Early Explorers Day Nursery & Preschool

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• Tinytiggs Preschool

  

  Childcare Practitioner

  20 days ago

  £13–£16 hourly

  Full-time

  London

  We are a warm, nurturing Early Years preschool dedicated to providing a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. We operate during term time only, offering a healthy work-life balance with flexible working days and hours. The Role We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join our team. This role is available on a full-time or part-time basis, with flexibility in working days. We are particularly interested in candidates who: • Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or equivalent), • Have experience or qualifications in Special Educational Needs (SEN), • Are confident supporting children with additional needs, • Can take on (or are willing to train for) the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

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• Busy Bees

  

  Senior Nursery Room Leader

  5 days ago

  London

  Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees West Ealing, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, accommodates 53 children and is uniquely set in two buildings on Green Man Passage, featuring both a baby nursery and a day nursery. Both facilities operate within a vibrant and secure environment where indoor and outdoor play inspires learning and creativity among all age ranges. Conveniently tucked away from the busy main roads of Ealing, our nursery is located just off West Ealing High Street. We provide complimentary lunches for our children, ensuring a nurturing and enriching experience for all who attend. Busy Bees Benefits • Competitive salary, • Ongoing professional development and career progression, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!, • 50% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI), • Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms., • Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children., • Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team., • Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs., • Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development., • Level 3 qualification or above in early years education., • Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner., • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.

• Busy Bees

  

  Nursery Practitioner Level 3

  2 days ago

  London

  Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Busy Bees Benefits • Competitive salary, • Ongoing professional development and career progression, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!, • 50% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI), • Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning., • Lead Educational Activities: Plan and deliver activities that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)., • Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education., • Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education

• Diverse Recruitment Group

  

  Nursery Practitioner

  12 days ago

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• Little Elms Daycare Nurseries

  

  Nursery Room Manager (Maternity Cover)

  20 days ago

  London

  ?? £1000 Welcome Bonus The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. We are currently for a skilled and experienced Nursery Room Leader / Manager to be based in our Shirley Nursery. The nursery offers state-of-the-art facilities, combining bright and spacious indoor rooms along with fabulous outdoor areas. You can earn up to £28,500.00 per annum working Full time (40 hours per week) – 4 days a week or 5 days at 8.30am to 5.30pm. To be considered for the Nursery Room Leader / Room Manager role you must have: • At least 1 years’ experience in a Nursery Room Leader role or equivalent, • Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years childcare, • Excellent knowledge & understanding of the EYFS & Statutory framework, • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), • Ability to use your own initiative, • New Starter £1000 Welcome bonus!!!, • Excellent rates of pay., • Service recognition awards – get an extra day’s annual leave, for each year worked, • Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme (provided by BUPA), • Generous Childcare discount, • Support to gain higher qualifications, • Internal promotion opportunities, • Free Uniform, • This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Certificate and satisfactory employment references., • The successful candidate will be required to undertake online safeguarding training and all positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)., • Little Elms Daycare Nurseries are an Equal Opportunities Employer, • Little Elms Daycare Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people., • The welcome bonus will be paid in two instalments. £500 will be paid in the first salary payment after joining, then another £500 upon completion of probation (6 months, unless extended). The welcome bonus will be subject to normal Tax & NI deductions. The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Key Responsibilities 1. Leadership and Team Management • Lead, support, and motivate the room team to ensure high-quality care and education., • Delegate tasks effectively and ensure staff understand their roles and responsibilities., • Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and mentoring to develop staff skills., • Organise rotas, staff breaks, and room duties to maintain appropriate ratios at all times. 2. Child Development and Learning • Plan, implement, and evaluate age-appropriate activities following the EYFS., • Ensure children’s development is observed, assessed, and recorded accurately., • Support key persons in writing observations, next steps, and learning journals., • Adapt activities to meet individual needs, including SEND support where required. 3. Safeguarding and Welfare • Maintain a safe, secure environment and ensure all safeguarding procedures are followed., • Respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns and report them to the DSL., • Conduct daily risk assessments of the room and outdoor areas., • Ensure children’s personal care needs (toileting, feeding, hygiene) are met consistently. 4. Communication and Partnerships • Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues., • Communicate daily with parents about their child’s wellbeing, progress, and activities., • Work closely with other professionals (SENCO, health visitors, external agencies) when needed. 5. Room Organisation and Environment • Ensure the room is well-presented, stimulating, and inviting at all times., • Maintain resources, ensuring equipment is clean, safe, and age-appropriate., • Set up purposeful learning areas and rotate activities regularly., • Oversee housekeeping tasks such as cleanliness, displays, and storage. 6. Compliance and Documentation • Ensure all policies, procedures, and statutory requirements are followed., • Complete and check accident forms, medication records, and attendance registers., • Support inspections and internal audits by keeping documentation accurate and up to date. 7. Behaviour Guidance • Model positive behaviour management techniques for staff., • Support children in developing social skills, emotional regulation, and independence., • Manage challenging behaviour calmly and consistently. 8. Professional Development • Attend training and staff meetings to keep knowledge current., • Support team members’ development by identifying training needs., • Reflect on practice and contribute to continuous improvement within the room. Skills, Knowledge and ExpertiseBenefits

• Busy Bees

  

  Nursery Manager

  3 days ago

  London

  Role Overview: Nursery Manager – Busy Bees Westminster (Central London) Busy Bees, the UK’s leading nursery group, is looking for an experienced and passionate Nursery Manager to lead our highly rated Westminster nursery. If you hold a Level 3 childcare qualification (or above) and have at least two years’ leadership experience in an early years setting, we’d love to welcome your expertise, creativity, and child‑centred approach. Busy Bees Benefits, we believe in rewarding our teams. You’ll receive: • Competitive salary + up to 25% annual bonus, • Significant childcare discount, • Up to 33 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays), • Your birthday off every year, • Enhanced family leave + return‑to‑work bonus, • Ongoing training & career progression, • Access to Hive benefits and wellbeing hub, • Menopause support via Peppy, • Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders, • Financial wellbeing tools via Salary Finance, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Cushon pension, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance, • Opportunities to travel internationally and learn global best practice Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities:, • Lead & Inspire: Drive excellence and motivate your team., • Quality Improvement: Enhance educational programs and operational processes., • Compliance: Ensure a safe and secure environment, meeting all regulations., • Financial Oversight: Manage budgets and resources effectively., • Engagement: Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the community. We’re seeking a passionate, ambitious Nursery Manager who is committed to delivering the highest standards of early years education and care. In this role, you will: • Lead and inspire your team to deliver exceptional childcare and strong EYFS practice, • Drive quality improvement, enhancing educational programmes and daily operations, • Ensure full compliance, maintaining a safe, secure, and well‑managed environment, • Oversee budgets, staffing, and resources, ensuring efficient and effective nursery operations, • Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the wider community, • A Level 3 childcare qualification (NNEB, BTEC, CACHE, NVQ), • Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager, • Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills, • A commercially minded approach with excellent attention to detail

• Little Elms Daycare Nurseries

  

  Nursery Deputy Manager

  20 days ago

  London

  Nursery Practitioner??£1000 Welcome Bonus Job description We are a leading family run group of 11 established Nurseries across South London, since opening back in 2009. Little Elms has had the pleasure in supporting numerous employees grow from strength to strength, both personally and professionally, changing roles and locations in order to meet personal and professional goals. We create a culture of staff appreciation, supporting each other EVERY day by recognizing teams as our most valued asset. We continuously look for new ways to reward our Little Elms employees. From ongoing additions to our benefits package (including our quarterly bonuses) to introducing a whole new wellness programme, we want everyone to enjoy their time at work, as well as being happy in their personal life. About the Deputy Manager role We are currently looking for a skilled, experienced and motivated Deputy Manager for our beautiful nursery in Lee Nursery. This is an ideal opportunity for a Senior Room Manager to take the next step in their career or a current Deputy looking to take on a new exciting role. The day-to-day role will include supporting the Nursery Manager in the overall running of the Nursery, whilst providing and ensuring a safe, stimulating and educational environment for the children and staff. This position will be a floating role, where you will also be based in various rooms and be able to take on the responsibilities of a SENCO. Our Nursery offers state-of-the-art facilities, combining bright and spacious indoor rooms along with fabulous outdoor areas. You can earn up to £39,000 per annum, depending on experience, working 40 hours per week. To be considered for the Nursery Deputy Manager role you must have: • At least 1 years’ experience in a Leadership role or equivalent, • Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years childcare, • Excellent knowledge & understanding of the EYFS & Statutory framework, • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), • Ability to use your own initiative, • Your passion to be shown in your day-to-day interaction with children, • £1000 New Starter Welcome bonus!!!, • Excellent rates of pay., • Service recognition awards – get an extra day’s annual leave, for each year worked, • Free, hot daily lunch prepared by our Skilled Nursery Chefs each day you work, • Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme (provided by BUPA), • Generous Childcare discount, • Support to gain higher qualifications, • Internal promotion opportunities across all of our 10 Nurseries, • Free Uniform, • New starter goody bag, • This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Certificate and satisfactory employment references., • The successful candidate will be required to undertake online safeguarding training and all positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)., • Little Elms Daycare Nurseries are an Equal Opportunities Employer, • Little Elms Daycare Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people., • The welcome bonus will be paid in two instalments. £500 will be paid in the first salary payment after joining, then another £500 upon completion of probation (6 months, unless extended). The welcome bonus will be subject to normal Tax & NI deductions. Key Responsibilities We are currently for a skilled and experienced Deputy Manager to be based in our Lee Nursery. The nursery offers state-of-the-art facilities, combining bright and spacious indoor rooms along with fabulous outdoor areas.You can earn up to £39000 per annum, depending on experience, working Full time (40 hours per week) – 4 days a week. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise • At least 1 years’ experience in a Leadership role or equivalent, • Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years childcare, • Excellent knowledge & understanding of the EYFS & Statutory framework, • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), • Ability to use your own initiative, • Your passion to be shown in your day-to-day interaction with children, • Coaching & mentoring abilitiesBenefits

• Connaught Resourcing

  

  Nursery Manager required in London

  25 days ago

  London

  We are pleased to announce that we are seeking experienced Nursery Managers for Early Years settings across London. The locations are as follows. • North London* Southwest London* Northwest London We are also looking for Deputy Managers and Room Leaders. If you are looking for your next career move, please forward your CV. Successful candidates must have Room Leader, Deputy or Management experience working within the Early Years sector. You will also need to have a full and relevant level 3 or above qualification in Childcare. Connaught Resourcing operates as an Employment Business and an Employment Agency. We are a committed equal opportunities employer who respect and value cultural diversity. Connaught Resourcing will carry out background checks including referencing and where required an Enhanced or Standard DBS Disclosure as part of our recruitment and selection procedures.