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.  Applications close on Monday 3rd November 2025.  If you'd like to speak to us prior to your application, please email chiefexec@pataglos.org.uk or call 01452 541244.

Nursery Practitioner – 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year. Grade 5.

We are looking for an experienced nurturing professional who is passionate about a child-centered approach of learning through play, will embrace all aspects of childhood development-indoors and outdoors-rain or shine. You will show initiative and creativity with excellent communication skills and contribute to the high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care of children.

For more information  please visit www.glatrust.org.uk/recruitment or email recruitment@glatrust.org.uk

Closing date: 30 September 2025

Level 2 or 3 Early Years Practitioner required. Permanent contract, term time only. Working hours: 8:45am – 3:15pm. 3 days: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Start date: September 25.

We are recruiting due to increasing numbers and the popularity of the setting.  The successful candidate must be keen, enthusiastic and committed to helping children become the best they can be.  You will need experience of working at level 2 or above in early years.  Certificates in both child protection and first aid would be advantageous but are not essential. If you are looking for a great opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children then we are keen to hear from you.

For details of a full job description please click here. Should you have any questions please phone Julie Rees, PATA Managed Groups Manager on 01452 541244. To apply, please click here to complete an application form.

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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.