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Creche Assistant - Luxury Beach Club in Greece - Summer 2026.

Group Leaders (10+) play a vital role in supporting older children at camp, creating a safe, structured, and engaging environment tailored to their age group. Through clear communication, active supervision and a supportive approach, Group Leaders ensure every child enjoys a rewarding and memorabl

Group Leaders create a fun, welcoming and supportive environment for children aged 6–9. Through clear communication, enthusiasm and a nurturing approach, Group Leaders ensure children grow in confidence, make friends and enjoy a memorable camp experience. Plan and deliver structured, age-appropr

Early Years Childcare Practitioner - Luxury Beach Club in Greece - Summer 2026.

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a fantastic primary school in Wigan for a Teaching Assistant to support their Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) children. As a leading education recruitment agency, we are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to provide support to young learners in their early educational journey. As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will be working closely with the class teacher to support children developing essential foundational skills. Your role will involve assisting with early literacy, numeracy, and social skills, providing a nurturing environment that fosters the development of each child. Key Responsibilities: Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons for EYFS pupils as a Teaching Assistant. Assist with the daily care, supervision, and emotional support of children in the EYFS setting. Work one-on-one and with small groups to help children develop basic literacy and numeracy skills and support them in achieving developmental milestones. As a Teaching Assistant, you will help create a safe, stimulating, and supportive learning environment for EYFS children. Assist with the planning and preparation of activities that encourage play-based learning and social development. Monitor and record children's progress, providing feedback to the class teacher and parents as necessary. Foster positive relationships with children, helping them...

Early Years Practitioner - Bolton Start Date: Available Immediately Hours: Flexible - Full-time or Part-time Contract: Ongoing Supply Are you passionate about supporting children in their early development? We are looking for enthusiastic Early Years Practitioners to join nursery settings across B

Nursery Manager Location: Wigan Hours: 8:15 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday Start Date: September Salary: Competitive, based on experience About the Role Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and experienced Nursery Manager to cover a maternity leave at a charming, small school nursery based in Wigan. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a close-knit team in a nurturing educational environment. Running from Monday to Friday (8:15 AM - 4:00 PM), this role offers excellent working hours that balance a fulfilling leadership career with a great work-life balance. Key Responsibilities: Provide daily leadership and management to the nursery team, ensuring the highest standards of care and early education. Oversee the implementation of the EYFS curriculum, creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for young learners. Maintain strong, supportive relationships with parents, carers, and the wider school community. Ensure full compliance with all safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory requirements. Manage day-to-day administration and smoothly transition children into the wider school ecosystem. What We Are Looking For: A minimum of a Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (Degree or Level 5/6 management qualification is highly desirable). Proven experience as a Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, or strong Room Leader looking to step up. In-depth knowledge of the EYFS fra...

Early Years Practitioner - Bolton Start Date: Available ImmediatelyHours: Flexible - Full-time or Part-timeContract: Ongoing Supply Are you passionate about supporting children in their early development? We are looking for enthusiastic Early Years Practitioners to join nursery settings across Bolton. You'll play a key role in creating stimulating activities, promoting learning through play, and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment. What We're Looking For: • Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years or equivalent, • Previous experience in nursery or early years settings, • Strong understanding of the EYFS framework Safeguarding & Compliance: All candidates must complete an Enhanced DBS check, provide professional references, and meet safeguarding requirements, including overseas police checks where applicable. Your CV should detail the last 10 years of employment history with explanations for any gaps. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and attend a registration interview. About Veritas Education: We work closely with schools and nurseries across Greater Manchester to ensure children receive the best start in life by connecting them with passionate practitioners. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION <...

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner – Bolton (BL3 4LT) Permanent | £14.25 per hour | Full Time | Immediate Start Are you a passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioner looking for a nursery where you'll feel valued, supported, and genuinely love coming to work every day? TeacherActive is delighted to be working with a nursery in Bolton, a busy, welcoming nursery that is continuing to grow thanks to its fantastic reputation within the local community. This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly and experienced team who are committed to helping every member of staff develop and thrive. The Role Full-time permanent position 40 hours per week 51 weeks per year 8-hour shifts on a rota: 7:30am – 4:00pm 9:00am – 6:00pm £14.25 per hour About the Nursery This is a vibrant and fast-paced nursery with a constant flow of new families joining throughout the year. The team pride themselves on creating a warm, nurturing environment where children can flourish through play, exploration, and meaningful relationships. You'll work alongside an incredibly supportive management team, with Zeenat, Beck, and the experienced room leaders investing plenty of time into developing and mentoring staff, making this an excellent opportunity whether you're experienced or looking to build on your existing skills. Building strong relationships with parents is a huge part of the role, with detailed ...

Foster Carers needed to provide care for children aged 0-18 in Salford, offering short or long-term care and support.

Seeking an experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to help lead a new flagship nursery, ensuring high standards of care and education for children.

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner - Full Time (Permanent) Swinton, Greater Manchester Are you a passionate and caring Level 3 Nursery Practitioner looking for your next full-time role in a supportive and welcoming setting? We are working with a lovely, well-established nursery group in Swinton who are looking to welcome a dedicated practitioner to their team on a full-time, permanent basis. The Role: Supporting children in a nurturing, safe and engaging environment Planning and delivering age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS Building strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues Contributing to observations, assessments and development tracking Working as part of a friendly and supportive team What We're Looking For: Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or equivalent) Previous nursery or early years experience A warm, positive and proactive attitude Strong understanding of the EYFS framework A genuine passion for supporting children's development What's on Offer: Full-time, permanent position Supportive leadership team and positive working environment Opportunity to grow and progress within the nursery Competitive salary (dependent on experience) This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nursery where you can truly make a difference and feel part of a close-knit team. Interested? Please apply or send me a direct message for more information (Please note: we will only be able to respond to shortlisted candidates) INDAT

Deputy Nursery Manager Swinton, Salford (Greater Manchester) £14.50 - £15.50 per hour | Full Time | Permanent ⭐ Exciting opportunity to help shape a brand-new flagship nursery opening in September 2026 Premier Education are working in partnership with Little Explorers Nursery who are looking for an experienced and passionate Deputy Nursery Manager to join their warm and supportive team in Swinton, with the exciting opportunity to help lead their brand-new Heywood Hall flagship nursery opening in 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Early Years professional who is ready to take the next step in leadership and play a key role in developing a brand-new nursery environment. At Little Explorers, children always come first. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional Early Years education through warmth, professionalism, teamwork and a genuine passion for helping children thrive. The Role As Deputy Nursery Manager, you will support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day leadership of the setting and play an important role in maintaining high standards across the nursery. Your responsibilities will include: • Supporting the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery Leading, mentoring and inspiring nursery staff Ensuring excellent standards of care, learning and safeguarding Supporting the implementation of the EYFS framework Building positive relationships with children, families and colleagues * Helping to establish and develop our new Heywood Hall flagship nursery Essential Requirements • Full and relevant Early Years qualification (Level 3 or above) Minimum 5 years experience in an Early Years setting Leadership or supervisory experience (Room Leader / Senior Practitioner / Deputy) Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding requirements Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one Why Join Us? • Competitive salary Recruitment & retention bonus Opportunity to be part of our brand-new flagship nursery opening in 2026 Excellent career progression opportunities Supportive and experienced leadership team Strong staff retention and positive team culture Ongoing training and professional development We are looking for someone who truly lives and breathes Early Years education and shares our passion for putting children first. If you are ready to take the next step in your Early Years career and be part of an exciting new chapter, we would love to hear from you. The successful candidate will have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines. An enhanced DBS check will be required as part of our commitment to ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all. INDAT

Nursery Practitioner (Level 3) - Full Time - Permanent We are currently recruiting for a passionate and experienced Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a warm, welcoming, and child-focused early years setting in Wigan. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic about supporting children's learning and development within a nurturing nursery environment. The Role Full-time, permanent position ASAP start available Notice periods will be considered Working with children within an early years setting Supporting learning through play and engaging activities Maintaining a safe, stimulating, and caring environment Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues Following EYFS guidelines and safeguarding procedures Requirements Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (essential) Previous experience working within a nursery setting (essential) Strong understanding of the EYFS framework A caring, reliable, and proactive approach Excellent communication and teamwork skills Enhanced DBS preferred (or willingness to obtain one) What's on Offer Supportive and friendly team environment Ongoing training and development opportunities Stable, permanent employment Opportunity to make a real difference in children's early developmentIf you are a dedicated Nursery Practitioner looking for your next long-term opportunity in Wigan, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV to be considered