Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Practitioner/Educator. Permanent position. Working hours: 8:30am – 2:30pm, Mon, Tues, Thurs & Friday.  8:30am – 12:30pm, Weds. Term-time only. Pay dependent upon experience and age. Start Date: ASAP.

We are looking for a qualified, enthusiastic and warm Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years educator to join our established team in our busy and popular preschool. Previous experience preferred but not necessary.   

The successful candidate will be caring, empathetic, practical and able to work under pressure. We are a partly pack-away setting so applicants will need to be relatively fit and active. 

Stepping Stones is a child-led setting and we are dedicated to nurturing the children to achieve their individual best and develop skills for life and for their next stage in learning. 

 If you would like to join our warm and friendly team, please email: Allison Brisland, Steppingstones001@btconnect.com for an application form and job description.

 Closing date for applications: 24 October 2025.

Early Years SENCO Practitioner - Permanent, Part Time. Salary/Hourly Rate: Negotiable. Hours: 24 hours (4 days). Term Time only. Monday - Friday 9am - 3pm, made up of percentage of hours on site and some administrative. Start Date: As soon as possible.

We are seeking a level 3 qualified early years educator who has experience as a SENCO and is a dedicated professional to join our team as a SENCO Early Years Practitioner.

This position requires a passionate individual who is committed to providing exceptional care and support to children with special educational needs and/or disabilities in an early years setting.

If you have the necessary qualifications and experience, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of young children, we encourage you to apply.

For a more details of duties and responsibilities, please click here.

To apply please email: info@stchristophersplaygroup.uk

Interview Date: Week commencing 8th September 2025

Room Leader Vacancy – Maternity Cover. Contract: 1-year maternity cover (with possibility to extend). Hours: 36 hours per week, worked over 4 days.

We are looking for a warm, motivated, and experienced practitioner to join our friendly team in our “home away from home” nursery setting.

The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 childcare qualification (or higher), experience in leading or supporting a team within early years. You will have a passion for creating a safe, fun, and inspiring space for young children and have a strong knowledge of the EYFS 2025 framework and safeguarding reforms.

Why join us? We pride ourselves on the supportive, family-feel team and opportunities provided for ongoing training and development. We have a welcoming environment where your ideas and creativity are valued.

Flying Start Nursery & Preschool is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

How to apply:

To apply or find out more, please email info@fairfordnursery.co.uk

Early Years Educator - permanent position, full time or part time considered. Term time only. Start Date: September 2025 with the possibility of starting earlier in July 2025. Pay Rate: tbc.

We are looking for an early years educator to work as a key person for children and as part of the setting team, under the direction of the setting Manager to provide safe, caring, high quality education for children aged 2 to 4. Minimum qualification level 3 with at least 2 years of experience in Early Years required.

For more information or to apply for the role, please Email:  painswickplaygroup@yahoo.co.uk or Telephone: 01452 813316.

Closing date for applications: midday 27th June 2025

Interview date/s: week commencing 30th June 2025

We are seeking a permanent playworker for the after school club to start from September 2025. The position is for Monday – Thursday 2:45pm – 5:15pm and Friday 2:45pm – 6:00pm, term time only.

This is a position for someone who has experience with working with children aged 4 - 11 years, preferably in a similar environment. Level 3 is essential and Paediatric first aid an advantage.

The successful candidate must have a love of children, be reliable, proactive, be cheerful, caring and have a calm attitude with a good sense of fun. It is vital that the right candidate understands that the children are the core of the club and their happiness and wellbeing are paramount in order to maintain and develop the clubs high calibre. The applicant must be able to establish productive working relationships with staff, children and families.

To apply send your CV with a covering letter to Rose Oakey at ckasc@hotmail.co.uk.  

Playworker required, Permanent position, Term time only, 15 hours a week, 7:40am – 8:40am and 3:15pm - 5:30pm. Start date to be arranged.

Mother Goose is a relaxed, friendly play setting for children before and after school located at Eastington Primary School and Great Oldbury.

We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our growing business. The right candidates will ideally have Playworker level 2 and First Aid, but not essential if they are willing to take on the training that is required. Good rates of pay to be determined on experience.

For more information or if you are interesting in the position, please email: beccypeg@hotmail.com.

Nursery Nurse/ Assistant – full time position Monday to Thursday, 8:00am – 6:00pm and Fridays 8:00am to 3:00pm. Part time positions can be discussed. We are an open all year round nursery and an attractive salary that will be based on qualifications and/or experience.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate individual who is keen to give children the best start in life in a warm and friendly setting, where every staff member is valued and appreciated.

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 their 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.

We are looking for dedicated, inspirational and FUN fully Qualified Nursery Nurses/Early Years practitioners to join the enthusiastic team in our Ofsted-Outstanding Hereford Nursery. Salary: Dependent on experience. Hours: Year-Round, 36 - 41.5 hours per week.

We are looking for someone who can provide our children with a warm and nurturing environment, has a sense of fun - with a genuine PASSION for bringing our children through life’s learning adventures! You will have experience in planning and observation and will be required to follow and contribute to our policies and procedures.

Beech House Nursery School offer great staff benefits. Our team receive one free hot lunch each week, along with a fully stocked fruit basket, teas and coffees to enjoy during the day. We provide a NHS Top-Up scheme for team members who stay with us for more than two years. 28 days holiday each year, plus one extra day of holiday per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 extra days (33 days in total). NEST pension scheme. We have dedicated Staff Wellbeing champions to support you whenever you require, together with access to a 24/7 telephone counselling service. You will be provided with a tunic and polo shirt and have the opportunity to attend team building experiences throughout the year as well as regular CPD training.

We do have vacancies for both Apprentices and Unqualified Support Staff - please do note clearly if you are applying for a Qualified position (for those with a full and relevant early years qualification) or if you would like to earn while you learn in an Unqualified capacity.

Note, the Position is dependent upon satisfactory DBS and Reference checks.

If you are interested in joining our team, please click here to complete an application form. For more information, please tel: 01432 264507

Playgroup Manager - Permanent role to start ASAP - term time only. NVQ Level 3 or above in Early Years. Pay dependent on experience. 

Cashes Green Playgroup is currently Committee-led and works closely alongside Cashes Green Primary School where the setting for 2-5 year olds is situated. The Playgroup Committee is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, forward-thinking and creative leader to fill the role of Playgroup Manager. This will involve the strategic and day-to-day running of the playgroup and management of its team of staff. The playgroup currently consists of 2 rooms: Rising 3’s and Preschool. There are approximately 45 children on roll for September.

We are looking for someone who is kind, caring and empathetic to the children’s varied needs. Fun and enjoys getting messy and is happy being outside in all weathers. You will be keen to encourage positive interactions and approachable and have a knowledge in how to access help and support as needed. You will be experienced in child development and helping young children to thrive, hard-working and innovative and committed to building links between playgroup and Cashes Green Primary School and all the families they serve, as well as dedicated to bringing out the best in the staff team whilst moving the setting forwards

To apply for this post, please visit Cashes Green Primary School and Children's Centre - Playgroup for an Application pack. Alternatively, contact the chair for an application pack via email head@cashesgreen-pri.glouc.sch.uk. Completed applications to be sent to this email also.

Early Years Educator required to join our friendly team at Tutshill Community Pre School. Approx. 25 hours a week, permanent position, term time only. Applicants must be appropriately qualified to Level 3, but lesser qualifications considered. Start Date: September 2025.

We are looking for an exceptional and passionate and nature loving individual, who has enthusiasm and is committed to help children become the best they can be. You will be working with 2 - 4 year olds. This position is term time only, certificates in both child protection and first aid would be advantageous but are not essential.

Tutshill community Pre School is a small committee lead Pre School, operating from the Memorial Hall with its own dedicated room and garden. 

Please note: possible candidates will be subject to completion of satisfactory references and DBS checks under safer our recruitment process. 

For more information or to request a job description and application form please contact Michelle Mills (manager) on tutshillpreschool@gmail.com