Early Years Educator - permanent part time position. 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 Early Years Leads to provide safe, caring, high quality education for children aged 2 to 4. Minimum qualification level 2

For more information or to apply for the role, please Email:  glenfallpreschool@gmail.com or Telephone: Sarah/Jess 01242 234055

Deputy Manager - permanent position. Term Time Only. Core hours are 28 hours a week.

We are looking for a Qualified Level 3 Early Years Practitioner Deputy Manager to join our friendly team. Experience in a management position within the Early Years sector is required. Someone who will be imaginative, creative, and fun!

The right person will need to be able to take on the lead and contribute actively to the ongoing development of young children.

For details of the job description, please click here. Applications and further information can be requested by emailing mailhoptonschoolhouse@yahoo.co.uk

Please note: it is our practice to obtain references prior to interview.

Manager - permanent position. Full time or part time considered. Term Time Only. Pay Rate: tbc. Start Date: September 2025 with the possibility of starting earlier in July 2025.

As a Playgroup manager, you will be responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment for children aged 2.9 - 4 years. You will lead a team of early years practitioners and assist in planning and implementing a range of activities that support the EYFS framework, and build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

Minimum qualification, level 3 with at least 2 years of experience in Early Years.

For more information on the role or to apply, please email: painswickplaygroup@yahoo.co.uk or telephone: 01452 813316

Closing date for applications: midday 20th June 2025

Interview dates: week commencing 23rd June 2025

Lunchtime cover/cleaner (unqualified)

Would you like the opportunity to work in our popular, preschool? 

If so, we are looking for a friendly person to provide lunchtime cover and some light cleaning duties for our setting PATA @ Funbusters which is based on the site of Cam Everland Primary School.  The working hours are 11:30am to 1:30pm Monday to Friday.  Initially this is a fixed term contract to the end of the summer term (July 2026). Start date: September 2025.

The successful candidate must enjoy spending time with children and be enthusiastic and proactive. Main duties will include setting up tables for lunch, supporting children during lunchtime and cleaning, mopping and santising tables and chairs at the end of lunchtime.

Ideally you will have a paediatric first aid certificate, but this is not essential.  We offer excellent benefits and opportunities for training and career progression for those who are interested.  Please get in touch if this sounds like you!

For details of a full job description please click here. Should you have any questions please email vacancies@pataglos.org.uk. To apply, please click here to complete an application form.

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Closing date Monday 14^th July 2025. 

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.

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 to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Play Assistant with a Level 3 Early Years and Childcare qualification to join our pre-school team for the new academic year in September 2025.

We are looking for someone to join our team to work 5 days per week (Monday - Friday, 8:15am – 4:00pm), term-time only. We offer competitive rates of pay that reflect your experience and half pay during the school holidays. The ideal candidate will have a recognised Level 3 childcare qualification, with experience of working in early years and good knowledge of the EYFS, who enjoys supporting children’s learning and development and taking part in a variety of play-based activities. The role is permanent, commencing in September 2025.

Certificates in child protection and paediatric first aid are desirable. A clear enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate before they commence the role.

Please email mittonmanorpreschool@hotmail.com for more information and an application form. Application forms need to be returned by 31st August 2025.

Pre-School & After School Assistant. Term time only, minimum 24 hours per week to be agreed and to be worked flexibly. Pay based on experience and qualifications.  

Blue Coat Pre-School & Busy Bees cares for children from age 2 to 11 years during the hours of 7:45am and 6:00pm.

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.

You will be level 3 qualified, and qualifications such as Forest School Leader, ECAT, Health & Safety, Food Safety or First Aid are an advantage but not essential.

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 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.  

Nursery Practitioner (unqualified practitioners considered). Full-Time, Permanent Position. Hours: 37 hours per week - 39 weeks per year (includes INSET). Working hours 8:30am – 5:00pm (Mon, Tues, Weds, Fri), 8:30am - 4:30pm (Th) with 1 hour lunch break. Starting Salary: £23,403. Start Date: 1 September 2025.

Great Oldbury Primary Academy Little Learners is a warm and welcoming nursery dedicated to providing high-quality early years education and care for 2-, 3- and 4-year-olds. We are committed to fostering a nurturing environment where children can thrive and develop their full potential.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a genuine love for working with children and a strong understanding of early childhood development. You will be responsible for creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment that supports the physical, emotional, and social development of the children in our care. A level 3 early years qualification (NNEB, NVQ3, BTEC or equivalent) is desired, but not an essential requirement. All applicants must have at least 1 year experience working within an early years setting.

Responsible to the Nursery Manager you will plan and implement engaging and age-appropriate activities, monitor and support children's development and learning, ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all children. You will build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues, maintain accurate records and reports on children's progress and collaborate with the team to create a positive and inclusive atmosphere.

Great Oldbury Primary Academy offers the benefit of working in a warm and welcoming school community. We provide excellent professional development and career pathway opportunities, a well-resourced and modern teaching environment, collaboration with, and support from, nurseries across the Trust. You will have access to our staff discount platform GLAdvantage allowing you to take advantage of discounts across 000’s of high street retailers and 24/7 access to free employee health and well-being support.

For more information, please click here. We welcome visits with any prospective candidates. To make these arrangements, please contact Sarah Jones either by email: hr@glatrust.org.uk or by telephone: 01242 35 80 17 ext 205.

Closing Date: Thursday, 3rd July 2025

Interview Date: 10th July 2025