81 Kindergarten Teacher jobs in the United Kingdom

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of developmentally appropriate, child-centred, play-based provision for young children which provides the nurturing environment needed to promote childrens emotional stability, independence, autonomy and creativity.
• Foster positive relationships and close working links with the range of professionals throughout the early childhood structure in order to promote access to wider integrated services for all families and children and support a multi-disciplinary team around the child and family approach. This includes completing and using Early Help Assessments (EHA) and participating in Team around the Child (TAC) meetings where appropriate.
• Develop and maintain a partnership with parents that value their contributions and involves them in their childs education, including support for the home learning environment.
• Providing each child with appropriate care throughout the childs time in the outreach services, in partnership with their parent/carers:
• Develop a strong relationship with each child and parent.
• Help each child to become familiar with and confident in the setting.
• Build relationships with parents, ensuring there are regular opportunities to share information on the childs development at home and in the stay and plays.
• Support childrens development through observation, assessment and planning in partnership with parents/carers and other colleagues.
• Develop and maintain appropriate positive behaviour strategies with children.
• Attend and participate in relevant CPD, share the knowledge and ideas gained with colleagues in the setting and lead on further development in this area if required. Also willing to keep up to date with best early years practice, local and national policy.
• Uphold the principles of good practice in inclusion and equal opportunities in all aspects of the role, supporting early identification and intervention strategies at all times.
• Maintain and contribute to the development and consistent use of systems particularly IT systems for planning, observation, assessment and record-keeping.
• Contribute to the development of relevant policies and procedures.
• Draw on the expertise of colleagues within the setting, and outside agencies to meet the needs of individual children.
• Safeguard children through adherence with local and national safeguarding procedures and engagement with early identification and preventative services.
• To undertake other duties commensurate to the grade of the post.
• Work during times that will promote direct work with families and the community. This will include morning, afternoon, evening and weekend work as required

Educated to at least GCSE or equivalent with C or above in English language.

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in childcare/early years practice with suitable practice placements (e.g. NNEB Certificate, NVQ Level 3 - Childcare/Early Years Care, BTEC Nationals in Childhood Studies or equivalent).
• Substantial post qualifying experience of working with children under 5 in an early year setting.
• Secure knowledge of early childhood development and the importance of early identification and intervention including the range of factors that can inhibit childrens learning and development.
• Understands and delivers flexible, a range of accessible local and community services for children under 5 and their families.
• Demonstrate a knowledge of current developments and issues in the education and care of young children, including those who are vulnerable or disadvantaged.
• Promote an inclusive, stimulating environment that supports childrens learning and well-being, including those with SEND, using effective strategies to meet all areas of development particularly prime areas.
• Demonstrate the ability to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and provide a safe learning environment and recognise when a child is in danger or at risk of abuse.
• Work and communicate effectively with multi-agency teams, contributing to integrated reviews, early help assessments, and support plans such as SEND short-term plans, while supporting policy development.
• Demonstrate the ability to effectively contribute and support staff with the observation, assessment, tracking and planning systems in place.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop effective relationships with parent/carers and support them in promoting their childrens learning and development in the home.
• To have relevant IT skills, be willing to develop these skills as necessary and be familiar with relevant software.
• Demonstrate the ability to relate easily and communicate effectively with children aged birth to 5, listening and responding sensitively.
• High level of written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to analyse data and identify future actions for development.
• Demonstrate the ability to be a role model, lead, develop and support staff and services.

About The Role

We’re looking for passionate people to join our Butlin’s Team.

Working alongside a fantastic team, we will support you every step of the way to ensure you gain the skills and confidence to truly get stuck in.

As a Early Years Educator you will provide an exciting and wide activity programme, assisting in providing a safe, supportive and caring environment to ensure that all aspects of each individual child’s development are given full consideration; ensure that clean and hygienic standards are maintained at all times.

This role covers a 5-day working week over 7 days. 

Being a great team player is essential and you should also enjoy the buzz of a busy environment. No day will ever be the same, so you should be happy to try new things and chat to lots of different people.

Key responsibilities will include maintain and follow all Health and Safety policies and procedures; be proactive in the process of activity planning, child observation and development records on a regular basis; maintain confidentiality about all issues related to children, their families and the business; help and support with day to day care of the children’s routines. 

• Hold an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare with a good knowledge of the EYFS 
• Hold Food Hygiene Level 2 or 3 is an advantage 
• Have good communication skills 
• Have a problem solving attitude 
• Are confident to work on own initiative as necessary, but to be able to work as part of a team both large and small 
• Have the ability to relate to a wide range of people 
• Hold a Paediatric First Aid Certificate is an advantage 

At Butlin’s, we’re all about fun, excitement, and adventure by the bucketload! For over 80 years we’ve been delighting hundreds of thousands of guests each year, whether on a non-stop action family break or our epic Adult only Big Weekenders.

Ask any of our team, past and present, and one of the best things they’ll say about working at Butlin’s is our culture! We’re all about providing our guests with an Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break, brought to life through our three mighty values.
So, if you want a role where you Create Smiles, where you aren’t afraid to Get Stuck In and where the team genuinely Cares For Each Other – this could be the perfect fit for you.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Butlin’s!

About The Role

We’re looking for passionate people to join our Butlin’s Team.

Working alongside a fantastic team, we will support you every step of the way to ensure you gain the skills and confidence to truly get stuck in.

As a Early Years Educator you will provide an exciting and wide activity programme, assisting in providing a safe, supportive and caring environment to ensure that all aspects of each individual child’s development are given full consideration; ensure that clean and hygienic standards are maintained at all times.

This role covers a 5-day working week over 7 days. 

Being a great team player is essential and you should also enjoy the buzz of a busy environment. No day will ever be the same, so you should be happy to try new things and chat to lots of different people.

Key responsibilities will include maintain and follow all Health and Safety policies and procedures; be proactive in the process of activity planning, child observation and development records on a regular basis; maintain confidentiality about all issues related to children, their families and the business; help and support with day to day care of the children’s routines. 

• Hold an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare with a good knowledge of the EYFS 
• Hold Food Hygiene Level 2 or 3 is an advantage 
• Have good communication skills 
• Have a problem solving attitude 
• Are confident to work on own initiative as necessary, but to be able to work as part of a team both large and small 
• Have the ability to relate to a wide range of people 
• Hold a Paediatric First Aid Certificate is an advantage 

At Butlin’s, we’re all about fun, excitement, and adventure by the bucketload! For over 80 years we’ve been delighting hundreds of thousands of guests each year, whether on a non-stop action family break or our epic Adult only Big Weekenders.

Ask any of our team, past and present, and one of the best things they’ll say about working at Butlin’s is our culture! We’re all about providing our guests with an Altogether More Entertaining and Fun Break, brought to life through our three mighty values.
So, if you want a role where you Create Smiles, where you aren’t afraid to Get Stuck In and where the team genuinely Cares For Each Other – this could be the perfect fit for you.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Butlin’s!

Are you passionate about helping young children get the best start in life?

Are you hard-working, creative and eager to join a friendly and welcoming team?

Do you have previous experience working within an Early Years setting?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a lovely private day nursery just on the outskirts of Leeds in LS25. The nursery cares for upwards of 60 children a day, with multiple different rooms set up to cater for the different ages of the children within the setting. The nursery has a clear curriculum in place designed to best support the children throughout their learning and development, with staff there to support each child when needed. The current staff team create strong bonds with the children within the setting, working together to ensure every child has their needs met and settles into nursery routine well.

The nursery are currently searching for an Early Years Educator to join their growing team. The ideal applicant will hold a minimum Level 3 Qualification in Childcare or above, as well as having previous experience working within an Early Years setting.

The successful Early Years Educator will:

• Have previous experience working in an Early Years setting, with a good knowledge of the Early Years Curriculum.
• Be able to provide a minimum of 2 professional references
• Be passionate about working with young children, and eager to join a new team.

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed payment scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

If you are interested in the position of Early Years Educator, then click ‘APPLY NOW ’ and I will be in touch regarding this brilliant opportunity.

EMAIL: (url removed)

CONTACT NUMBER : (phone number removed)

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

• Early Years Educator (Level 3)
• Nursery School
• Full time
• 8.30am - 4.00pm
• Wandsworth
• Start Date: September 2025
• Contract: ongoing

An outstanding nursery school and day nursery in Roehampton are looking for an Early Years Educator (Level 3) to join their school in September on a full-time basis. 

The Role

As an Early Years Educator, you’ll work alongside experienced teachers and early years professionals to support the learning and development of children in a nurturing, play-based environment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and leading a range of play-based learning activities
• Completing observations/reports using software
• Meeting with parents and providing daily/termly updates
• Supporting children with special needs

To apply for this role you must have:

• A Level 3 Early Years qualification (suitable for EYFS ratio requirements)
• Proven Early Years’ experience with strong references
• A warm, enthusiastic, and collaborative approach to working with children
• A professional, committed attitude and willingness to work as part of a team

This is a flexible opportunity to work in either the term-time only nursery school or the year-round day care provision, depending on your availability and preference.

The School
This popular, and highly-respected nursery school is based in Roehampton and is rated ‘outstanding’ by ofsted. The school is part of a federation of schools offering Early Years Education to the borough of Wandsworth and benefits from a welcoming, friendly staff team, led by an established management team. They offer an excellent standard of early years education for pupils with modern facilities with a range of indoor and outdoor learning areas including a forest school.

If this role is of interest, please apply with an up-to-date CV outlining your qualifications and experience in Early Years.

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Location: Southampton

Start Date: Immediate start

Salary: £14-£8 per hour

Passionate about shaping young lives? We’d love to hear from you!

Are you someone who truly cares about making a positive impact on children and their families? If you're looking for a new opportunity where you can thrive, develop, and genuinely make a difference—this could be the perfect role for you!

We’re currently working with a fantastic nursery setting in Southampton  that’s looking to welcome a caring, committed, and enthusiastic Early Years Educator —whether you’re just starting out or already qualified.

The Nursery cares for children aged 0–4 years and prides itself on creating a warm, nurturing, and fun learning environment. The team is passionate about giving every child the best start in life—and they’re looking for someone who shares that vision.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting a welcoming, safe and stimulating environment for little ones
• Building strong, caring relationships with children and their families
• Taking on keyworker responsibilities and supporting children’s individual development
• Working with an experienced and friendly team to keep standards high
• Planning fun and engaging activities around the children’s interests
• Observing, recording and sharing children’s progress with parents and carers

Could this be you?

• Experience in an Early Years setting (essential)
• Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification (preferred, but we’d still love to hear from you if you’re unqualified but passionate!)
• A team player with great communication skills
• A positive, flexible attitude and a genuine love for working with children

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed payment scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Ter and Conditions apply*

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

If you are interested in the position of Early Years Practitioner, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this brilliant opportunity.

EMAIL: (url removed)

CONTACT NUMBER: (phone number removed)

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

Ackerman Pierce Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexuality.

Ackerman Pierce work closely with County Councils and Schools to provide one to one tutoring for children waiting for school placements. The children we are looking to support have a range of additional complex needs and so we are seeking experienced SEN /HLTA's/tutors/teachers.

We are currently recruiting for EYFS Tutors to provide face to face provision to SEND learners based in Lowestoft.

• Location - Lowestoft
• Position - 1:1 Tutor
• Start date - ASAP
• End date (if applicable) - ongoing
• Contract type - Temporary
• Hours - up to 15 hours per week per learner
• Rate of pay - 25 - 30 per hour

We are looking for candidates who are:-

• Available during school hours up to 30 hours per week.
• Experienced in delivering differentiated National Curriculum core subjects.
• Experience teaching young people with a wide range of complex and challenging needs including SEMH/ASC/MLD/SpLD
• Exceptional behaviour management strategies.
• Prepared to work face to face within the community.

Requirements

• Background teaching in English, Maths, Science or SEN classes ranging from KS1-KS5.
• QTS status (or equivalent) or unqualified with two years' experience teaching NC core subjects
• Experience working with ASD/EBD/SEMH and associated complex needs.
• 2 years previous experience working within a UK school.

Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?

We can offer a unique experience within recruitment where you have your own personal consultant who is available 16 hours a day, a DBS fully paid for by Ackerman Pierce and a Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process.

To discuss this fantastic opportunity further or to find out what other exciting opportunities we have in Lowestoft and surrounding areas, please call or email in your updated CV to us today!

Jay - Education Delivery Coordinator - (phone number removed)

Our people are what make our family great. As a proud family-run business, we see childcare as a profession, not just a job. Whether you’re just starting out or are well-established in your childcare career, we’ll always encourage you to take on new opportunities and challenges. We’re passionate about helping our teams grow and be the best they can be! 

Whilst all our settings are different, they all share the same values and ethos; working together to inspire your world. Children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a princess one day to astronaut the next, no two days are ever the same!  

We are currently looking for an Early Years Educator at Kids Planet Kilburn . We have both full time and part time positions available.

Why become an Early Years Educator with Kids Planet Kilburn? 

• p>Close to main access routes and a nursery car park. 

• Large Garden area and spacious rooms. 

• Crowned winners of the NMT Nursery Group of the Year (Large) 2024 award!  

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• Proud to have achieved Great Place to Work Certification 2024/2025. 

What’s in it for you? 

Free breakfast, lunches and healthy snacks including fresh fruit. 

• Accredited training with the KP Academy. 

• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity Fertility and Adoption leave. 

• Regular staff rewards. 

• Team appreciation events. 

• Long service awards. 

• Dedicated wellbeing package. 

• Highly discounted childcare. 

• A day off for your birthday. 

An Early Years Educator at Kids Planet Kilburn gets: 

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Competitive salary. 

• Pension plan. 

• Annual leave including bank holidays. 

• Monday to Friday. 

What an Early Years Educator needs: 

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Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.  

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• Excellent understanding of EYFS. 

• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding. 

We ensure that our pay rates remain competitive and will apply as follows: 

Qualified Early Years Educator - Level 2 – £26,007 per annum 

Qualified Early Years Educator - Level 3 - £26,424 per annum 

Please note that advertised salaries are based on a standard 40-hour work week. If you're contracted to fewer weekly hours, your salary will be adjusted accordingly.  

Like the sound of joining our family? 

Apply today to be an Early Years Educator with Kids Planet Kilburn! 

We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. 

We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self—and flourish! 

Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.