Job Vacancies
Join Our Team
We’re currently recruiting passionate, dedicated individuals to join our vibrant nursery community. If you’re enthusiastic about early years education, committed to nurturing young minds, and thrive in a supportive, values-led environment, we’d love to hear from you. Explore our current vacancies below and discover how you can grow your career while making a meaningful impact every day.
Why Work with Us
Working at Jellytots Nursery means joining a warm, enthusiastic team that’s passionate about early years education and child development. With a strong focus on teamwork, continuous learning, and safeguarding excellence, Jellytots offers a supportive environment where your skills are valued and nurtured.
Annual Leave and Pensions
Annual leave entitlements are clearly structured to ensure fairness and work-life balance. Full-time employees typically receive 28 days of paid holiday per year, inclusive of bank holidays, with pro-rata calculations applied for part-time and term-time staff. We also offer access to the Nest pension scheme, a workplace pension designed to help you save for retirement.
Training and career progression
At Jellytots we’re committed to helping every team member grow professionally and thrive in their role. Staff have access to a wide range of training opportunities and we actively support career progression through structured development plans, mentoring, and opportunities to step into senior roles such as Room Leader, Deputy Manager, or beyond.
Staff Facilities
Jellytots Nursery offers a welcoming and well-equipped environment designed to support both children and staff. On-site facilities include a private car park, a comfortable staff room where team members can relax and recharge, these amenities reflect our commitment to creating a safe, supportive, and professional setting where everyone feels valued and cared for.
Safeguarding and compliance
At Jellytots Nursery, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We follow robust safer recruitment practices to ensure that every staff member, volunteer, and visitor is suitable to work with children. This includes thorough pre-employment checks, enhanced DBS screening, and values-based interviews that explore candidates’ attitudes toward child protection.
Current Vacancies
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Room Leader - Level 3 Full TimeList Item 1
We’re looking for a confident, nurturing Room Leader to join our passionate team and lead a vibrant early years room. You’ll be responsible for creating a warm, stimulating environment where children thrive, while supporting and inspiring your team to deliver outstanding care and learning. This role combines hands-on practice with leadership, planning, and key person responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead daily routines and activities in line with EYFS
- Support staff development and wellbeing within your room
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety, and record-keeping
- Build strong partnerships with families and contribute to the nursery’s ethos
Requirements:
- Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or equivalent)
- Previous experience in a nursery setting
- Strong communication and team leadership skills
- A genuine passion for child development and inclusive practice
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L2 or 3 Nursery Practitioner - Full TimeList Item 2
We’re seeking a caring, enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join our dedicated team and help create a safe, inspiring environment where children can flourish. You’ll play a key role in supporting children’s learning and development through play, observation, and meaningful interactions, while working closely with families and colleagues to uphold our nursery’s ethos of fairness, wellbeing, and excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality care and learning in line with the EYFS
- Act as a key person, building strong relationships with children and families
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to planning and assessments
- Support a positive, inclusive team culture and uphold safeguarding standards
Requirements:
- Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or equivalent)
- A genuine passion for working with young children
- Good communication skills and a proactive, team-focused attitude
