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23/10/2026

🌟🧸 EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONERS WANTED – BOREHAMWOOD, HERTFORDSHIRE! 🧸🌟

📍 Location: Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
💷 Salary: Up to £14 per hour (DOE and qualifications)
📅 Contract: Permanent
⏰ Hours: Full Time or Part-Time Afternoons (until 6pm)
🎓 Qualification: Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years

We're looking for enthusiastic, caring and qualified Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Practitioners to join a wonderful nursery team in Borehamwood!

Whether you're looking for a full-time position or part-time afternoon hours finishing at 6pm, this could be just the opportunity you've been waiting for!

🌈 LITTLE MOMENTS. BIG DIFFERENCES.

Every day brings an opportunity to spark curiosity, encourage independence and help young children grow in confidence.

You'll be part of a welcoming nursery team where you can:

✅ Create fun, engaging and stimulating learning experiences
✅ Support children's development through play and exploration
✅ Help little learners reach important milestones
✅ Build positive relationships with children and families
✅ Make a genuine difference during those all-important early years

🎓 WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

✔️ Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification
✔️ At least 1 year's post-qualification nursery experience
✔️ Good knowledge of the EYFS framework
✔️ A caring, positive and enthusiastic approach
✔️ A genuine passion for helping children learn and thrive

💖 A REWARDING ROLE, A SUPPORTIVE TEAM AND HOURS TO SUIT DIFFERENT SCHEDULES!

If you're ready to bring your energy, creativity and enthusiasm to a nursery where your contribution really matters, we'd love to hear from you!

Find out more and apply: https://buff.ly/ItZJI9f

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Contract: Permanent

22/10/2026

🌳🍃 FOREST SCHOOL LEAD – NURSERY – LEWISHAM, LONDON 🍃🌳

🌟 SWAP FOUR WALLS FOR FRESH AIR, ADVENTURE & OUTDOOR LEARNING! 🌟

📍 Location: Lewisham, London
💷 Salary: Competitive – up to £15 (pay period to be confirmed)
📅 Contract: Permanent
⏰ Hours: Full Time
🌳 Setting: Nursery

Do you believe some of the best learning happens outside the classroom?

We're looking for an enthusiastic and creative Level 3 Forest School Leader to join a busy, welcoming nursery team in Lewisham!

If you love inspiring young children to explore nature, build confidence, discover new skills and develop a lifelong love of the outdoors, this could be your perfect next career move! 🌿

🍂 YOUR ROLE – INSPIRE, EXPLORE, DISCOVER!

You'll create exciting outdoor learning experiences that encourage curiosity, independence and creativity, while helping children develop essential skills through hands-on adventures.

✅ Plan and deliver inspiring Forest School sessions
✅ Encourage exploration, teamwork and problem-solving
✅ Create safe, inclusive and stimulating outdoor learning environments
✅ Support children's confidence, wellbeing and development
✅ Bring the EYFS curriculum to life through nature-based activities

🎓 WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

✔️ Level 3 Forest School Leader qualification
✔️ Level 3 Early Years qualification
✔️ At least 2 years' experience in Forest School or outdoor education
✔️ Good knowledge of the EYFS and outdoor learning safety
✔️ A creative, enthusiastic and child-centred approach

🌱 HELP LITTLE EXPLORERS GROW INTO CONFIDENT LEARNERS!

This is a fantastic opportunity to combine your passion for early years education with your love of the outdoors, making every day an adventure for the children in your care.

Find out more and apply: https://buff.ly/z5cJcFl

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Contract: Permanent

21/10/2026

🌿 MONTESSORI DEPUTY NURSERY MANAGER – DORKING, SURREY 🌿

⭐ 4 DAYS A WEEK | 38 WEEKS A YEAR | PERMANENT ROLE ⭐

📍 Location: Dorking, Surrey
💷 Salary: Competitive
📅 Contract: Permanent
⏰ Hours: Full or Part Time – up to 4 days per week
🌿 Working Year: Just 38 weeks!

An exciting leadership opportunity with a working pattern that stands out!

Are you an experienced Montessori professional ready to take the next step in your career?

We're looking for a passionate, confident and inspiring Deputy Nursery Manager to join an innovative Montessori nursery in Dorking, Surrey.

This is your chance to make a real impact on children's early education while enjoying a fantastic balance between work and personal life.

💫 WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

✅ Supporting the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery
✅ Leading, mentoring and motivating the early years team
✅ Championing Montessori principles and child-led learning
✅ Maintaining exceptional standards of care, education and safeguarding
✅ Creating an environment where children feel confident, valued and inspired to learn

🎓 WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

✔️ Level 3 Montessori qualification (or equivalent)
✔️ MACTE accreditation
✔️ Minimum 3 years' leadership or supervisory experience in an early years setting
✔️ Excellent communication and organisational skills
✔️ A genuine passion for Montessori education and helping young children thrive

❤️ LOVE WHAT YOU DO. INSPIRE OTHERS. MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

If you're ready for a rewarding leadership role where your Montessori expertise will be valued, we want to hear from you!

Find out more and apply: https://buff.ly/DvICWgq

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19/10/2026

🚨 WE'RE HIRING! NURSERY MANAGER – LEICESTER! 🚨

🌟 EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO LEAD A BRAND-NEW NURSERY! 🌟

📍 Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
📋 Contract: Permanent
⏰ Hours: Full-time – 40 hours per week
💷 Salary: £15 per hour (dependent on education and experience)

ARE YOU READY TO BUILD SOMETHING SPECIAL FROM THE GROUND UP?

We're looking for an experienced, ambitious and hands-on Nursery Manager to take the lead at a brand-new nursery in Leicester.

This is more than just a management position. It's an opportunity to help shape a new nursery, build and inspire your own team, develop strong relationships with families and create a warm, welcoming environment where children can flourish.

Working closely with the Nursery Director, you'll take responsibility for both the educational and business aspects of running a successful nursery.

❤️ WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

✅ Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification
✅ Proven leadership or supervisory experience in a nursery setting
✅ Excellent understanding of the EYFS and Ofsted requirements
✅ Confidence in recruiting, developing and motivating a team
✅ Experience managing nursery occupancy, budgets and resources
✅ Strong organisational, communication and decision-making skills
✅ A genuine passion for delivering outstanding Early Years education

✨ WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY STANDS OUT

🌟 Brand-new nursery – help establish its culture, values and standards from the outset
🌟 Leadership opportunity – recruit, develop and inspire a high-performing team
🌟 Real influence – shape the curriculum, learning environment and nursery operations
🌟 Business responsibility – oversee occupancy, budgets and nursery performance
🌟 Family-focused approach – build lasting relationships with parents and the local community

🎯 READY FOR YOUR NEXT BIG CHALLENGE?

If you're a confident, commercially aware Nursery Manager who loves being hands-on with children and staff, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for!

HELP BUILD A NURSERY WHERE CHILDREN, FAMILIES AND STAFF CAN THRIVE! ❤️

🔗 FIND OUT MORE AND APPLY: https://buff.ly/AYE57Ab

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Type: Permanent,

18/10/2026

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17/10/2026

🚨 WE'RE HIRING! DEPUTY NURSERY MANAGER – COLCHESTER, ESSEX! 🚨

🌟 EXPERIENCED EARLY YEARS LEADER? READY TO MAKE YOUR NEXT CAREER MOVE? 🌟

📍 Location: Colchester, Essex
📋 Contract: Permanent
⏰ Hours: Full-time – 40 hours per week
💷 Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)

Are you an experienced Room Leader, Third in Charge or Deputy Manager looking for an exciting new challenge?

We're recruiting a confident, motivated and dedicated Deputy Nursery Manager to help lead a nursery in Colchester.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a varied and rewarding leadership role, working closely with the Nursery Manager to inspire a team, maintain exceptional standards of childcare and education, and create an environment where children and staff can thrive.

❤️ WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

✅ Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (or recognised equivalent)
✅ At least 3 years' leadership or supervisory experience in a nursery or preschool setting
✅ Strong understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding and nursery compliance
✅ Confidence in leading, mentoring and developing staff
✅ Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills
✅ A proactive, professional approach and a genuine passion for Early Years education

✨ WHY APPLY?

🌟 Competitive salary of up to £32,000 per annum
🌟 Permanent, full-time leadership position
🌟 Opportunity to influence nursery operations and educational standards
🌟 Varied responsibilities across team leadership, curriculum development and nursery management
🌟 Opportunity to build on your existing leadership experience and develop your management career

🎯 READY TO STEP UP?

If you're an experienced Early Years leader who enjoys supporting staff, building positive relationships with families and making a real difference to children's early development, we'd love to hear from you!

🔗 FIND OUT MORE AND APPLY: https://buff.ly/VmFgZtn

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Type: Permanent

16/10/2026

🚨 WE'RE HIRING! TODDLER ROOM LEADER – HENLEY-ON-THAMES! 🚨

📍 Location: Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
📋 Contract: Permanent
⏰ Hours: Full-time – 40 hours per week
💷 Salary: £28,500 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Are you an experienced Early Years professional with a passion for supporting toddlers through those all-important early stages of development?

We're recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic Toddler Room Leader to join an established, friendly and supportive nursery in Henley-on-Thames.

This is a fantastic opportunity to put your leadership skills to work, inspire a team of practitioners and create a nurturing, stimulating environment where little ones can learn, explore and thrive!

❤️ WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

✅ Level 3 Early Years qualification (or recognised equivalent)
✅ At least 2 years' experience working with toddlers in a leadership or supervisory role
✅ Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework
✅ Confidence in leading, mentoring and supporting a nursery team
✅ Excellent communication and organisational skills
✅ A genuine passion for early childhood development

🎯 LOOKING TO PROGRESS FURTHER?

For experienced candidates, there may also be the opportunity to take on additional Third-in-Charge (3IC) responsibilities, offering an exciting next step in your nursery leadership career!

✨ WHAT'S ON OFFER?

🌟 Salary of £28,500 per annum
🌟 Discounted childcare
🌟 Recommend a Friend Scheme
🌟 Signing bonus after successful completion of probation
🌟 Team social events
🌟 Friendly and supportive working environment
🌟 Potential for additional leadership responsibilities

YOUR LEADERSHIP COULD MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE TO LITTLE LIVES! ❤️

🔗 FIND OUT MORE AND APPLY: https://buff.ly/21prynJ

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Contract: Permanent

15/10/2026

🚨 WE'RE HIRING! LEVEL 2 & LEVEL 3 EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONERS – LUTON! 🚨

🌟 FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME? FIND THE HOURS THAT WORK FOR YOU! 🌟

📍 Location: Luton, Bedfordshire
📋 Contract: Permanent
⏰ Hours: Full-time & part-time opportunities – negotiable hours
💷 Salary: Up to £29,000 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)

❤️ LOVE WORKING WITH CHILDREN? WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU!

We're recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Level 2 and Level 3 Early Years Practitioners to join an established, busy and welcoming nursery in Luton.

Whether you're looking for a full-time position or part-time hours to fit around your other commitments, this could be the perfect opportunity to take the next step in your Early Years career!

You'll be helping little ones learn, explore and develop their confidence in a nurturing environment, supported by a friendly and collaborative nursery team.

❤️ WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

✅ Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or recognised equivalent)
✅ Good understanding of the EYFS framework
✅ A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach
✅ Strong teamwork and communication skills
✅ A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development

✨ WHY APPLY?

🌟 Competitive salary of up to £29,000 per annum
🌟 Permanent employment
🌟 Full-time and part-time opportunities
🌟 Negotiable working hours to suit different schedules
🌟 Friendly, supportive nursery environment
🌟 Opportunities to develop your skills and experience

YOUR PASSION CAN MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE TO LITTLE LIVES! ❤️

🔗 FIND OUT MORE AND APPLY: https://buff.ly/PMz3SGY

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Contract: Permanent

14/10/2026

🚨 LEVEL 3 NURSERY PRACTITIONERS WANTED – BARNET! 🚨

💷 Salary: Up to £14.00 per hour
📍 Location: Barnet, North London
📅 Contract: Permanent
⏰ Hours: Full Time

❤️ Love working with little ones? Ready for your next career move?

We're recruiting passionate, enthusiastic and qualified Level 3 Early Years Practitioners to join a warm, welcoming and supportive nursery team in Barnet, North London!

If you love helping children learn, grow and thrive, and want to make a real difference during their most important early years, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

🌟 WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

✅ Recognised Level 3 Early Years qualification
✅ Good understanding of the EYFS framework
✅ Excellent communication and teamwork skills
✅ A caring, positive and hands-on approach
✅ Previous nursery experience (2 years desirable)
✅ A genuine passion for supporting children's development

FIND OUT MORE AND APPLY:

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Contract: Permanent,

14/10/2026

🚨 WE'RE HIRING! THIRD IN CHARGE – MONTESSORI NURSERY – WANDSWORTH! 🚨

🌟 READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP IN YOUR EARLY YEARS LEADERSHIP CAREER? 🌟

📍 Location: Wandsworth, South West London
📋 Contract: Permanent
⏰ Hours: 4 or 5 days per week
💷 Salary: Up to £29,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Are you an experienced Room Leader or Early Years professional ready for more responsibility?

We're recruiting a passionate and motivated Third in Charge (3IC) to join an established, friendly and supportive Montessori nursery in Wandsworth.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your leadership career while continuing to work directly with children, helping them learn, grow and thrive in a nurturing, child-centred environment.

❤️ WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

✅ At least 2 years' leadership or supervisory experience in an Early Years setting
✅ A relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
✅ Strong understanding of the EYFS and safeguarding requirements
✅ Confidence in leading, mentoring and supporting a nursery team
✅ Excellent communication and organisational skills
✅ A genuine passion for child-led learning and early childhood development

🌱 MONTESSORI EXPERIENCE? GREAT! BUT NOT ESSENTIAL!

If you're enthusiastic about alternative approaches to early education and keen to develop your knowledge, we'd love to hear from you.

✨ WHY APPLY?

You'll be joining a welcoming Montessori nursery where you'll play a key role in supporting the management team, leading your own room and maintaining exceptional standards of childcare and education.

With a choice of 4 or 5 working days per week, this is an excellent opportunity to progress your career in a supportive environment.

🔗 FIND OUT MORE AND APPLY: https://buff.ly/6dpIIfv

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Contract: Permanent