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Level 3 Nursery Assistant – Leeds Location: LS7 Hours: Full-time, covering all shift patterns between 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Shift Length: 7.5 hours (rotas provided in advance) Duration: Full Time until Summer Pay: £15 to £16 per hour Start Date: February Half Term to Summer About the Role: We’re looking for a qualified Level 3 Nursery Assistant to join our team and help create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your skills and experience to support children’s learning and development. Responsibilities: • Plan and deliver engaging activities that promote early years development., • Support children’s individual needs and maintain positive relationships with families., • Ensure compliance with safeguarding and health & safety standards., • Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare (or equivalent)., • Strong understanding of EYFS framework., • Reliable, flexible, and able to cover all shift patterns between 8 AM and 6 PM., • Shifts provided in advance for better work-life balance., • Opportunities for ongoing training and career progression.

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK \n 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. \n 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. \n 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. \n 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 Leeds Headingley Grove nursery, rated "Good" by Ofsted, accommodates up to 54 children and offers a home-from-home environment within a beautifully converted house where your child can thrive while learning new skills. The nursery features three bright, airy rooms tailored to different age groups, along with an exciting outdoor area for children to explore. With a range of activities available, your little one can engage in water play, sensory exploration, and safely take on challenges outdoors.Conveniently located on Grove Road, our nursery is just a 2-minute drive from Headingley town centre and only 15 minutes from Leeds City Centre. For those using public transport, there's a bus stop just a short 2-minute walk away on Grove Lane, served by route 91, and Headingley Arndale Bus Station is a 10-minute walk away, offering additional bus routes. Free parking is available for those arriving by car. Busy Bees Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • Ongoing professional development and career progression\n, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers\n, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)\n, • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!\n, • 25% childcare discount\n, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus\n, • Menopause support through Peppy\n, • Financial support through Salary Finance\n, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders\n, • Cycle to Work scheme\n, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon\n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Assist in planning and delivering educational activities that promote children's development.\n, • Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.\n, • Take on the role of Key Person, fostering b partnerships with children and their families.\n, • Track and report on children's progress through observations and assessments.\nWhat We’re Looking For:, • Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare., • Experience working with children under 5., • Empathy and understanding – each child is unique., • Strong communication and organisational skills.You may have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse. Start your rewarding career in early childhood education today—apply now!

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK \n 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. \n 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. \n 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. \n 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 Leeds Pudsey Lowtown, rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted, has a capacity of 65 children. Our spacious nursery is situated in a charming building and offers childcare for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Each age group has its own dedicated room, equipped with a wide range of age-appropriate toys, activities, and furniture. This setup allows your child to learn about the world around them while building confidence alongside peers at similar developmental stages.Our outdoor space provides a safe environment where children can play, get active, and learn about taking safe risks under supervision. Located right at the heart of Pudsey, we're just a short walk from the town center on Lowtown. Our nursery is also conveniently positioned, with only a 20-minute drive from Bradford and a 15-minute drive from Leeds. For those using public transport, the area is well-served by bus routes, with nearby stops just a stone's throw away. The Intake Road bus stop is served by buses 4, 4F, 9, 9A, 14, 81, and X11, while the Lowtown bus stop is also accessible via routes 4, 4F, 9, 9A, and X11. Free parking is available for your convenience. Busy Bees Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary \n, • Ongoing professional development and career progression \n, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers \n, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)\n, • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!\n, • 50% childcare discount \n, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus\n, • Menopause support through Peppy \n, • Financial support through Salary Finance \n, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders\n, • Cycle to Work scheme \n, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon\n, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)\n What to Expect as a Nursery Practitioner: • 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.\n, • Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education\n

Nursery Assistant (Unqualified) – Leeds Location: LS10 Hours: Full-time, covering all shift patterns between 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Shift Length: 7.5 hours (rotas provided in advance) Start Date: ASAP About the Role: Here at Reed Early Years, we are looking for enthusiastic and caring individuals to join our team as Nursery Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a career in childcare, supporting children’s learning and development in a safe and nurturing environment. Responsibilities: • Assist with play activities, mealtimes, and daily routines., • Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming setting., • Experience in Primary Schools in Early Years, or Nursery experience., • A genuine interest in childcare and early years education., • Shifts provided in advance for better work-life balance., • Opportunities for training and career progression.

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK \n 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. \n 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. \n 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. \n 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 Leeds Farsley, rated "Good" by Ofsted, has a capacity of 50 children and offers an ideal environment for age-specific learning, allowing our dedicated staff to focus on play activities tailored to children from baby age to preschool.Located on Priesthorpe Road in Farsley, our nursery is conveniently situated just a 20-minute drive from both Leeds and Bradford city centres. We also boast excellent transportation links, with New Pudsey train station only a 20-minute walk away. The nearest bus stop, serving routes 9, 16, 16A, and 80, is just a 10-minute walk away, making it easy to reach us. For your convenience, free parking is available. Busy Bees Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary \n, • Ongoing professional development and career progression \n, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers \n, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)\n, • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!\n, • 50% childcare discount \n, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus\n, • Menopause support through Peppy \n, • Financial support through Salary Finance \n, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders\n, • Cycle to Work scheme \n, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon\n, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)\n What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader: • 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.

Level 2 Nursery Assistant – Leeds Location: Multiple sites across Leeds Hours: Full-time, covering all shift patterns between 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Shift Length: 7.5 hours (rotas provided in advance) Pay: £14.10 to £14.90 per hour About the Role: We’re looking for a qualified Level 2 Nursery Assistant to join our team and help create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children. This is a great opportunity to build on your skills and experience while supporting children’s learning and development. Responsibilities: • Assist in planning and delivering activities that promote early years development., • Support children’s individual needs and maintain positive relationships with families., • Ensure compliance with safeguarding and health & safety standards., • Level 2 qualification in Early Years/Childcare (or equivalent)., • Basic understanding of the EYFS framework., • Reliable, flexible, and able to cover all shift patterns between 8 AM and 6 PM., • Shifts provided in advance for better work-life balance., • Opportunities for ongoing training and career progression.

Level 2 Nursery Nurse Location: LS11 Hours: Full-time, covering all shift patterns between 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Shift Length: 7.5 hours (rotas provided in advance) Start Date: ASAP Here at Reed Early Years, we are dedicated to providing nursery work for those to have a passion and understanding of the EYFS curriculum. Moreover, we are provided with new opportunities everyday which we would love to introduce to the right people. About the Role: We are looking for a qualified Level 2 Nursery Assistant to join our team and help create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children. This is a great opportunity to build on your skills and experience while supporting children’s learning and development. Responsibilities: • Assist in planning and delivering activities that promote early years development., • Support children’s individual needs and maintain positive relationships with families., • Ensure compliance with safeguarding and health & safety standards., • Level 2 qualification in Early Years/Childcare (or equivalent)., • Basic understanding of the EYFS framework., • Reliable, flexible, and able to cover all shift patterns between 8 AM and 6 PM., • Passionate about supporting children’s growth and development., • Shifts provided in advance for better work-life balance., • Opportunities for ongoing training and career progression.

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a 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 Leeds Pudsey Lowtown, rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted, has a capacity of 65 children. Our spacious nursery is situated in a charming building and offers childcare for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Each age group has its own dedicated room, equipped with a wide range of age-appropriate toys, activities, and furniture. This setup allows your child to learn about the world around them while building confidence alongside peers at similar developmental stages.Our outdoor space provides a safe environment where children can play, get active, and learn about taking safe risks under supervision. Located right at the heart of Pudsey, we're just a short walk from the town center on Lowtown. Our nursery is also conveniently positioned, with only a 20-minute drive from Bradford and a 15-minute drive from Leeds. For those using public transport, the area is well-served by bus routes, with nearby stops just a stone's throw away. The Intake Road bus stop is served by buses 4, 4F, 9, 9A, 14, 81, and X11, while the Lowtown bus stop is also accessible via routes 4, 4F, 9, 9A, and X11. Free parking is available for your convenience. 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) Key Responsibilities • Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room., • Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children., • Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration., • Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents., • Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children., • Level 3 qualification or above in early years education., • Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner., • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you a passionate leader with a background in early childhood education and management? As an Assistant Centre Director at Busy Bees, you will support the Centre Director in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and wants to make a difference in the lives of children while leading a team towards educational excellence. 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 Leeds Farsley, rated "Good" by Ofsted, has a capacity of 50 children and offers an ideal environment for age-specific learning, allowing our dedicated staff to focus on play activities tailored to children from baby age to preschool.Located on Priesthorpe Road in Farsley, our nursery is conveniently situated just a 20-minute drive from both Leeds and Bradford city centres. We also boast excellent transportation links, with New Pudsey train station only a 20-minute walk away. The nearest bus stop, serving routes 9, 16, 16A, and 80, is just a 10-minute walk away, making it easy to reach us. For your convenience, free parking is available. 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) Join our supportive and collaborative work environment, learn from experienced colleagues, and make meaningful connections. If you are ready to make a positive impact in the field of early childhood education and childcare, we encourage you to apply for the Nursery Manager position at Busy Bees. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team and take the next step in your career. Key Responsibilities • Support the Centre Director in overseeing the daily operations and maintaining educational standards., • Assist in developing and delivering an engaging, high-quality curriculum tailored to the needs of children., • Ensure the centre complies with all relevant regulatory requirements and maintains high safety and health standards., • Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team., • Lead efforts to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promoting a positive centre experience for families., • Assist with administrative tasks, including scheduling, payroll, and recruitment., • Manage operational records and support financial planning to ensure sustainability.Ideal Candidate:, • An approved Level 3 qualification or above in early years education., • Experience within an early years setting, with leadership or supervisory experience ideally as either a Assistant Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery Manager., • Proven track record of ensuring educational excellence and curriculum development., • Strong communication and organisational skills, with a focus on teamwork., • Experience in maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and health and safety protocols.Lead with passion and help create a nurturing learning environment—apply now!

Job Title: Assistant Nursery Practitioner Report to: Nursery Manager Band: Band 2 Department: Facilities - Childcare Location: LS8, LS7, LS2 Job Summary: To support the nursery team in delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage across the setting to raise and maintain the excellence of the Early Years Provision through quality interaction with the children. The postholder will work collaboratively with both the management team and part of a team of up to 25 practitioners; assisting with meeting the individual needs of the children whilst sustaining good partnerships with up to 80 families/carers within the setting. Requirements (Essential): Minimum of Level 2 Childcare Safeguarding Children EYFS Training Enhanced Up to Date DBS Evidence of Eligibility to work in the UK Requirements (Desirable): Working towards Level 3 Childcare Qualification (NNEB, CACHE, BTEC, NVQ) First Aid Trained Food Hygiene Level 2 To hear more about this opportunity, please respond to this message and we will be in touch!

Level 3 Nursery Nurse – Leeds Location: LS10 Hours: Full-time, covering all shift patterns between 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Shift Length: 7.5 hours (rotas provided in advance) Duration: Full Time until Summer Start Date: February Half Term to Summer About the Role: We’re looking for a qualified Level 3 Nursery Assistant to join our team and help create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your skills and experience to support children’s learning and development. Responsibilities: • Plan and deliver engaging activities that promote early years development., • Support children’s individual needs and maintain positive relationships with families., • Ensure compliance with safeguarding and health & safety standards., • Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare (or equivalent)., • Strong understanding of EYFS framework., • Reliable, flexible, and able to cover all shift patterns between 8 AM and 6 PM., • Passionate about supporting children’s growth and development., • Shifts provided in advance for better work-life balance., • Opportunities for ongoing training and career progression.

Early Years Practitioner Opportunities - Flexible Hours in MorleyOrganisation: Veritas EducationLocation: Morley Are you looking for an early years role that truly works around you? Veritas Education is partnering with a warm and welcoming nursery in Morley, offering flexible opportunities tailored to your availability-whether that's part-time, full-time, or occasional shifts. This is a role designed with practitioners in mind. You'll have the freedom to choose when you work, creating a schedule that fits your lifestyle, commitments, and preferences-without sacrificing the chance to be part of a supportive and friendly team. The nursery provides a calm, nurturing environment with a strong emphasis on outdoor learning and wellbeing. Children are encouraged to explore, be active, and engage with nature, supporting their development through creativity, fresh air, and positive daily routines. In this role, you'll play a key part in creating a safe, engaging, and caring space where children can flourish. Your day could involve supporting outdoor activities, encouraging imaginative play, or helping maintain a relaxed and happy atmosphere throughout the setting. This opportunity is ideal for both qualified practitioners and those with practical childcare experience who are looking for flexibility. It's also well-suited to anyone returning to early years or wanting to stay connected to the sector without committing to fixed hours. What we're looking for: • Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification, or relevant childcare experience, • A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach, • Confidence supporting outdoor and play-based learning, • Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset, • A genuine passion for supporting children's development and wellbeing, • Flexible working patterns - part-time, full-time, or ad hoc shifts, • A role that works around your availability, • Competitive rates of pay, • A supportive and positive team environment APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy, • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained, • You must have legal right to work in the UK Disclaimer 'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

Are you a passionate Nursery Assistant looking for flexible part-time work across Leeds?\n\nDo you have experience supporting young children in a nursery or school setting?\n\nAre you reliable, caring and able to adapt to different environments?\n\nTeacherActive is proud to be working with a number of private day nurseries across Leeds, offering welcoming and supportive environments that focus on early years development through play-based learning. These settings provide safe, engaging spaces where children are encouraged to explore and build confidence.\n\nWe are looking for a Nursery Assistant to work on a part-time basis across a range of private day nurseries. The successful Nursery Assistant will support children aged 0-5, assisting with daily routines, activities, and ensuring a safe and nurturing environment while adapting to different nursery settings.\n\nThe successful Nursery Assistant will have:\n• Previous experience working with children in an Early Years / School setting\n• A caring and patient approach to supporting young children\n• Strong communication skills\n• A flexible and adaptable attitude\n\nIn return for the above you can expect to receive:\n• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process\n• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply\n• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel\n• Market leading rates of pay\n• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply\n\nOur staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.\n\nIf you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.\n\nEMAIL: rachel.hill\nCONTACT NUMBER: (phone number removed)\n\nAbout TeacherActive\n\nTeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and placing teachers and support staff into rewarding roles. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.\n\nEqual Opportunities Statement\n\nTeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job seeking services.\n\nSafeguarding and DBS Compliance\n\nRegistration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.\n\nRegular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment

Operations Manager – Early Years & Childcare**\nMulti-Site Regional Role\n\n---\n\nSalary: Competitive + benefits\nLocation: UK-wide travel with overnight stays required\nContract: Full-time, permanent\n\n---\n\nThe Role\n\nWe are seeking a dynamic, commercially-minded Operations Manager to lead and develop a portfolio of nursery settings across multiple locations. You will be the strategic link between senior leadership and nursery managers, ensuring each site delivers exceptional childcare while operating as a profitable, sustainable business.\n\nThis is a hands-on leadership role for someone who combines a passion for early years education with sharp business acumen. You will drive quality, compliance, occupancy and financial performance across your region—while building the capability of your nursery management teams.\n\n---\n\nWhat You'll Do\n\nLeadership & Quality\n- Provide visible, positive leadership to Nursery Managers across your region\n- Ensure every setting delivers child-centred care with high standards of physical, emotional, social and intellectual development\n- Embed and model best practice in line with EYFS and statutory frameworks\n- Support professional development, performance management and succession planning for nursery leadership teams\n\nBusiness & Commercial Performance\n- Drive sustainable profitability through effective occupancy management, cost control and revenue growth\n- Monitor and improve financial performance across your region; identify opportunities to add value\n- Develop and execute local marketing plans, open days and engagement activities to attract and retain families\n- Manage regional budgets, forecasting and resource planning\n\nCompliance & Safeguarding\n- Hold ultimate accountability for health & safety, safeguarding and regulatory compliance across all sites\n- Ensure robust child protection procedures, staff vetting and safer recruitment practices\n- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, GDPR and sector standards\n\nStakeholder & Partnership Management\n- Build effective relationships with external partners, local organisations and service users\n- Represent the organisation at multi-agency forums and influence service delivery priorities\n- Ensure seamless "front door" access arrangements and exceptional customer experience\n\n---\n\nWhat You Bring\n\nEssential\n- Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)\n- Significant experience managing multiple nursery settings or integrated early years services\n- Proven track record of leading teams, managing budgets and delivering commercial results\n- Deep knowledge of EYFS, statutory frameworks, safeguarding and inspection requirements\n- Excellent communication, influencing and report-writing skills\n- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively (overnight stays required)\n\nDesirable\n- Degree in Early Education, Childcare or Management\n- Additional professional qualification in children and family services\n- IOSH Managing Safely (or commitment to obtain)\n- Experience of TUPE transfers and business change\n- Knowledge of out-of-school clubs and wraparound care for primary-aged children\n\n---\n\nWhat We Offer\n- Competitive salary and benefits package\n- Company-branded uniform provided\n- Enhanced DBS check and update service\n- Opportunity to shape and grow a respected early years portfolio\n\n---\n\nTo Apply\nPlease submit your CV and cover letter outlining your regional management experience and approach to driving quality and commercial performance in early years settings.\n\n*This post requires a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion

Are you a passionate Nursery Practitioner who enjoys supporting children in their early development?\n\nAre you confident working with children aged 0–5 in a busy nursery environment?\n\nAre you reliable and can bring a positive and nurturing approach to each day?\n\nTeacherActive is proud to be working with a number of private day nurseries across Leeds, offering warm and welcoming environments for children aged 0–5. These settings focus on creating safe, engaging spaces where children can explore, learn and develop through play, supported by caring and dedicated staff teams.\n\nThe nurseries are looking to take on full-time Nursery Practitioners on a long-term basis starting in September. The successful Nursery Practitioners will be expected to support across rooms, deliver activities in line with the EYFS framework, and contribute to a positive and structured learning environment while meeting the individual needs of each child.\n\nThe successful Nursery Practitioners will have:\n\n• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years\n• Experience working with children aged 0–5 years\n• Strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum\n• Excellent communication and teamwork skills\n• A caring and nurturing approach\n\nIn return for the above you can expect to receive:\n\n• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process\n• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply\n• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel\n• Market leading rates of pay\n• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply\n\nOur staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.\n\nIf you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.\n\nEMAIL: \nCONTACT NUMBER: (phone number removed)\n\nAbout TeacherActive\n\nTeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and placing teachers and support staff into rewarding roles. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.\n\nEqual Opportunities Statement\n\nTeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job seeking services.\n\nSafeguarding and DBS Compliance\n\nRegistration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.\n\nRegular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment

As a 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.

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Busy Bees East Keswick, rated "Good" by Ofsted, has a capacity of 100 children and is situated in a purpose

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. Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and mor

Nursery Assistants – Looking for flexible hours? Flexible Agency Work Available Now Are you a Nursery Assistant looking for flexible work and happy to travel around Leeds and surrounding Areas? Whether you’re seeking day-to-day cover, short-term bookings or longer-term placements, agenc

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Location:Chestnut Nursery, The Chestnut Centre, 2a Chestnut Street, Huddersfield, HD2 1HJ Ready to apply Before you do, make sure to read all the details pertaining to this job in the description below. Hours: Full-time 40 hours a week, Permanent Salary:£29,640 (dependent on experience and qualifications) Benefits: Health cash plan, Company events, Company pension, Employee discount for childcare, On-site free parking Start Date: As soon as possible About Us LS2Y Nurseries are part of the wider LS2Y organisation, delivering high-quality childcare and education in the heart of our communities. We are nurturing, forward-thinking settings committed to the Curiosity Approach, encouraging children to explore, discover, and learn through purposeful play. We are seeking a motivated, organised, and experienced Deputy Manager to support the Nursery Manager and lead our team to deliver the very best standards of care and education. The Role As Deputy Manager, you will: • Support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery, taking charge in their absence., • Act as a strong role model for staff, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and care., • Work closely with room leaders to ensure quality routines, continuous provision, and environments reflect the Curiosity Approach ethos., • Support with staff development coaching, mentoring, and ensuring consistency in practice., • Contribute to administrative and office duties such as occupancy management, registers, staff rotas, observations, and parent communication., • Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and compliance across the nursery., • Support with planning, SEND provision, and transitions, ensuring all childrens needs are met., • Health Projects: supporting the wider health and wellbeing of our families and the community LS2Y., • Families Together: working closely in partnership with other services to ensure families access the support they need, • Community Projects: LS2Y settings are embedded in their communities, with opportunities to contribute to events, employability support and nursery projects that connect families and local partners., • Funded Training and Qualifications: Ongoing training and development opportunities, with encouragement to progress to higher qualifications (Level 5 and above)., • Progression Opportunities: The chance to play a key role in shaping the nursery and to progress within the wider LS2Y organisation., • Coaching and Mentoring: Support with staff development, including coaching, mentoring, and consistency in practice., • Reflective Supervision: Regular opportunities for reflective supervision and feedback, supporting your professional journey., • Qualified to Level 3 or above in Early Years (Level 5 desirable)., • Experienced in a senior or leadership role within an early years setting., • Passionate about the Curiosity Approach and child-led learning., • A confident leader and communicator, able to motivate staff and build strong relationships with parents., • Organised, reliable, and able to manage both people and paperwork., • A supportive and welcoming team environment., • Ongoing training and development opportunities., • The chance to play a key role in shaping the nursery alongside the Manager.

Community Projects: LS2Y settings are embedded in their communities, with opportunities to contribute to events, employability support and nursery projects that connect families and local partners.

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