to support each child's growth and wellbeing. Guiding and support the nursery team, keeping children safe at all times and bringing the EYFS to life in a way that's fun, engaging, and meets all requirements. What a Deputy Manager needs: Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification. Excellent understanding of EYFS. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children. Leadership experience within a nursery setting. Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Donisthorpe We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish! Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.
Acer Recruitment is working alongside a Nursery in the borough of Lewisham, who is seeking a Nursery Chef to work on a Permanent basis. This is a full time, all year round permanent position 40 hours 5 days between Monday - Friday. Salary depending on capability and experience. To be considered for this position you must have the following: Positive attitude, passion and enthusiam Clear Enchanced DBS Ability to work on your own intiative or part of team. Benefits: Outstanding training including an induction and a personal development plan Progression opportunities Free DBS Check Pension Scheme Employee appreciation events 3 times per year First aid training for all staff Additional day of annual leave after 1 year of service for the first 3 years This is an amazing opportunity with genuine career progression and chance to join an established and professional nursery. Apply now for one of our experienced consultants to give you a call and discuss the next steps with your application process for a immediate interview. We also have other roles available, so please get in touch even if these hours or this area is not right for you whether you are a Nursery Assistant, Level 2, Level 3, Nursery Chef, Room Leader, Third In Charge, Deputy Manager or Manager.
May 16, 2026
Full time
Acer Recruitment is working alongside a Nursery in the borough of Lewisham, who is seeking a Nursery Chef to work on a Permanent basis. This is a full time, all year round permanent position 40 hours 5 days between Monday - Friday. Salary depending on capability and experience. To be considered for this position you must have the following: Positive attitude, passion and enthusiam Clear Enchanced DBS Ability to work on your own intiative or part of team. Benefits: Outstanding training including an induction and a personal development plan Progression opportunities Free DBS Check Pension Scheme Employee appreciation events 3 times per year First aid training for all staff Additional day of annual leave after 1 year of service for the first 3 years This is an amazing opportunity with genuine career progression and chance to join an established and professional nursery. Apply now for one of our experienced consultants to give you a call and discuss the next steps with your application process for a immediate interview. We also have other roles available, so please get in touch even if these hours or this area is not right for you whether you are a Nursery Assistant, Level 2, Level 3, Nursery Chef, Room Leader, Third In Charge, Deputy Manager or Manager.
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. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Join our dedicated and friendly team at Busy Bees in Biggleswade Kings Reach, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 109 children. We are passionate about nurturing children's love of learning through playful teaching, creating a fun and engaging environment. Our nursery is situated in the heart of a vibrant community, just a two-minute walk from a local supermarket and coffee shop. We offer convenient bus and train services into the local town, with a 15-minute walk to the nursery. Staff enjoy free lunch and parking, along with exciting in-house competitions to win extra days of annual leave. We provide free training to help you gain qualifications and support career progression within our organization. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a supportive and dynamic team. 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 16, 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. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Join our dedicated and friendly team at Busy Bees in Biggleswade Kings Reach, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 109 children. We are passionate about nurturing children's love of learning through playful teaching, creating a fun and engaging environment. Our nursery is situated in the heart of a vibrant community, just a two-minute walk from a local supermarket and coffee shop. We offer convenient bus and train services into the local town, with a 15-minute walk to the nursery. Staff enjoy free lunch and parking, along with exciting in-house competitions to win extra days of annual leave. We provide free training to help you gain qualifications and support career progression within our organization. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a supportive and dynamic team. 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!
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. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Join our friendly team at Busy Bees in Huntingdon, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 100 children. We are passionate about providing children with the best start in life and feature five spacious rooms, including a unique sensory room that sets us apart in the area. Our nursery regularly hosts engaging visits from local police, professional photographers, and ZooLab, enriching the children's learning experiences. Conveniently located off Hinchingbrooke Business Park, we are close to the town center and train station for easy access. We offer free parking for our staff, a day off for birthdays, and opportunities for career progression and qualifications. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a supportive and vibrant environment. 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 16, 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. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Join our friendly team at Busy Bees in Huntingdon, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 100 children. We are passionate about providing children with the best start in life and feature five spacious rooms, including a unique sensory room that sets us apart in the area. Our nursery regularly hosts engaging visits from local police, professional photographers, and ZooLab, enriching the children's learning experiences. Conveniently located off Hinchingbrooke Business Park, we are close to the town center and train station for easy access. We offer free parking for our staff, a day off for birthdays, and opportunities for career progression and qualifications. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a supportive and vibrant environment. 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!
Senior Lead Practitioner Located: Edinburgh 40 Hours Per Week - across 4 days - £15.25/Hr We always put our children first but we invest in you too as a Senior Lead Practitioner because to our children, you're a hero and we know that you deserve to feel like one! We offer: If you join us on full time hours, you will receive a RIDACARD for anytime use, whether this is for your work commute, or social activities on behalf of us. Earn An Extra £400 Per Month Through Referrals Birthday Holiday And Wellbeing Day Off - An Additional 2 Days Off Paid Leave! Christmas Week Closure And Christmas Shopping Vouchers Company Supplied And Branded Outdoor Jackets Long Service Awards Monthly Colleague Spotlight Rewards - Cash Incentive Personal Progression Career Opportunities PVG & SSSC Registration Paid For On Behalf Of Thrive! Plus many more amazing benefits! About The Role: The Senior Lead Practitioner plays a crucial role in assisting the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager in the smooth and efficient operation of the nursery. This position involves supporting the management team in supervising staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, maintaining high-quality care for children, and fostering positive relationships with parents and other stakeholders. You will be a team player with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude. Essential Criteria: As a Senior Lead Practitioner, you will need to be level 3 qualified or above in correlation to the government guidelines. This role is great for anybody who is a current Qualified Practitioner, and is looking for their next opportunity in the Early Years industry. Children first everytime Deliver everyday with passion Be a positive role model Teamwork
May 16, 2026
Full time
Senior Lead Practitioner Located: Edinburgh 40 Hours Per Week - across 4 days - £15.25/Hr We always put our children first but we invest in you too as a Senior Lead Practitioner because to our children, you're a hero and we know that you deserve to feel like one! We offer: If you join us on full time hours, you will receive a RIDACARD for anytime use, whether this is for your work commute, or social activities on behalf of us. Earn An Extra £400 Per Month Through Referrals Birthday Holiday And Wellbeing Day Off - An Additional 2 Days Off Paid Leave! Christmas Week Closure And Christmas Shopping Vouchers Company Supplied And Branded Outdoor Jackets Long Service Awards Monthly Colleague Spotlight Rewards - Cash Incentive Personal Progression Career Opportunities PVG & SSSC Registration Paid For On Behalf Of Thrive! Plus many more amazing benefits! About The Role: The Senior Lead Practitioner plays a crucial role in assisting the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager in the smooth and efficient operation of the nursery. This position involves supporting the management team in supervising staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, maintaining high-quality care for children, and fostering positive relationships with parents and other stakeholders. You will be a team player with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude. Essential Criteria: As a Senior Lead Practitioner, you will need to be level 3 qualified or above in correlation to the government guidelines. This role is great for anybody who is a current Qualified Practitioner, and is looking for their next opportunity in the Early Years industry. Children first everytime Deliver everyday with passion Be a positive role model Teamwork
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Early Years Educator to join our team at Fox Hollies Nursery in Acocks Green, Birmingham. Rated Good by Ofsted and 8.9 on Day Nurseries. We are looking for a skilled early years educator who will offer our children high quality inclusive early years education and care. We take great pride in being a friendly, inclusive setting that put children and their families at the heart of our practice and provide excellent promotion and progression opportunities for our staff team. What we offer: We are proud to be part of the Early Years Alliance family of early years settings. Founded over 60 years ago, the Alliance is an educational charity dedicated to supporting the delivery of quality early years education and care to children and families. The Alliance prides itself on being a supportive workplace and offers significant benefits for our team members including: 100% discount on childcare and early education places (applicable to staff working in our early years settings) Extensive training and career progression planning, including access to our Learning Management System (LMS) The Alliance has invested in FAMLY reducing paperwork and giving you more time to focus on the children. A generous workplace pension scheme 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with additional annual leave for long service. Birthday leave so you can have a day off for your birthday dedicated to you and your well being Enhanced sickness pay and paid bereavement leave A Recruitment Referral Payment Scheme, giving you an introductory payment of up to £300 if someone you have referred to the Alliance takes up a role in the charity. Access to our Employee Assistant Programme (EAP), which includes 24/7 helpline access, dedicated managers helpline, confidential counselling sessions delivered by accredited specialists, legal, debt and life management advice, discounts, and wellbeing content plus resources. Savings of up to 25% on O2 Refresh Airtime Plan on any new phone or tablets A dedicated mental health First aider to support your mental well being Job purpose: As Early Years Educator, you will: provide creative and engaging learning opportunities for children. be a proactive member of the team, providing a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment support the nursery management team to deliver high-quality care and education in line with the setting's policies and procedures. Requirements: Successful applicants for the Early Years Educator position will need: a minimum Level 3 or above Early Years Education and Childcare Qualification or equivalent. proven post-qualification experience of working with children. Also, you will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, if your current certificate is not subscribed to the update service. Hours per week: 40 Weeks per year: 52
May 16, 2026
Full time
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Early Years Educator to join our team at Fox Hollies Nursery in Acocks Green, Birmingham. Rated Good by Ofsted and 8.9 on Day Nurseries. We are looking for a skilled early years educator who will offer our children high quality inclusive early years education and care. We take great pride in being a friendly, inclusive setting that put children and their families at the heart of our practice and provide excellent promotion and progression opportunities for our staff team. What we offer: We are proud to be part of the Early Years Alliance family of early years settings. Founded over 60 years ago, the Alliance is an educational charity dedicated to supporting the delivery of quality early years education and care to children and families. The Alliance prides itself on being a supportive workplace and offers significant benefits for our team members including: 100% discount on childcare and early education places (applicable to staff working in our early years settings) Extensive training and career progression planning, including access to our Learning Management System (LMS) The Alliance has invested in FAMLY reducing paperwork and giving you more time to focus on the children. A generous workplace pension scheme 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with additional annual leave for long service. Birthday leave so you can have a day off for your birthday dedicated to you and your well being Enhanced sickness pay and paid bereavement leave A Recruitment Referral Payment Scheme, giving you an introductory payment of up to £300 if someone you have referred to the Alliance takes up a role in the charity. Access to our Employee Assistant Programme (EAP), which includes 24/7 helpline access, dedicated managers helpline, confidential counselling sessions delivered by accredited specialists, legal, debt and life management advice, discounts, and wellbeing content plus resources. Savings of up to 25% on O2 Refresh Airtime Plan on any new phone or tablets A dedicated mental health First aider to support your mental well being Job purpose: As Early Years Educator, you will: provide creative and engaging learning opportunities for children. be a proactive member of the team, providing a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment support the nursery management team to deliver high-quality care and education in line with the setting's policies and procedures. Requirements: Successful applicants for the Early Years Educator position will need: a minimum Level 3 or above Early Years Education and Childcare Qualification or equivalent. proven post-qualification experience of working with children. Also, you will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, if your current certificate is not subscribed to the update service. Hours per week: 40 Weeks per year: 52
Ponteland Community Primary School
City, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Ponteland Community Primary School is seeking an outstanding Nursery Manager to lead and further develop our thriving and rapidly expanding nursery provision. Our nursery has expanded considerably in recent years and continues to grow in both size and reputation. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding and education, whilst helping to further strengthen the provision. The Nursery Manager will work closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to ensure the provision reflects the school's vision, values and commitment providing opportunities in abundance for every child. About the Role The Nursery Manager will be responsible for: Leading the strategic development and ongoing growth of the nursery provision; Ensuring exceptional standards of care, safeguarding and early years education; Leading, motivating and developing a highly effective nursery team; Managing staffing, budgets and operational organisation effectively; Developing strong partnerships with parents, carers and the wider community; Supporting smooth transitions for children; Ensuring compliance with EYFS statutory requirements and Ofsted expectations; Continuing to develop a nurturing, stimulating and ambitious learning environment for all children. About You We are looking for a professional who is: An experienced and highly effective early years leader; Passionate about providing an abundance of exceptional opportunities for young children; Committed to achieving the highest standards of safeguarding and care; Skilled in leading and developing teams; Warm, approachable and committed to building strong relationships with families; Excited by the opportunity to contribute to the strategic leadership of the school; Enthusiastic about playing a key role in the continued development of our expanding provision. Why Join Ponteland Community Primary School? At Ponteland Community Primary School, we are proud of our warm, inclusive and ambitious school community. Our strong community links, dedicated staff team and commitment to providing the very best opportunities for children are at the heart of everything we do. This role offers: The opportunity to lead a thriving and expanding nursery provision; A key strategic role as part of the Senior Leadership Team; The chance to shape early years provision for children aged 9 months to the end of Reception; A supportive and forward-thinking school environment; Excellent professional development opportunities; Strong partnerships with families and the wider community. HOW TO APPLY For all enquiries, or to arrange a visit to Ponteland Community Primary School, please contact the school office. Visits are encouraged and provide an excellent opportunity to experience our ethos, expanding early years environment and strong community spirit first-hand. Applications should be submitted using the school's application form and returned directly to the school by email or in person. Closing Date 12:00pm on Friday 5th June 2026
May 16, 2026
Full time
Ponteland Community Primary School is seeking an outstanding Nursery Manager to lead and further develop our thriving and rapidly expanding nursery provision. Our nursery has expanded considerably in recent years and continues to grow in both size and reputation. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding and education, whilst helping to further strengthen the provision. The Nursery Manager will work closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to ensure the provision reflects the school's vision, values and commitment providing opportunities in abundance for every child. About the Role The Nursery Manager will be responsible for: Leading the strategic development and ongoing growth of the nursery provision; Ensuring exceptional standards of care, safeguarding and early years education; Leading, motivating and developing a highly effective nursery team; Managing staffing, budgets and operational organisation effectively; Developing strong partnerships with parents, carers and the wider community; Supporting smooth transitions for children; Ensuring compliance with EYFS statutory requirements and Ofsted expectations; Continuing to develop a nurturing, stimulating and ambitious learning environment for all children. About You We are looking for a professional who is: An experienced and highly effective early years leader; Passionate about providing an abundance of exceptional opportunities for young children; Committed to achieving the highest standards of safeguarding and care; Skilled in leading and developing teams; Warm, approachable and committed to building strong relationships with families; Excited by the opportunity to contribute to the strategic leadership of the school; Enthusiastic about playing a key role in the continued development of our expanding provision. Why Join Ponteland Community Primary School? At Ponteland Community Primary School, we are proud of our warm, inclusive and ambitious school community. Our strong community links, dedicated staff team and commitment to providing the very best opportunities for children are at the heart of everything we do. This role offers: The opportunity to lead a thriving and expanding nursery provision; A key strategic role as part of the Senior Leadership Team; The chance to shape early years provision for children aged 9 months to the end of Reception; A supportive and forward-thinking school environment; Excellent professional development opportunities; Strong partnerships with families and the wider community. HOW TO APPLY For all enquiries, or to arrange a visit to Ponteland Community Primary School, please contact the school office. Visits are encouraged and provide an excellent opportunity to experience our ethos, expanding early years environment and strong community spirit first-hand. Applications should be submitted using the school's application form and returned directly to the school by email or in person. Closing Date 12:00pm on Friday 5th June 2026
Role Overview: We're Opening a Brand-New Busy Bees Nursery in Hailsham! Be Part of Something Amazing! We're opening a brand-new Busy Bees nursery in Hailsham this and this is YOUR chance to be part of something truly special! 110 little learners will soon be exploring, laughing, and growing-and we need passionate Room Leaders joining us in giving our children the best start in life! This is your chance to be part of something fresh, exciting, and built from the ground up! Be a founding team member, help shape the nursery culture, and create an environment where children and staff thrive together. WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US AS A ROOM LEADER Exclusive Busy Bees Benefits Competitive pay - £28,808.00 per annum! Career progression - Grow with us through training & development! Birthday off - Yes, really. Take the day to celebrate YOU! 50% childcare discount - Because family comes first! Up to 28 days holiday - Including 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, a happier you! Pension & financial perks - Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance support! Travel opportunities - Work with childcare professionals across the world! Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus - Because balance matters! Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders - We've got your back! 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 recognising our valued team members, and a Grow with Us area packed with development opportunities and training. Role Responsibilities: WHAT YOU'LL DO AS A ROOM LEADER Create engaging, exciting learning experiences for children Lead & inspire your nursery team with enthusiasm & creativity Support children's development & maintain positive relationships with families Plan fun, educational activities to spark curiosity & growth Ensure the highest standards of health, safety, and hygiene Required Qualifications: ARE YOU OUR PERFECT ROOM LEADER? We're searching for dynamic, passionate, and skilled childcare professionals to join our team . Do you have ? 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 A passion for 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 16, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: We're Opening a Brand-New Busy Bees Nursery in Hailsham! Be Part of Something Amazing! We're opening a brand-new Busy Bees nursery in Hailsham this and this is YOUR chance to be part of something truly special! 110 little learners will soon be exploring, laughing, and growing-and we need passionate Room Leaders joining us in giving our children the best start in life! This is your chance to be part of something fresh, exciting, and built from the ground up! Be a founding team member, help shape the nursery culture, and create an environment where children and staff thrive together. WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US AS A ROOM LEADER Exclusive Busy Bees Benefits Competitive pay - £28,808.00 per annum! Career progression - Grow with us through training & development! Birthday off - Yes, really. Take the day to celebrate YOU! 50% childcare discount - Because family comes first! Up to 28 days holiday - Including 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, a happier you! Pension & financial perks - Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance support! Travel opportunities - Work with childcare professionals across the world! Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus - Because balance matters! Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders - We've got your back! 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 recognising our valued team members, and a Grow with Us area packed with development opportunities and training. Role Responsibilities: WHAT YOU'LL DO AS A ROOM LEADER Create engaging, exciting learning experiences for children Lead & inspire your nursery team with enthusiasm & creativity Support children's development & maintain positive relationships with families Plan fun, educational activities to spark curiosity & growth Ensure the highest standards of health, safety, and hygiene Required Qualifications: ARE YOU OUR PERFECT ROOM LEADER? We're searching for dynamic, passionate, and skilled childcare professionals to join our team . Do you have ? 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 A passion for 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!
Role Overview: We're Opening a Brand-New Busy Bees Nursery in Hailsham! Be Part of Something Amazing! We're opening a brand-new Busy Bees nursery in Hailsham this and this is YOUR chance to be part of something truly special! 110 little learners will soon be exploring, laughing, and growing-and we need passionate Room Leaders joining us in giving our children the best start in life! This is your chance to be part of something fresh, exciting, and built from the ground up! Be a founding team member, help shape the nursery culture, and create an environment where children and staff thrive together. WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US AS A ROOM LEADER Exclusive Busy Bees Benefits Competitive pay - £28,808.00 per annum! Career progression - Grow with us through training & development! Birthday off - Yes, really. Take the day to celebrate YOU! 50% childcare discount - Because family comes first! Up to 28 days holiday - Including 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, a happier you! Pension & financial perks - Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance support! Travel opportunities - Work with childcare professionals across the world! Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus - Because balance matters! Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders - We've got your back! 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 recognising our valued team members, and a Grow with Us area packed with development opportunities and training. Role Responsibilities: WHAT YOU'LL DO AS A ROOM LEADER Create engaging, exciting learning experiences for children Lead & inspire your nursery team with enthusiasm & creativity Support children's development & maintain positive relationships with families Plan fun, educational activities to spark curiosity & growth Ensure the highest standards of health, safety, and hygiene Required Qualifications: ARE YOU OUR PERFECT ROOM LEADER? We're searching for dynamic, passionate, and skilled childcare professionals to join our team . Do you have ? 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 A passion for 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 15, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: We're Opening a Brand-New Busy Bees Nursery in Hailsham! Be Part of Something Amazing! We're opening a brand-new Busy Bees nursery in Hailsham this and this is YOUR chance to be part of something truly special! 110 little learners will soon be exploring, laughing, and growing-and we need passionate Room Leaders joining us in giving our children the best start in life! This is your chance to be part of something fresh, exciting, and built from the ground up! Be a founding team member, help shape the nursery culture, and create an environment where children and staff thrive together. WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US AS A ROOM LEADER Exclusive Busy Bees Benefits Competitive pay - £28,808.00 per annum! Career progression - Grow with us through training & development! Birthday off - Yes, really. Take the day to celebrate YOU! 50% childcare discount - Because family comes first! Up to 28 days holiday - Including 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, a happier you! Pension & financial perks - Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance support! Travel opportunities - Work with childcare professionals across the world! Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus - Because balance matters! Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders - We've got your back! 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 recognising our valued team members, and a Grow with Us area packed with development opportunities and training. Role Responsibilities: WHAT YOU'LL DO AS A ROOM LEADER Create engaging, exciting learning experiences for children Lead & inspire your nursery team with enthusiasm & creativity Support children's development & maintain positive relationships with families Plan fun, educational activities to spark curiosity & growth Ensure the highest standards of health, safety, and hygiene Required Qualifications: ARE YOU OUR PERFECT ROOM LEADER? We're searching for dynamic, passionate, and skilled childcare professionals to join our team . Do you have ? 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 A passion for 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!
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Retail Van Driver & stock Collector to join the Retail team. Your role is to ensure the careful movement, collection and delivery in liaison with Shop Managers, of all merchandise within a dedicated boundary as directed by the Retail Operations Manager. This role is not open to sponsorship. Role Requirements Minimum age 21 or Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) holder for Insurance purposes. Responsible for the collection and delivery of donated goods to the required location within agreed timescales and to agreed targets. To provide delivery and collection service to external stock generation sites through Donation Stations. To undertake bag drops and collections as required. To maintain strict control of security of all goods collected, transported and delivered. To ensure minimum losses are incurred on goods and furniture by the careful and respectful handling of all such items. Role will involve a large amount of heavy lifting in picking up and moving stock including furniture. To support maintenance of multi-site storage of stock belonging to The Children s Trust Transportation of rubbish and unwanted items to recycling centre or refuse site as appropriate. To ensure customer care and quality of service. To act as the representative of The Children s Trust in the collection from and delivery to customers of donated goods and furniture. To liaise with shop managers over the movement of stock between shops as directed by the Retail Operations Manager. Training of Volunteer Van/Driver Assistants where necessary Provide all relevant training and development to the Volunteer Interview Date: TBC About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions. Equal Opportunity Employer To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements. Online Searches In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
May 15, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Retail Van Driver & stock Collector to join the Retail team. Your role is to ensure the careful movement, collection and delivery in liaison with Shop Managers, of all merchandise within a dedicated boundary as directed by the Retail Operations Manager. This role is not open to sponsorship. Role Requirements Minimum age 21 or Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) holder for Insurance purposes. Responsible for the collection and delivery of donated goods to the required location within agreed timescales and to agreed targets. To provide delivery and collection service to external stock generation sites through Donation Stations. To undertake bag drops and collections as required. To maintain strict control of security of all goods collected, transported and delivered. To ensure minimum losses are incurred on goods and furniture by the careful and respectful handling of all such items. Role will involve a large amount of heavy lifting in picking up and moving stock including furniture. To support maintenance of multi-site storage of stock belonging to The Children s Trust Transportation of rubbish and unwanted items to recycling centre or refuse site as appropriate. To ensure customer care and quality of service. To act as the representative of The Children s Trust in the collection from and delivery to customers of donated goods and furniture. To liaise with shop managers over the movement of stock between shops as directed by the Retail Operations Manager. Training of Volunteer Van/Driver Assistants where necessary Provide all relevant training and development to the Volunteer Interview Date: TBC About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions. Equal Opportunity Employer To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements. Online Searches In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
Team Manager - Customer Service & Administration Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum plus a 5% annual bonus - OTE £33600 Location: Portsmouth J ob Type: Full-time, Monday to Friday- Hybrid available after probation Plus, fantastic benefits which include the following: Employee assistance programme Huge Discounts on vehicles Competitive salary with bonus potential Onsite parking and nursery Hybrid working (2 days from home per week) Volunteer days Life assurance Complimentary office refreshments Generous pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution) Wellbeing initiatives, including monthly wellbeing hour and events Private medical insurance 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Employee discounts and retail perks The Role We are looking for a motivated and experienced Team Leader / Team Manager to join our client's growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about leading people, driving performance, and delivering exceptional results. You will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, supporting team development, and ensuring high standards are consistently met. You will also be expected to be in the thick of the department completing daily tasks alongside leading the team Key Responsibilities To provide support and lead a team within a specialist department To work closely with a senior manager to lead and develop a well-established team To assist clients with their needs via email and on the telephone Lead, motivate, and develop a team to achieve performance targets Monitor productivity, quality, and service levels Provide coaching, training, and ongoing support to team members Liaise with other departments and senior stakeholders Manage workflow and allocate tasks effectively To produce reports and complete administrative tasks to support the department Handle escalations and resolve issues promptly Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives About You Previous experience of team management / team leadership is required Strong leadership and communication skills Ability to motivate and engage a team Experience of coaching and developing others is required Organised with excellent problem-solving abilities Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Results-driven with a proactive approach What's on Offer Competitive salary up to £32,000 Opportunities for career progression Supportive and collaborative working environment Ongoing training and development How to Apply If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Team Manager - Customer Service & Administration Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum plus a 5% annual bonus - OTE £33600 Location: Portsmouth J ob Type: Full-time, Monday to Friday- Hybrid available after probation Plus, fantastic benefits which include the following: Employee assistance programme Huge Discounts on vehicles Competitive salary with bonus potential Onsite parking and nursery Hybrid working (2 days from home per week) Volunteer days Life assurance Complimentary office refreshments Generous pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution) Wellbeing initiatives, including monthly wellbeing hour and events Private medical insurance 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Employee discounts and retail perks The Role We are looking for a motivated and experienced Team Leader / Team Manager to join our client's growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about leading people, driving performance, and delivering exceptional results. You will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, supporting team development, and ensuring high standards are consistently met. You will also be expected to be in the thick of the department completing daily tasks alongside leading the team Key Responsibilities To provide support and lead a team within a specialist department To work closely with a senior manager to lead and develop a well-established team To assist clients with their needs via email and on the telephone Lead, motivate, and develop a team to achieve performance targets Monitor productivity, quality, and service levels Provide coaching, training, and ongoing support to team members Liaise with other departments and senior stakeholders Manage workflow and allocate tasks effectively To produce reports and complete administrative tasks to support the department Handle escalations and resolve issues promptly Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives About You Previous experience of team management / team leadership is required Strong leadership and communication skills Ability to motivate and engage a team Experience of coaching and developing others is required Organised with excellent problem-solving abilities Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Results-driven with a proactive approach What's on Offer Competitive salary up to £32,000 Opportunities for career progression Supportive and collaborative working environment Ongoing training and development How to Apply If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV.
About The Role We have a fantastic opportunity for an Early Years Educator to join our team at Yarnton Way Nursery in Erith . Rated Good by Ofsted and 9.1 on Day Nurseries. Working Monday to Friday - 1pm to 6pm We are looking for a skilled early years educator who will offer our children high quality inclusive early years education and care. We take great pride in being a friendly, inclusive setting that put children and their families at the heart of our practice and provide excellent promotion and progression opportunities for our staff team. What we offer: We are proud to be part of the Early Years Alliance family of early years settings. Founded over 60 years ago, the Alliance is an educational charity dedicated to supporting the delivery of quality early years education and care to children and families. The Alliance prides itself on being a supportive workplace and offers significant benefits for our team members including: 100% discount on childcare and early education places (applicable to staff working in our early years settings) Extensive training and career progression planning, including access to our Learning Management System (LMS) The Alliance has invested in FAMLY reducing paperwork and giving you more time to focus on the children. A generous workplace pension scheme 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with additional annual leave for long service. Birthday leave so you can have a day off for your birthday dedicated to you and your well being Enhanced sickness pay and paid bereavement leave A Recruitment Referral Payment Scheme, giving you an introductory payment of up to £300 if someone you have referred to the Alliance takes up a role in the charity. Access to our Employee Assistant Programme (EAP), which includes 24/7 helpline access, dedicated managers helpline, confidential counselling sessions delivered by accredited specialists, legal, debt and life management advice, discounts, and wellbeing content plus resources. Savings of up to 25% on O2 Refresh Airtime Plan on any new phone or tablets A dedicated mental health First aider to support your mental well being Job purpose: As Early Years Educator, you will: provide creative and engaging learning opportunities for children. be a proactive member of the team, providing a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment support the nursery management team to deliver high-quality care and education in line with the setting's policies and procedures. Requirements: Successful applicants for the Early Years Educator position will need: a minimum Level 3 or above Early Years Education and Childcare Qualification or equivalent. proven post-qualification experience of working with children. Also, you will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, if your current certificate is not subscribed to the update service. For the full of duties and the requirements, please download the job description which accompanies this advert. Hours per week: 30 Weeks per year: 52 Interview date: Friday 22nd May 2026
May 15, 2026
Full time
About The Role We have a fantastic opportunity for an Early Years Educator to join our team at Yarnton Way Nursery in Erith . Rated Good by Ofsted and 9.1 on Day Nurseries. Working Monday to Friday - 1pm to 6pm We are looking for a skilled early years educator who will offer our children high quality inclusive early years education and care. We take great pride in being a friendly, inclusive setting that put children and their families at the heart of our practice and provide excellent promotion and progression opportunities for our staff team. What we offer: We are proud to be part of the Early Years Alliance family of early years settings. Founded over 60 years ago, the Alliance is an educational charity dedicated to supporting the delivery of quality early years education and care to children and families. The Alliance prides itself on being a supportive workplace and offers significant benefits for our team members including: 100% discount on childcare and early education places (applicable to staff working in our early years settings) Extensive training and career progression planning, including access to our Learning Management System (LMS) The Alliance has invested in FAMLY reducing paperwork and giving you more time to focus on the children. A generous workplace pension scheme 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with additional annual leave for long service. Birthday leave so you can have a day off for your birthday dedicated to you and your well being Enhanced sickness pay and paid bereavement leave A Recruitment Referral Payment Scheme, giving you an introductory payment of up to £300 if someone you have referred to the Alliance takes up a role in the charity. Access to our Employee Assistant Programme (EAP), which includes 24/7 helpline access, dedicated managers helpline, confidential counselling sessions delivered by accredited specialists, legal, debt and life management advice, discounts, and wellbeing content plus resources. Savings of up to 25% on O2 Refresh Airtime Plan on any new phone or tablets A dedicated mental health First aider to support your mental well being Job purpose: As Early Years Educator, you will: provide creative and engaging learning opportunities for children. be a proactive member of the team, providing a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment support the nursery management team to deliver high-quality care and education in line with the setting's policies and procedures. Requirements: Successful applicants for the Early Years Educator position will need: a minimum Level 3 or above Early Years Education and Childcare Qualification or equivalent. proven post-qualification experience of working with children. Also, you will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, if your current certificate is not subscribed to the update service. For the full of duties and the requirements, please download the job description which accompanies this advert. Hours per week: 30 Weeks per year: 52 Interview date: Friday 22nd May 2026
