Nursery Nurse & Early Years Practitioner Job Vacancies in or near East Midlands Nurseries

Posted 22 hours ago Nursery Educator

Derby, Derbyshire 

Rosehill Day Nursery
  • Full Time or Part Time
  • £26,500 – £27,100 per annum

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Nursery Nurses to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education and childcare, with a passion for nurturing and supporting the development of young children. As a Nursery Nurse, you will play a vital role in creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for children to thrive. Duties Provide high-quality...

Posted 06 Feb 2026 Qualified Nursery Practitioner

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire 

Edwalton Day Nursery (Nottingham)
  • Full Time
  • £26,208-£29,702.40 per annum (pro-rata)
  • £12.60 – £14.28 per hour

Posted 06 Feb 2026 Early Years Educator

Swadlincote, Derbyshire 

Kids Planet Donisthorpe
  • Full Time
  • Competitive, depending on experience
  • £26,007 – £26,424 per annum

Posted 06 Feb 2026 Nursery Practioner

Lincoln, Lincolnshire 

Paper Moon Day Nursery - Doddington Park
  • Full Time
  • £25,438

Paper Moon Nurseries – Level 3 Practitioner (Doddington Park) Are you passionate about giving children the best start in life? At Paper Moon Nurseries, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional childcare in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. We are now looking for a qualified Level 3 Practitioner to join our friendly and dedicated team at our 70-place nursery in Doddington Park, Lincoln...

Posted 06 Feb 2026 Nursery Practioner

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire 

Paper Moon Day Nursery - Compton Acres
  • Full Time
  • £25,542

Paper Moon Nurseries – Level 3 Practitioner (Compton Acres) Are you passionate about giving children the best start in life? At Paper Moon Nurseries, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional childcare in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. We are now looking for a qualified Level 3 Practitioner to join our friendly and dedicated team at our 70-place nursery in Compton Acres About the...

Posted 06 Feb 2026 Nursery Practioner

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire 

Paper Moon Day Nursery - Gamston
  • Full Time
  • 25542
  • £25,542 per annum

Paper Moon Nurseries – Level 3 Practitioner (Gamston) Are you passionate about giving children the best start in life? At Paper Moon Nurseries, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional childcare in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. We are now looking for a qualified Level 3 Practitioner to join our friendly and dedicated team at our 70-place nursery in Gamston. About the Role As a...

Posted 06 Feb 2026 Nursery Practioner

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire 

Paper Moon Day Nursery - Gamston
  • Full Time
  • 25542
  • £25,542 per annum

Paper Moon Nurseries – Level 3 Practitioner (Gamston) Are you passionate about giving children the best start in life? At Paper Moon Nurseries, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional childcare in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. We are now looking for a qualified Level 3 Practitioner to join our friendly and dedicated team at our 70-place nursery in Gamston. About the Role As a...

Posted 05 Feb 2026 Early Years Educator

Kettering, Northamptonshire 

Kids Planet Thrapston
  • Full Time
  • Competitive, depending on experience
  • £26,007 – £26,424 per annum

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Thrapston as an...

Posted 03 Feb 2026 Nursery Practitioner

Ilkeston, Derbyshire 

Magic Roundabout Nurseries Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £25400 - £27500 Per Annum | 12.21 - 13.22 Per Hour

At Magic Roundabout Nurseries (MRN), we don’t just provide childcare – we create a safe, joyful, and inspiring environment where children thrive and professionals grow. We’re a well-established nursery group with 30+ years of experience, and our newly opened, Ofsted-registered Ilkeston nursery is purpose-built for 65 children. It reflects MRN’s long-standing values of child-led learning, strong safeguarding,...

Posted 02 Feb 2026 Early Years Educator

Kettering, Northamptonshire 

Kids Planet Kettering
  • Full Time
  • £26,007 – £26,424 per annum

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Kettering as an...

Posted 02 Feb 2026 Early Years Educator

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire 

Kids Planet Sherwood
  • Full Time
  • Competitive, depending on experience
  • £26,007 – £26,424 per annum

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Sherwood as an...

Posted 02 Feb 2026 Nursery Apprentice

Leicester, Leicestershire 

Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate
  • Apprenticeship

We are looking for an apprentice Nursery Nurse/practitioner looking to train for a Level 2 or 3 in Childcare, to join our amazing team of educators at Nursery Rhymes. Now apart from all the usual paperwork, knowledge of legislation's, confidence etc you MUST HAVE the following to even think about applying... * You must have a warm smiling face that makes every child feel special. * You must be able...

Posted 01 Feb 2026 Early Years Practitioner (Nursery Nurse)

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire 

Serendipitys Day Nurseries
  • Full Time
  • £21,242 – £27,170 per annum

Due to an increase in demand, our outstanding Bingham nursery is filling up fast, therefore we need both Level 2 and Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners (Nursery Nurse). We care about our staff as much as we care about our children. We aspire to grow our nursery and our staff will grow with it. Serendipity’s are a well established nursery chain with over 22 years experience where we promise...

Posted 01 Feb 2026 Early Years Practitioner (Nursery Nurse)

Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire 

Serendipitys Day Nurseries
  • Full Time
  • £19,565 – £26,832 per annum

Due to an increase in demand, our fantastic Newark nursery is filling up fast, therefore we need a Level 2 or 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner (Nursery Nurse). Our ideal candidate is looking for a challenging role, we care about our staff as much as we care about our children. We aspire to grow our nursery and our staff will grow with it. Serendipity’s are a well established nursery chain with...

Posted 31 Jan 2026 Nursery Practitioner

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire 

Magic Roundabout Nursery Lenton
  • Full Time
  • £23795 - £27500 Per Annum | 12.21 - 13.22 Per Hour

At Magic Roundabout Nurseries (MRN), we don’t just provide childcare - we create a safe, joyful, and inspiring environment where children thrive and professionals grow. We’re a well-established nursery group with 30+ years of experience, and our newly opened, Ofsted-registered Lenton nursery is built to accommodate 126 children, designed to the highest standards and reflecting MRN’s commitment to...

Posted 31 Jan 2026 Nursery Practitioner

Southwell, Nottinghamshire 

Children's House Nursery
  • Full Time or Part Time

We are looking for another superstar to join our family of staff Must be able to travel to Southwell NG25 0ET Are you enthusiastic, dedicated, fun and able to deliver outstanding childcare?

Posted 30 Jan 2026 Nursery Practitioner (Level 3 Early Years) – Hinckley

Hinckley, Leicestershire 

Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley
  • Full Time
  • £13.40 - £13.40 hourly

Nursery Practitioner (Level 3 Early Years) – Hinckley Location: Shooting Stars Nursery, Hinckley, LE10 1AD Salary: £13.40 per hour Contract Type: Full-time | 40 hours/week | Monday to Friday (part time hours considered) Hours: 7:30am–6:00pm | All year round | Closed on bank holidays Start the New Year with a Role That Makes a Difference Are you a passionate, motivated Level 3 Early Years Practitioner...

Posted 30 Jan 2026 Early Years Educator

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire 

Kids Planet Lowdham
  • Full Time
  • Competitive, depending on experience
  • £26,007 – £26,424 per annum

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Lowdham as an Early...

Posted 30 Jan 2026 Nursery Practitioner - Level 2

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire 

Small People Ltd
  • Full Time
  • £12.56 - £13.80 hourly

Small People Nursery Hours: Perm | 40 hours per week | Monday – Friday Level 2 Practitioner - £12.56 p/h or Level 3 Practitioner - £13.80 p/h We value the dedication and expertise of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our appreciation for their (and hopefully your) hard work and commitment, we're excited to offer a £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus to all of our Level 3 Practitioners across all...

Posted 30 Jan 2026 Early Years Educator

Northampton, Northamptonshire 

Kids Planet Duston
  • Full Time
  • Competitive, depending on experience
  • £26,007 – £26,424 per annum

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Duston as an Early...

Posted 30 Jan 2026 Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

Leicester, Leicestershire 

Nursery Rhymes - Stoneygate
  • Full Time
  • £19,500 – £20,500 per annum

We are looking for a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Nurse to join our great team of Early Years Educators at our Award Winning Nursery. Now apart from all the usual paperwork, knowledge of legislation's, confidence etc you MUST HAVE the following to even think about applying... * You must have a warm smiling face that makes every child feel special. * You must be able to laugh at jokes...

Posted 29 Jan 2026 Nursery Practitioner

Leicester, Leicestershire 

Smiles Day Nursery
  • Full Time
  • Birthday Bonus & Employee of the Month Award Bonus
  • £23,800 – £24,700 per annum

We're Hiring! Full-Time Nursery Practitioner Location: Smiles Nurseries Ltd, Sapcote, Leicester Hours: Full-Time Salary: Competitive, with staff perks and plenty of smiles! Do you have buckets of energy, a big heart, and a natural love for children? Are you the kind of person who can turn a rainy day into a mini adventure with just a storybook and a cardboard box? Then we want YOU to join our vibrant...

Posted 29 Jan 2026 Qualified Child Care Practitioner

Worksop, Nottinghamshire 

Child First Welbeck
  • Full Time
  • Depending on experience and hours

Set in the middle of 5000 acres of the stunning historical Welbeck estate with our own Magical outdoor and indoor spaces. Our whole family of childcare specialists are individually talented and brilliant, but as a team we are second to none. We are building a variety of talents that recognise that children need encouragement and support - not instruction; that applauds their talents. DUE TO OUR CONTINUED...

Posted 28 Jan 2026 Early Years Educator

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire 

Kids Planet Carrington
  • Full Time
  • Competitive, depending on experience
  • £26,007 – £26,424 per annum

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Carrington as an...

Posted 28 Jan 2026 Early Years Educator

Chesterfield, Derbyshire 

Kids Planet Brampton
  • Full Time
  • Competitive, depending on experience
  • £25,714 – £25,923 per annum

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Brampton as an...

Posted 28 Jan 2026 Nursery Practitioner (Level 3)

Leicester, Leicestershire 

Tangent House Day Nursery
  • Full Time or Part Time
  • Excellent salary (negotiable). Paid overtime.

Job Description The enthusiastic delivery of top quality childcare. Providing a safe environment for children. Children's learning and development. Daily, weekly and monthly checks around the nursery. Meal preparation. Developing and maintaining good relationships with local schools and the community. Taking children on trips. Supporting children’s behaviour and acting as a role model. Ensuring the...

Posted 27 Jan 2026 Early Years Educator

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire 

Kids Planet Lowdham
  • Full Time
  • £26,007 – £26,424 per annum

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Lowdham as an Early...

Posted 27 Jan 2026 Nursery Practitioner

Leicester, Leicestershire 

St George's Nursery Group
  • Full Time
  • £12.27 – £12.43 per hour

Nursery Practitioner (Level 2/3) About Us At St George’s Nursery, we believe in giving every child the very best start in life. Our nurseries are vibrant, inclusive spaces where children are encouraged to learn through play, and staff are supported to achieve their potential. The Role We are seeking caring and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioners at Level 2 or Level 3 to join our team. As a key worker,...

Posted 27 Jan 2026 Nursery Practitioner

Northampton, Northamptonshire 

Clarecroft Day Nursery
  • Full Time
  • £12.21 – £13.50 per hour

Nursery Practitioner required for Busy Village Day Nursery Monday to Friday for 38 hours per week over 4 days Applicants must have an understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and how to implement this Work effectively as part of a team A qualification in Early Years level 2 or 3 and at least a year experience working in early years in preferred We are committed to safeguarding and successful...

Posted 26 Jan 2026 Early Years Educator

Hinckley, Leicestershire 

Kids Planet Burbage
  • Full Time
  • Competitive, depending on experience
  • £26,007 – £26,424 per annum

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Burbage as an Early...