Early Years Educator Level 3. Hours: Term time only, 3 days a week 8:45am – 3:00pm (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday). Salary: £12.71 ph. Start: 27th April 2026.

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and qualified EYFS Level 3 Educator to join our friendly team. You will play a key role in supporting children’s learning and development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

Key Responsibilities will include to plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities, deliver high quality care, support children’s learning, development, and wellbeing. You will observe, assess, and record children’s progress, build strong relationships with children, parents/carers, and colleagues whilst providing a safe, clean, and stimulating environment and always follow safeguarding and health & safety procedures.

The ideal can will be Level 3 qualified in Early Years (or equivalent), have a good knowledge of the EYFS framework. Previous experience working in an early year’s setting is desirable as well as Paediatric First Aid qualification, Safeguarding training and experience with SEND support. You will have strong communication and teamwork skills, a genuine passion for working with children and a good knowledge of Safeguarding and keeping children safe.

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If you are passionate about early years education and want to make a difference in children’s lives, we would love to hear from you. Please send your application form and CV to: mailhoptonschoolhouse@yahoo.co.uk.

Closing date for applications: 12^th April 2026.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join our new PATA creche service. This Gloucester based service supports families and community partners by offering high quality, safe and nurturing childcare in a welcoming environment. Our creche will operate in well equipped, community locations across Gloucester with inviting spaces that encourage play, exploration and early development.

This is a flexible role with ad hoc hours, ideal for someone who is passionate about working with young children and can provide high-quality support. Creche sessions will run for 2 hours, with staff paid for 3 hours per session to cover set up and close down. We are looking for enthusiastic Early Years Practitioners with a Level 2 qualification or above to join our pool of creche workers. You will help to deliver a warm and engaging experience for young children under 5.

We are initially running a block of 8 weekly sessions on Wednesdays with hours between 9:30am - 3:30pm but are keen to hear from anyone interested in joining our creche worker pool who may be able to support on other days in the future. Start Date: May 2026

The ideal candidate will be committed to providing an excellent standard of care, enjoy working as part of a supportive team and bring creativity, energy and a genuine passion for early years. You will need to be confident in working with parents and carers including those who may feel anxious about leaving their child, perhaps for the first time.

Peadiatric First Aid is desirable although not essential.

£13.25 p/h (qualified only)

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Nursery Assistant – fulltime position, working an 8.5 - hour day (8:30am – 5:00pm) during school term times. Working during holiday clubs (2 weeks in April and 3 weeks in August). Plus 5 inset days. Includes 30 mins paid lunch break. Job share considered. Competitive salary.

We are looking for a Nursery Assistant for Puddleducks Nursery, Chalford Hill, caring for children aged between 12 months up to school age.  

As a qualified Early Years Educator, you will be a kind, warm and enthusiastic practitioner, who is passionate and committed to supporting young children to achieve and develop their personal goals and have lots of fun! With your passion for, and good knowledge of, Early Years education, you will work in an established, dedicated, fun and experienced team in our spacious and well equipped indoor and outdoor learning environments.

You will need to hold a recognised Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification and GCSEs at grade C or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths. We would love you to have a minimum of 1 years’ experience of working with young children and have excellent communication skills. We value our staff and their development and there is potential to undertake further training in skills relating to Early Years education.

As part of the team you will benefit from a great career path and promotion prospects, training opportunities, working as part of an established and happy team. You will be provided with free refreshments and meals for staff, staff uniform and nest pension scheme.

For further information or to request an application, please call Leibe on 01453 883788 or email: puddleducksplaygroup@eygloucestershire.co.uk.

Early Years Educator. Monday to Thursday afternoons, 12:30pm to 6:00pm. Hours can be discussed but would be looking at a minimum of 22 hours a week. We are an open all year round nursery in the Reddings area of Cheltenham. Salary will be discussed during the interview stage and will be based upon qualifications and experience.

Are you confident, enthusiastic and motivated with a large helping of fun, creativity and dedication?

We are looking for an early years educator to join our expanding team in our warm caring nursery. The candidate will need to be kind, caring and have a love for children. They need to be excited to watch children develop and have an ability to make everyday fun. Story times need to be exhilarating and take the children’s imaginations too far off lands. They must be able to plan wonderful activities based on the children they have in the care and challenge them to learn new things on a daily basis. They must be prepared for hard work, keep children safe and have fantastic teamwork and communicative skills. If you are this person, we would love to hear from you.

In return you will be working with a fantastic team who put the children first at all times. Your voice will be heard and you will be valued by everyone.

For an application form please email Ellie or Carys at foxcubsnursery@hotmail.com or telephone 01452 857449.

Closing date for applications: 10^th April 2026

Level 2 and Level 3 childcare apprenticeships. 32 hours a week, whilst earning National Apprenticeship Wage.

• Do you have a passion for childcare?
• Would you like to learn from the best, and earn while you learn in Hereford's leading ‘Ofsted-Outstanding’ nursery?

At Willow House Nursery School you will receive quality training, supported by our team of fantastic, fun, hard-working Practitioners. You will build up your skills with the possibility to support your progress to Degree level.

Apprenticeships are designed to offer a structured program that coaches you through the skills you need to be successful. The modules you decide to study will provide you with essential knowledge for your future career.

You will receive high-quality training with nationally recognised qualifications. Earn while you learn: receive the National Apprenticeship Wage whilst gaining valuable knowledge, skills and experience and get paid while on Holiday! Candidates should hold a minimum grade 4 or 5 at both GCSE Maths and English.

Further training will also be provided during your Apprenticeship - including Child Protection, Food Hygiene and Paediatric First Aid.

Due to capacity limitations, we are unable to offer childcare places for the children of staff members or apprentices.

Apply now by contacting pa@woodlandsnurserygroup.co.uk to gain nationally recognised Early Years childcare qualifications at our Ofsted-Outstanding Nursery.

Please note that we are unable to accept external student placements, as we work exclusively with our own apprenticeship training provider.

Nursery Nurse. Band 3. Permanent. 37.5 hours per week (Part time and full time considered). £24,937 - £26,598 (pa, pro rata if part-time).

Come and be a part of our welcoming and supportive team at Little Apples Day Nursery in Cheltenham, an NHS nursery that delivers exceptional childcare within a high organisation. We take pride in providing exceptional care for children, whilst providing a supportive work environment for our staff.

At Little Apples, you'll be greeted with a warm welcome from our experienced team, and you’ll be part of a positive environment that offers numerous opportunities for career growth. As part of the NHS, we offer a large range of benefits, including 27 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, an excellent pension package, NHS discounts, flexible working opportunities and much more!

With a team that includes Nursery Trainees to Degree-Level practitioners, you will be joining a dynamic and collaborative environment where your personal and professional growth is encouraged. We are committed to nurturing and supporting your development in the childcare. You will have the opportunity to grow your skills, take on new opportunities, and grow your career.

Each day at our nursery is filled with new experiences, offering both fun and learning for the children and staff. If you hold a level 3 or equivalent in childcare, are friendly, approachable, and full of energy and enthusiasm, we would love for you to bring your passion for childcare and fresh ideas to our collaborative team.

For more information on the position and to apply, please follow the link: Current jobs – 318-26-T0080-B Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Recruitment

Closing Date: 1st April 2026

Pre-School Co-ordinator, Permanent. Hours: 22.75 hours per week (Monday: 8:00am – 4:00pm, Tuesday: 8:00am – 5:00pm (including after-school staff meeting), Wednesday: 8:00am – 4:00pm). Grade: Grade 5 (pts 11–14), £28,142 – £29,540 per annum pro rata (pay rise due April 2026; percentage increase to be confirmed). Start Date: September 2026.

Little Chestnuts Pre-school, based at Woodmancote School, is seeking an exceptional Pre-school Co ordinator to join our warm and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a vibrant and reflective school community that values inclusivity, high-quality practice and strong teamwork.

In this role, you will work alongside the existing Co ordinator and under the guidance of the school’s EYFS Lead to oversee the day to day running of the pre-school. You will help to create a caring, safe and stimulating environment where children can thrive, and you will play a key role in delivering high quality early education and care.

If you have a genuine passion for working with young children, are an outstanding practitioner with at least one year of experience in an Early Years setting and hold a relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification, we would like to hear from you.

We can offer you a supportive and friendly staff team, a Governing Body that is both supportive and challenging, with a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing, pupil progress and the school’s role in the community, dedicated time for planning and meetings with the Co ordinator team, EYFS Lead and other pre-school staff.

For more information of the position , please click here. A job description and person spec. can be found on our e-teach platform https://www.eteach.com/careers/woodmancoteschool/. Completed applications should be made through our e-teach platform.

Closing Date: 9am Wednesday 22nd April 2026

Interview Date: TBC

Pre-School Co-ordinator. Permanent. Hours: 22.75 hours per week (Tuesday: 8:00am – 5:00pm (including after-school staff meeting), Thursday: 8:00am – 4:00pm, Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm). Grade: Grade 5 (pts 11–14), £28,142 – £29,540 per annum pro rata (pay rise due April 2026; percentage increase to be confirmed). Start Date: September 2026.

Little Chestnuts Pre-school, based at Woodmancote School, is seeking an exceptional Pre-school Co ordinator to join our warm and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a vibrant and reflective school community that values inclusivity, high-quality practice and strong teamwork.

In this role, you will work alongside the existing Co ordinator and under the guidance of the school’s EYFS Lead to oversee the day to day running of the pre-school. You will help to create a caring, safe and stimulating environment where children can thrive, and you will play a key role in delivering high quality early education and care.

If you have a genuine passion for working with young children, are an outstanding practitioner with at least one year of experience in an Early Years setting and hold a relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification, we would like to hear from you.

We can offer you a supportive and friendly staff team, a Governing Body that is both supportive and challenging, with a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing, pupil progress and the school’s role in the community, dedicated time for planning and meetings with the Co ordinator team, EYFS Lead and other pre-school staff.

For more information of the position , please click here. A job description and person spec. can be found on our e-teach platform https://www.eteach.com/careers/woodmancoteschool/. Completed applications should be made through our e-teach platform.

Closing Date: 9am Wednesday 22nd April 2026

Interview Date: w/c 4th May 2026

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

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

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

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

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

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Could you be our next Treasurer? Did you know PATA is a charitable organisation?  Like many community settings, PATA is managed by a group of Committee Members (known as our Board of Trustees). Our Trustees give up their own time and work quietly in the background to keep things running smoothly.  This allows us to concentrate on supporting both our Members and our Managed Groups, whilst working towards our charitable aims. The Board of Trustees are now recruiting for a new Treasurer to join their friendly team: "A special someone who can advise on financial responsibilities and oversee the preparation and scrutiny of our annual accounts"    Could you or someone you know be that person?  We'd love to hear from you! Further details can be found here.    If you'd like to speak to us prior to your application, please email chiefexec@pataglos.org.uk or call 01452 541244.