We are recruiting an Early Years Assistant, minimum 15 hours/week, part-time position, term time only. Need to be available minimum Tuesday afternoons, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, but there is the potential for more hours/days.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, fun-loving and caring person to join our team at this fantastic local setting that has just received an Ofsted Good Rating. Must be Level 2 qualified and ideally have certificates in both Child Protection and First Aid. Candidates should have a clear understanding of the EYFS and have a positive approach and dedication to the role.

If you are interested or would like more information, please contact our Chair, Krista Jones, at aveningplaygroup.chair@gmail.com.

Avening Playgroup is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants will need to provide right to work in the UK documentation, undertake an enhanced DBS check, and provide two references.

Early Years Practitioner (Part-Time, 18 hours per week - with potential for increased hours to 24 hours per week). Starting date: September 2024.

Abbeymead Under 5’s is a small and nurturing playgroup committed to providing a stimulating and supportive environment for young children aged 2-4 years old. We believe in the importance of early childhood education and are dedicated to fostering a love for learning in our little ones.

We are currently seeking a passionate and qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our team in the Rising 3s Room. The successful candidate will play a key role in creating a positive and engaging learning environment for our young learners. Key Responsibilities include planning and implementing age-appropriate activities to support the development of children aged 2-3 years old. To foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment that encourages curiosity and exploration. Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues to create a supportive community within the playgroup. Observe and assess children's development, maintaining accurate records and providing feedback to parents. Collaborate with the team to contribute to the overall planning and organization of the playgroup.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum Level 2 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent. Previous experience working with children aged 2-3 years old. Strong understanding of child development and age-appropriate learning activities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a small team and a knowledge of SEN in an Early Years Setting.

If you are passionate about early childhood education and meet the qualifications outlined above, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter to abbeymeadunder5splaygroup@gmail.com and we will send back an application pack.

Abbeymead Under 5’s is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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

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

We need trustees who can:

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

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

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

4. Safeguard the good name and values of TFH.

5. Ensure the sustainability of TFH.

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

We are looking for a Playleader & Manager for our fantastic inclusive, fun, and creative early years playgroup held in the village hall term time in rural Horsley. Hours of employment are up to 27 hours a week, Monday to Wednesdays according to Gloucestershire County Council term dates. Salary is dependent on qualifications and experience.

This needs to be someone with a minimum level 3 qualification in childcare, EYPS, EYT or QTS, and have preferably worked in an early years setting for at least two years, with experience of leading the setting.

We are seeking someone who is motivated, who has warmth, patience and a sense of fun! You must enjoy working with children and have good communication and organisational skills to join and lead our amazing team.

The successful candidate must have a good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation stage and be able to effectively manage the day-to-day running of our playgroup, as well as the longer-term vision and continued success. You will have the backup of a strong, experienced committee with financial administration in place.

To apply please send an email requesting an application form to Horsley Playgroup at horsleyplaygroup@gmail.com

Closing date for application is 26th July 2024

We have an exciting opportunity for Early Years Educators to join our settings across Tewkesbury, Cheltenham and Stroud & Dursley. We are looking for qualified staff (minimum Level 2 relevant childcare qualification with a commitment to working towards Level 3), both full time (37 hours/week) and part-time (20 hours/week) who wish to work Term time only (39 weeks a year). These contracts will be permanent. Start date: ASAP

Our vision is for all children and families to aspire and achieve. A child’s wellbeing is at the heart of our provision. Successful qualified candidates will work as a Key Person to children aged 2-4 years to deliver high quality early years education.

You will be a good communicator, who enjoys working with others as part of a team, with knowledge and experience of providing stimulating and exciting environments, rich in learning experiences.

For more details, please click here. For applications, please email: hr@aspirefoundation.org.uk or telephone 07851043845 for further information.

Closing date: 9:00am on Friday 12th July 2024.

Busy Bees After School Assistants, Positions available Monday to Friday 3pm to 6pm. Term time only. Hours to be agreed and to be worked flexibly, pay based on experience and qualifications.

We are a fun-loving and ambitious setting, dedicated to providing quality and safe childcare. You will need to be fun, energetic, enthusiastic and able to be flexible and cope with the challenges of working with young children.

It would be beneficial if you could complete a Rubix Cube, Juggle, be able to name a multitude of dinosaurs and run really fast. A love of glitter, sand and mud is also desirable.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on successful applicants including an enhanced disclosure check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

For an application pack please contact Mrs Jo Bell, Administrator/Vicky Starling, Manager on 01453 525022 or admin@bluecoatpreschoolbusybees.co.uk or manager@bluecoatpreschoolbusybees.co.uk

We will review applications and interview on receipt.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated qualified Play Assistant to join our team from 4 September 2024 (can be flexible to date). 17.5 hours per week (Monday 8:30am – 3:00pm, Thursday 8:30am – 3:00pm and Friday 8:30am – 1:00pm) – term time only, with scope to increase the hours as enrolment number increase throughout the year.

We are a friendly and popular community playgroup situated on the edge of Rodborough Common. We provide childcare for children between the ages of 2 yrs 6 months and 4 years. Our general hours of work are between 8:15am and 3:15pm.

Working alongside our dedicated and experienced staff team you will assist in the daily running of playgroup, providing creative play opportunities to meet children’s individual needs and support their development, communicating effectively with parents and carers. Safeguarding children is our priority.

Previous experience working and caring for children under 5 and an approved level 2 or 3 qualification is essential. However, if the successful candidate is not qualified, we would consider offering an apprenticeship. It’s essential that long term the applicant is committed to study and becomes qualified.

If you would like to work different hours, we can try to accommodate this. We offer in-house and external training and are committed to our staff’s CPD.

For further details, please click here. To apply please email chair@rodboroughplaygroup.co.uk

Painswick Playgroup are looking to recruit enthusiastic, fun-loving Early Years Practitioners or Educators (Level 2 or Level 3) to join our fun and dynamic team. Permanent contract with working days to be negotiated. Our working hours are Monday to Thursday 08:30 - 16:00 & Friday 8:30 - 15:30 in our small and friendly term-time only setting.

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

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

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

Playgroup Assistant Manager – Permanent Position – September Start – Term Time Only – Level 3+ Early Years Qualification. Working days to be negotiated but we are open Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm (3:30pm Fri) in our small (but up to date) term-time only setting.

Painswick Playgroup are looking to recruit a passionate, enthusiastic and dedicated Assistant Manager to join our fun-loving, supportive team and help us continue to deliver exceptional early years education for children aged 2.9 years - 4 years.

Approved Level 3 (or above) qualifications essential and a willingness to complete First Aid and Safeguarding/Child Protection L3 training too.

We can offer a supportive and friendly working environment, ongoing professional development and training opportunities, competitive salary based on experience and qualifications, the chance to make a real difference to the lives of young children.

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

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

We are currently looking for a proactive Level 3 Early Years Educator to join our exceptional childcare team. An ideal candidate would be a strong team player with a good understanding of the Development Matters Framework. We believe that children learn best when they are supported, challenged, and nurtured, and we extend this belief to our staff as well. This position is for approx. 24 hours per week, 52 weeks.

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

If you are interested in joining our Ofsted-rated "Outstanding" setting and working with children aged 2-11 years in the nursery, pre-school, and kids' clubs, we would love to hear from you. Please contact us on childcare@st-gregorygreat.gloucs.sch.uk

Visits to our setting are warmly welcomed.