Nursery school jobs in United Kingdom

Job description Level 2 or above Nursery Team members We are looking for a Full Time, Level 2/3 qualified Practitioner to join ourJancett team As an Early Years Educator/Practitioner you will support the room leader and team to build strong parent partnerships, create bonds with the children and explore their love of playing and learning. You will develop and maintain curriculums and enabling environments, to assist in progressive learning opportunities. You'll embrace continuing your professional development with full support from our community. Supporting a positive, professional and honest team culture that works with our innate vision of 'Together we can Inspire, Develop, and Educate all'. About us Did you know, Jancett Childcare is a family run company, operating successfully in Sutton, Surrey for 55 years. We provide community-based childcare for Children aged 0–5 in our Nurseries and 4-11 in our out of school provisions. What Jancett are great at: Welcoming you – to the family. With the correct (and paid) induction process, friendly team members and our supportive buddy system in place. Empowering you – to be the best you can be, through guidance, bespoke training, and qualifications, creating the perfect route to success. Engaging you – by actively listening to your voice and ideas for growth, development, and change. We believe the best ideas and solutions come from our dedicated and creative team members. What we are looking for Committed to the development, care and education of each and every child in our community. Minimum Level 2 Early Years Educator qualification (or other full and relevant Early Years qualification) Understanding that this is an impactful and important profession; the first five years in a child’s life is critical. Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children * What we can offer you: 50% off childcare (including Nursery, Breakfast/After School and Holiday clubs in the local area – with priority booking!) Social Events - Free lunch provided daily for all staff! * Refer a friend bonus up to £250 per referral Access to FREE and FLEXI-PAY in-house training courses and qualifications 24/7 virtual access to a GP – to support you and your family with wellbeing and health. Progressive career opportunities Freedom to join our Innovation team – to come up with more benefits for our teams, because the best ideas always come from our great people! Why work with us? Don’t take our word for it, here is what our new team of Educators say about Jancett Childcare: "I am so happy that I work for Jancett, this is the best job I have ever had, the opportunities are amazing, Thank you all so much. I now skip to work." "I was made to feel so welcomed, the atmosphere was fantastic, and I felt totally at ease" I learned about the visions for the nurseries and how it started, and I was humbled by it. I can also see how the community is benefiting from Jancett and this amazes me. Brilliant, I love the online app, I look forward to all the news we receive I was impressed at how many training courses Jancett have I have found the communication brilliant from the very beginning. I sent Lisa an email from the Jancett about joining the team and promptly heard the very next morning, a call was arranged for later the same day. Lisa then invited me into an interview. At interview I was greeted by the Manager who soon welcomed me into the nursery. The interview proceeded, I had my taster session in the room and was made to feel very welcomed by all the staff in the room. I started my induction training, with Kirsty who once again made me feel welcomed into the setting. Upon arriving at the welcome session to conclude my induction I met Lisa, followed by Kirsty who then introduced me to the company Directors, and they introduced themselves as well. It was a lovely atmosphere in the room with great communication between all. I have honestly found everyone in Jancett absolutely wonderful. It has been a fair time since I have worked in a setting and from the very beginning, I was made to feel welcomed by all. I genuinely love how diverse Jancett are. Thank you to everyone at Jancett and Jace for making my start so comfortable. Further information: Our settings are open 7.30am until 6.30pm. 51 weeks per year. Monday to Friday. We close for a week at Christmas and close for Bank Holidays. Jancett Childcare is committed to promoting Equal Opportunities, Diversity, and Inclusion. Jancett Childcare are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all colleagues to share this commitment. We are extremely vigilant in our recruitment processes, ensuring all those who work with children are appropriate to do so. We follow our safer recruitment policy, including the requirement of an enhanced DBS check and independent references. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £11.50-£12.50 per hour Benefits: Childcare Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday School type: Day nursery Experience: Nursery: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: NVQ level 3 or 2 in child care (required) (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)

Providing creative play, reading, mark-making and storytelling with little ones, supporting early language development, and helping children develop their creativity and imagination. Providing a range of play activities, both indoors and outside, to help children develop, showing planning for different areas of learning and age ranges. Working in partnership with parents to enable the best care as well as working with other childcare professionals and to support both children and their families through changes, transitions as well as supporting their child individual needs, on going learning and development. Picking children from and dropping off at nursery school or their other settings, activities and clubs. Ensuring the children are well looked after, ensure they feel secure, and are safe, warm and well fed. Cooking with and for the children, providing valuable real-life learning experiences and healthy nutritious meals and snacks. Adhering to safeguarding and well-being legislation, and maintaining the integrity professional development practise. Planning, preparation and serving meals based on dietary need.

Job description • Providing creative play, reading, mark-making, and storytelling with little ones, supporting early language development, and helping children develop their creativity and imagination. • Providing enabling environments for children to learn /development and emotional well being. • Providing a range of play activities, both indoors and outside, to help children develop, showing planning for different areas of learning and age ranges. • Picking children from and dropping off at nursery, school or their other settings, activities and clubs. • Work in partnership with parents to enable the best care as well as working with other childcare professionals and to support both children and their families through changes, transitions and to support their child individual needs' ongoing learning and development • Planning preparation and serving meals based on dietary needs. • cooking with and for the children, providing valuable real-life learning experiences and healthy, nutritious meals and snacks • Making sure that the children you are well looked after , feel secure, and are safe, warm and well fed. • Providing various play activities, both indoors and outside, in other to help children develop, showing planning for different areas of learning and age ranges, as well as taking children on outings, for example to the park or to the garden

We are seeking a skilled and motivated commis to join our culinary team. As a commis, you will assist in the preparation and production of high quality dishes in a past pace kitchen. The ideal candidate will be passionate about food and has a strong work ethic and is eager to learn and grow in the culinary industry. We are looking for someone who’s ideally worked in a hospital kitchen preparing food/ nursery/ primary school environment. Responsibilities - Assist in the food preparation and production according to recipes and standards. - Maintain cleanliness and organised kitchen area - Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines - Support the other chefs and senior staff where required. - Take Inventory of ingredients and supplies. - Adhere to all health and Safety Guidelines

We are looking for an organised, experienced and friendly office assistant to work with our Operations Lead to support the operations of our busy Nursery/ Early Years School. Little Jungle is an OFSTED ranked Outstanding Early Years Provider in Peckham / East Dulwich (South East London), working with 85 children each day split across two locations. Typical responsibilities will include: Answering the phone and door Ensuring the smooth running of the office Buying resources Filing and record keeping Managing our suppliers Managing communications to staff and parents Managing petty cash and card payments Supporting with printing and document management Managing our calendar Maintaining our children’s library Booking children's extra day / session bookings Supporting all teams with additional administrative items Supporting the Operations Lead with health and safety matters if required Supporting the Operations Lead to ensure that fire drills checks are conducted and documented Supporting the Operations Lead to carry out staff inductions Supporting the Operations Lead with new admissions management Supporting the Operations Lead with staff scheduling and shift creation Dealing with faults and contacting contractors Who you are: Hold a proven track record of working in similar roles with excellent references Passionate about children and making the world a better place Structured, strong, kind and confident communicator Able to work in a fast paced environment, to deadlines and without compromising on quality Problem solver, able to think on your feet and keen to take on new challenges Take pride in helping others and going the extra mile Have a can do attitude and outgoing character Computer literate, and able to use MS Office confidently Benefits of working at Little Jungle include: Highly competitive salary 28 days annual leave, plus the Christmas, and summer shutdown period, and your birthday day off (works out to around 37 days a year) Ongoing training and development opportunities Social and team building events Free breakfast, lunch, dinner (tea) and refreshments Employer contribution Pension Scheme Bike to work scheme Annual clothing allowance Additional days off and bonus scheme for long-term (over 5 years) service If you have the relevant experience and mindset and want to join a fun and dynamic team to make a difference to children’s’ lives then we look forward to receiving your application. Note: All positions offered are subject to a clear Enhanced DBS and suitable references being obtained. Job Type: Full-time Salary: £27,350.00 per year Benefits: Discounted or free food Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Peckham, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Work Location: In person

Are you ready to ignite young minds and shape the future? We are more than just a nursery; we're a canvas of curiosity, a playground of possibilities, and a garden of growth and are looking for a special and dedicated Early Years Educator to nurture tiny seeds into mighty oaks. Join our vibrant team where every day is an adventure! If this sounds interesting to you then please check out our current vacancy. Duties - Plan and deliver engaging and stimulating activities that promote children's physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development - Create a safe and inclusive learning environment that supports each child's individual needs - Observe and assess children's progress, documenting their achievements and identifying areas for improvement - Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement individualized learning plans for children with special needs or specific learning goals - Foster positive relationships with parents, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns or questions - Maintain accurate records of attendance, incidents, and accidents - Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children in your care - Stay up-to-date with current best practices in early childhood education - Requirements - Minimum of a Level 2/3 Qualification in Childcare and Education is preferred but not essential. - Proven experience working with young children in an educational setting - Knowledge of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to work effectively as part of a team - Strong Knowledge of the EYFS - Current CPR and First Aid certification is preferred but not essential. If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young children and have the necessary qualifications, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

Are you looking for a career in Early Years? We are recruiting for nursery assistants to work within our setting caring for children aged 0-5 years in Great Dunmow. A quick overview of the responsibilities include: -Activities with the children including outdoor play. -Hygiene routines such as toileting and nappy changing. -Supervising mealtimes. -Comforting children and monitoring children while they sleep. -Recording children's progress and their day at nursery. -Working and communicating well as a team. Level 2 and 3 qualifications are preferred, however CPD opportunities are available.

Our clients are looking for a passionate and experienced Pre-School Room leader for their lovely countryside setting in Petersfield. Working 5 days a week, with onsite parking, lunches, and opportunities for further qualifications, including Forest School Leader, salary is c£28k plus loads of great benefits. Apply today for more information and a confidential chat with us, at JEM Childcare, we support candidates in finding the right role for them and we are available with some flexibility outside normal working hours including Saturdays and Sundays to discuss job opportunities with you. Requirements Ideally you will have - Have a minimum Level 3 Qualification or equivalent in Early Years / Childcare - Have at least 2 years' previous experience of working in a Day Nursery - Have at least 1 year's experience of leading and supporting teams - Can inspire, energise and support others - Has a genuine passion and excitement to work with children and helping others learn - Sound knowledge of the latest EYFS framework and regulations - A firm knowledge of Ofsted standards and requirements Benefits A generous Benefits package is being offered which includes - 20 days Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays and with Xmas Closure - Company Pension - Onsite Parking - Lunches​ - Employee Discounted Childcare - Flexibility to work around your life commitments - Recognition and rewards to say thank you for a job well done

The Fountain Pre-school is a new setting based within the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. We are currently recruiting for a dedicated, enthusiastic manager that is willing to lead on this new venture. The Pre-school aims to open in September 2024 and provide a service to Pre-school children aged 2 to 5 years old and their families. The manager’s position will be Full time/ term time only and will start in July 2024, prior to the opening of the Pre-School. We are looking for someone with the following; - Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualification or above, - 2 years’ experience of working in a childcare provision at management level - Sound knowledge of the EYFS and Ofsted statutory guidance - Some management experience preferable - Extensive knowledge of Safeguarding & Child protection - Excellent practice in delivering an early years curriculum - Good understanding of Child development and SEND support - Ability to communicate with children, colleagues, parents and outside agencies, (written and verbally) Main Duties - To lead and support the staff team including students, ensuring that staff are clear about their roles and responsibilities. - The delivery of high-quality childcare and education service to children and parents. - To assist the management with the implementation and review of the company’s policies and procedures. In accordance with staff manual, EYFS, OFSTED regulations and ensure best practices are being delivered at all times. - To have an on-going commitment to continuing professional development and be available for staff development opportunities and training. - Involved in the day-to-day running of the Pre-school. - Recruiting and training staff. - Delivering a high standard of childcare - Provide learning opportunities to support the children’s next stage of their development. - Will be required to inform the parents and carers about the child’s progress and behaviour. - For issues relating to health and safety, safeguarding and ensure that the setting is compliant to EYFS standards. - The manager will play a role in applying for the Government funding, financial operations and preparing the team for upcoming Ofsted inspections. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

We are currently seeking a talented and experienced School Chef to join our team. As a Chef with our company, you will have the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and creativity while contributing to the success of our school. Responsibilities: Lead and oversee all aspects of food preparation, including cooking, plating, and presentation. Develop and create innovative menu items that reflect seasonal ingredients and culinary trends. Ensure consistent food quality and adherence to recipe standards. Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain high standards of cooking techniques and food safety protocols. Manage inventory levels and ordering to minimize waste and ensure freshness of ingredients. Collaborate with management to develop cost-effective menu offerings while maintaining quality and profitability. Monitor kitchen operations to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Requirements: Proven experience as a Chef or Sous Chef. Strong culinary skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines. Creative mindset with the ability to develop and execute new menu ideas. Excellent leadership and communication skills. Ability to work efficiently under pressure and in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations. Culinary degree or equivalent certification is preferred. This position is full time and permanent. You will be required to work Mon-Fri, 7am-3pm, all year round. You will be entitled to 20 days holiday plus bank holidays. Joining our team offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment where passion for food and creativity are valued. If you are a talented Chef looking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply for this position. Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for our team. We look forward to reviewing your application!

St James's Pre-School is a family run business who are passionate about providing quality care for our children. All our staff and children are part of our family, their welfare is our priority and ensuring their happiness is why we love our jobs. We provide a caring and stimulating environment where we support every child to succeed, have confidence and be independent. We are privileged to provide them invaluable skills to support them into Primary School. We are looking for a Nursery Practitioner with ideally a L3 qualification and experience of supporting Key Children to work at our Eden Park setting. Working Monday, Tuesday and Friday between the hours of 12:00 to 3:45pm. We run out of a very large and recently refurbished church hall (with smaller hall) and outdoor spaces with an average of 40+ children between the age of 2-5. You will support the Manager with day to-day running of the room. You will perform an important role caring for children, maintaining a safe high-quality, stimulating learning environment with a mix of educational and role play. You will be a role model with a passion for supporting children to succeed, with excellent communication skills, patient, kind, fun, caring with the ability to implement new ideas, continually improve practice and support the management team. The Role: 1. To contribute to the creation of a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children 2. To be aware of the nursery policies and procedures and ensure these are adhered to 3. To support the Manager to promote welfare of all children in the setting and take part in organising systems to ensure consistent, high-quality care 4. To be vigilant and protect children from harm or abuse, reporting any concerns immediately – in accordance with child protection and whistleblowing policies 5. To use resources effectively 6. To reflect on practice and routines, tailoring them to meet the individual needs of each child throughout the day 7. To support planning and the provision of a stimulating range of age-appropriate activities and ensuring activities are well-resourced and creatively set-up 8. To lead observations and the assessment of children’s learning and development ensuring records are kept up-to-date, are of a high standard and are shared effectively – including Individual Education Plans for children with Special Educational Needs. 9. To develop genuine bonds with your key children and support colleagues to sensitively fulfil their key person responsibilities 10. To work in partnership with all parents/carers, building and maintaining relationships that encourage trust, open communication and involvement in Pre-School life 11. To contribute to the effective recording and resolution of any complaints or investigations, ensuring confidentiality at all times 12. To be professional and a good role model to the children and other staff members, at all times 13. To attend reasonable out-of-working-hours activities, including training, staff meetings, parent’s evenings and special events 14. To encourage, development and support of other staff members by communicating effectively, sharing knowledge and experience. 15. To respect and value all colleagues, children and parents, encouraging a positive and diverse working environment 16. To cooperate and work effectively with the management team, taking on additional responsibilities/duties and positively promoting developments in policies and procedures.