Curriculum development jobs in United Kingdom

We are looking for an enthusiastic and warm nursery practitioner to join our team of 10. We are based in the heart of Forest Gate (London) and have vacancies open for roles in our baby room, toddler room and preschool room as well as room leader roles. Job Description: Nursery Practitioner/Nursery Nurse/Room Leader Location: Twinkle Toes Day Nursery, Forest Gate, London E7 0NG Position: Nursery Practitioner/Nursery Nurse/Room Leader About Us: Twinkle Toes Day Nursery is dedicated to providing a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment for children aged 0-5 years. We believe in fostering a love for learning through play and supporting each child’s development. Our committed team plays a vital role in creating a positive experience for our children and their families. Roles and Responsibilities: Nursery Practitioner/Nursery Nurse: - Support the daily care and education of children. - Plan and implement engaging activities that promote development. - Observe and assess children’s progress and well-being. - Maintain a safe and hygienic environment. - Communicate effectively with parents and caregivers. - Work collaboratively with the nursery team. Room Leader: - Lead a designated room, ensuring high standards of care and education. - Mentor and support staff members, fostering their professional development. - Develop and implement a curriculum that meets individual needs. - Maintain records of children’s progress and development. - Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. - Liaise with parents, staff, and external agencies as needed. Qualifications: - Level 2/3 Early Years Qualification (or equivalent). - Experience working in a nursery or early years setting. - Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work as part of a team and independently. What We Offer: - Competitive salary and benefits. - Opportunities for professional development and training. - A supportive and friendly work environment. - The chance to make a positive impact on children’s lives. Application Process: To apply, please send your CV.

Early Childhood Lead Educator o To lead, support, supervise, and inspire the staff in their room to ensure best practices with children. o Liaise frequently with the wider management team within the setting to ensure the curriculum is being implemented to a high quality. o To ensure the learning environment is well-resourced and set up to reflect an enabling environment for children. o To support and work as part of a whole team to deliver and meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage for all children. o Plan, provide, and support age-appropriate play opportunities in accordance with the curriculum and individual needs of the children in your care. o To support staff’s practice to ensure the best outcomes for children. o To ensure the safeguarding and welfare of all children in your care is being met. o To be a key person to an allocated number of children. o To observe, assess and record children’s learning and development progress. o To ensure all record keeping for a given room is kept up to date, including children’s development records, daily records, risk assessments, and accident sheets (this will also be carried out by management). o To build and maintain positive relationships with children and their parents/carers. o To adhere to and follow the setting’s policies and procedures. o To ensure confidentiality is always adhered to. o To attend team meetings, settings meetings and training days. This also includes individual Continuous Professional Development training o To liaise and work in partnership with external agencies (both statutory and voluntary) to support children within the setting as appropriate. o Hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times to ensure standards of health and safety and minimise risk. o To undertake any other duties as deemed necessary by the setting managerial team.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Early Years Practitioner/Deputy Manager to join our vibrant team. In this role, you will support the Preschool Manager in overseeing daily operations, ensuring high standards of care and education, and fostering a positive and inclusive environment for children, staff, and families. You will play a key role in maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, leading curriculum development, and mentoring team members to deliver outstanding early years provision. Key Responsibilities: Assist the Nursery Manager in overseeing the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring smooth operations and adherence to all policies and procedures. Lead by example in delivering exceptional childcare and early education, following EYFS guidelines. Monitor and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements, including health and safety and safeguarding policies. Support and mentor staff, conducting regular supervision meetings and appraisals to enhance professional development. Work collaboratively with families, promoting open communication to build strong relationships. Contribute to curriculum planning, ensuring it is engaging, inclusive, and tailored to meet the developmental needs of all children. Take responsibility for the nursery in the absence of the Manager, ensuring continuity of care and leadership. Handle administrative tasks such as staff scheduling, record-keeping, and reporting. Actively participate in recruitment, training, and retention of staff. Qualifications and Experience: Level 3 (or higher) qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare. Proven experience in a leadership role within an early years setting. Strong knowledge of EYFS framework, safeguarding, and health & safety standards. Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to inspire and motivate a team while maintaining a positive and professional demeanor. What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package. Ongoing professional development opportunities. Supportive and friendly working environment. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s early learning journey. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in EYFS and experience working with children in a nursery setting. As an Early Years Practitioner you will play a crucial role in fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children, promoting their development and well-being through engaging activities and effective communication. Duties: • Develop and implement age-appropriate educational activities that promote children's learning and development. • Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for children, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times. • Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues to build strong relationships and support children's individual needs. • Manage daily routines, including meal times, play sessions, and rest periods, ensuring that all activities are organised efficiently. • Observe and assess children's progress, maintaining accurate records to plan and support their development. • Collaborate with team members to create an inclusive environment that respects diversity and encourages participation from all children. • Lead group activities that promote social skills, creativity, and physical development. • Stay informed about current best practices in EYFS and participate in professional development opportunities. Requirements: • Proven experience of at least three years working with children in a childcare or nursery setting is essential. • A Level 3 qualification in Childcare is essential. • GCSE in English and Maths is essential. • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire both children and colleagues. • Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written. • A proactive drive to create engaging learning experiences for young children. • Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively while maintaining attention to detail. • Strong knowledge of EYFS curriculum, principles and practices. • Strong knowledge in SEND practices. • Ability to create and maintain a safe and healthy environment in line with safeguarding procedures. If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact on the lives of our young children and possess the necessary skills to thrive in this role, we would love to hear from you! Apply now to join our dedicated team.

Dunamisma ABC Daycare is looking for a Nursery practitioner, assistant to join our new nursery and become the nominated person for our Daycare Nursery to help create a safe, educational and fun environment for young children. Duties include helping develop a positive curriculum, ensuring safety in the facility and interacting with young children This is a great opportunity for an individual with passion, vision, qualification and experience within childcare sector to grow with the business and develop in the field of childcare.

About Us: AGT Educational Consultancy is a newly established company with a vision to provide innovative and high-quality educational consultancy services. Our mission is to empower schools, educators, and students by delivering customized solutions that enhance learning experiences and outcomes. As we build our foundation, we are seeking a passionate and experienced Academic Coordinator to join our pioneering team. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of a growing company. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement academic programs and consultancy strategies. Collaborate closely with educational institutions and stakeholders to identify needs and deliver tailored solutions. Lead curriculum design, instructional planning, and assessment processes. Support the recruitment, training, and mentoring of academic staff. Establish and maintain compliance with UK educational standards and practices. Build partnerships with schools, colleges, and educational organizations to expand the company’s network. Contribute to the company’s strategic planning and growth initiatives. Requirements: Must be a British citizen. A degree in Education, Curriculum Development, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred). experience in academic coordination, consultancy, or leadership in education. Comprehensive knowledge of the UK education system and regulatory frameworks. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. A proactive and entrepreneurial mindset, suitable for a startup environment. Ability to work collaboratively and adapt in a dynamic setting. What We Offer: A competitive salary with potential for growth as the company expands. The opportunity to be part of a new and innovative educational consultancy. A collaborative and flexible work environment. The chance to shape the company’s vision and make a lasting impact on education.

Escrick Pre-school Practitioner Job Title: Pre-School Practitioner Responsible to: Manager of the setting and Chair of management committee Responsible for: All Pre-school children in the setting under the Manager. Escrick Pre-school is looking for a highly motivated, experienced, ambitious and passionate Pre-school practitioner to join our small, nurturing and friendly team. Delivering a high quality education whilst having fun and creating lots of valuable memories for all of our families is at the heart of everything we do. Every day is different, and some can be quite challenging, but our great sense of humour always sees us through and makes Escrick Pre-school the special place it is. We are a relatively small setting which operates within Escrick and Deighton Village Hall. We are very lucky to have our own special room with our own enclosed garden too. Previous experience within an early years setting working with children aged 2-4yrs is essential. Escrick Pre-school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Clearance from Disclosure and Barring Service is required upon the appointment of this role. We undertake all relevant checks, as per Working Together to Safeguard Children. Interviews; week of 20th January 2025 Hours; – 23 hours 4 days a week Term Time Only Salary; £12.13 ph, £278.99 pw £12442.95 pa Purpose of this job; To work as a key person and as part of the Pre-school team under the direction of the Pre-school manager and deputy to provide a safe, high quality education and care for young children. Also supporting children with additional needs. Main Duties To assist with the planning of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. To help set up the Pre-school setting on a daily basis and to help clean and tidy away at the end of the session. To assist children at the toilet and change nappies To act as a key person to a small group of children, liaising closely with parents/carers, other professionals and updating their online learning journals via Tapestry, ensuring each child’s needs are recognised and met. To complete 2yr Progress check reports and end of year reports for children who leave to go to school. To plan and implement activities around the children’s needs and interests and complete weekly planning for the setting. To oversee these activities of the children in order to ensure their safety To supervise children at snack and meal times To administer basic first Aid – To undertake paediatric first aid training every 3yrs. To support children’s mental health, fostering an environment where children feel valued and can ask for help if needed To support children’s communication and social skills to help them interact with those around them. To advise the Pre-School Manager of any concerns such as safeguarding or the safety of equipment, preserving confidentiality as necessary. To teach children, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulation. To attend staff meetings – face to face or virtual To attend in-service training courses and meetings as required. To receive verbal feedback and be reflective To keep confidential any information regarding the children, their families or other staff which are required as part of the job. To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the Pre-school Manager, in accordance with the Pre-school’s policies and procedures. To work in strong partnership with the committee, manager, colleagues and other professionals. Personal Specification Essential Criteria: Minimum NVQ level 3 or equivalent. Excellent understanding of child development and the importance of individual children’s needs. Commitment to equal opportunities. Commitment to young children and their families. Friendly, nurturing and fun approach. Willingness to learn and continue personal development. Able to change and adapt to new ways of working. Suitable both mentally and physically, to care for children. . Desirable Criteria; Experience of working in a charity run Pre-school Experience of using an online childhood learning app such as Tapestry / Famly Computer literate Paediatric First Aid Trained – training Food Hygiene Level 2 Trained Up to date with all relevant safeguarding training A DBS check is required for this role. Applicants must be prepared to disclose any convictions they may have and any orders which have been made against them.

Sous Chef Job description PURPOSE OF THE POST: •To motivate and lead a team to serve fresh interesting and nutritious school meals. •To manage the team day to day following school procedures and policies •To make meals within budget and which meet Government and the Schools standards at all times. •To assist in developing a food and cookery curriculum for the school, working on highly aspirational food related projects for the school. •To maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen area. •To undertake day to day supervision of the kitchen team, supported by the Executive Chef Main duties and responsibilities: •Prepare fresh fish, fresh meat, bake fresh breads and pastries. •Prepare meals in accordance with an agreed seasonal 2-week menu cycle and change. •Prepare menu in accordance with the school food standards allowing for allergen issues. •Ensure full adherence to recipes, food presentation standards and portion control. •Ensure team actively engage with pupils on service- encouraging them to try new foods, praising them and fostering a positive food culture •Have a working knowledge of multiple cooking methods and an understanding of correct cooking procedures such as blanching, and refreshing, searing, grilling and steaming •Undertake weekly menu planning ensuring that there is variety in the chosen meals and portion control. •Prepare meals to meet specific dietary and cultural requirements. •Ensure freezer and fridge temperatures logs are maintained on a daily basis. •Be responsible for monitoring of food hygiene and safety measures. •Check supplier delivery notes against orders and report discrepancies. •Undertake stock taking monthly maintaining food stock levels and checking of dates. •Order groceries monthly and other supplies according to the menu. •Maintain a weekly and monthly cleaning regime for all the kitchen equipment. •Take part in meetings and training organised and lead training where required, with support •Check and monitor stock in the kitchen and report excess food items. •Work as part of a team to deliver the best for pupils, which may include setting up the dining area, covering colleague’s duties etc to make sure service is smooth General requirements •Take part in the school’s performance management system. •Enhanced DBS Check. •Strong commitment to furthering equalities in both service delivery and employment practice. •You must promote and safeguard the welfare of children, young and vulnerable people that you are responsible for or come into contact with. •Ability to adhere to staff expectations and policies across the school •Ability to communicate effectively with pupils and staff, creating a culture of teamwork •Ability to use technology to communicate with staff/colleague

Nursery Practitioner Nuffield Health Gloucester FWC | Nursery | Permanent | Full time Up to £25,980.80 per annum, depending on experience 40 hours per week Our Nuffy Bear Day Nursery is seeking a Nursery Practitioner to be based at our Nuffield Health Gloucester Fitness and Wellbeing Club. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will be part of a team who offer full day care, sessional care plus a Pre-School for children aged from 3 months to 5 years. Joining the team as a Nursery Practitioner, you’ll provide care and education while promoting health, and helping children achieve the best possible start in life. We are Ofsted registered and follow the Early Years Foundation Stage. We offer a unique rage of wellbeing focused care for children including swimming lessons for our over 3's, making this a truly unique opportunity. If the smile of a job well done is important to you, joining us as a Nursery Practitioner will give you the chance to learn by working with some of the best. You are to qualified to at least level 3 in childcare studies and have experience to NVQ Level 3 or NNEB. It’s your passion teaching and making a difference, you’ll fit right in with us. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will: - Provide high quality care and education while promoting health and wellbeing. - Help children achieve the best possible start in life. - Support the nursery educators in implementing the EYFS curriculum. - Ensure learning is linked to the child’s development. - Plan for age appropriate activities. - Communicate with Parents/Carers and other external professionals. Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That’s why we’ve developed a benefits package with you in mind. Find your perfect fit with our impressive range of lifestyle and wellbeing rewards, including free gym membership. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what’s important to you. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it’s a good idea to apply right away to ensure you’re considered for this role. It starts with you.