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There are a wide range of Early Years roles available in Hertfordshire and you may choose to work in a nursery or reception provision within a school, or at a standalone nursery school, at a family centre or at a private preschool or day nursery.

Early Years Teachers and Early Years Practitioners may work in schools or in private, voluntary or independent (PVI) settings, including preschools and day care. They work alongside teachers and leaders to support childcare and the learning and development of children aged 0–5. An NVQ Level 3 qualification in early years is mandatory in some posts.

Graduate, qualified EYPs, and those holding the EYT qualification may work as early years specialist teaching assistants in Nursery and Reception classes in maintained schools alongside class teachers and other teaching assistants. The EYT/EYP qualification is not yet recognised as fully qualified teacher status (QTS).

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  • Early Years Deputy Leader/Senco

    Westmill Nursery

    East Hertfordshire District Full time

    Dependant on qualification

    Closing date: 30th May 2025 5:00 PM

    Westmill Nursery is seeking a dedicated and passionate Early Years Deputy Leader/Senco to lead the small team at Westmill and oversee the day-to-day running of our preschool in the absence of the setting Owner/Manager. You will play a crucial role in providing high-quality childcare and ea...

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  • EYFS Teaching and Learning Assistant

    Bengeo Primary School

    East Hertfordshire District Full time

    £24,790 - £25,183H3

    Closing date: 30th May 2025 5:00 PM

    The headteacher and governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Teaching & Learning Assistant to work within Early Years to support the children's learning. This contract is to cover maternity until July 2026, however there is a good chance that another role coul...

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  • Team Leader

    St Augustine's Under 5's

    Broxbourne Borough Full / part time

    £19,000 - £20,000Salary monthly in arrears

    Closing date: 30th May 2025 5:00 PM

    St Augustine’s Under 5s Playgroup are looking for an enthusiastic Team Leader to manage our  small and friendly team committed to providing high quality early years care and education for children. The Under 5s  was awarded an 'Outstanding' Ofsted report in February 2025. As ...

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  • Pre school Practitioner

    Watton-at-Stone Primary and Nursery School

    East Hertfordshire District Part time

    £23,656 - £23,656H1:2 (pro rata)

    Closing date: 30th May 2025 5:00 PM

    Are You a Level 3 Qualified Early Years Practitioner? Join Our Wonderful Team! Watton at Stone Primary and Nursery School is a happy and thriving environment, and our pre-school is a cornerstone of our early years provision. We are experiencing an exciting period of growth, with more children tha...

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  • Early Years Practitioner - Level 2

    Batford Day Care

    St Albans District Full / part time

    Starting hourly rate £12.45

    Closing date: 31st May 2025 5:00 PM

    Batford Day Care are looking for a passionate and experienced early years practitioner to help support our children as we build strong foundations for their life-long learning journey. Our setting has large, well-equipped rooms with an amazing outdoor environment for children to play in and ...

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  • Early Years Practitioner - Level 3

    Batford Day Care

    St Albans District Full / part time

    Starting hourly rate £13.05

    Closing date: 31st May 2025 5:00 PM

    Batford Day Care are looking for a passionate and experienced early years practitioner to help support our children as we build strong foundations for their life-long learning journey. Our setting has large, well-equipped rooms with an amazing outdoor environment for children to play in and ...

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  • Early Years Assistant (Casual Supply Cover)

    Greenfield Nursery School

    The Greenfield and Hurst Drive Federation

    Broxbourne Borough Part time

    £24,027 - £24,790pro rata

    Closing date: 31st May 2025 5:00 PM

    The Greenfield and Hurst Drive Federation consists of two schools: Greenfield Nursery School and Hurst Drive Primary School. They are situated in Waltham Cross in the Borough of Broxbourne, Hertfordshire. We are privileged as a federation to serve children from a rich and diverse local community and...

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  • Full day nanny

    Koru Kids

    No specific district Full time

    Closing date: 31st May 2025 5:00 PM

    Full day professional nanny  With the new year and back to school after Christmas, we have lots of families in the Hertfordshire area who are seeking a dependable and caring full day nanny who lives nearby to help with childcare of their babies, toddlers or pre-schooler on a full time b...

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  • Breakfast and After School Club Assistant Manager

    Jam Childcare

    East Hertfordshire District Full / part time

    £13,750 - £17,000paid monthly on a pro rata basis

    Closing date: 31st May 2025 5:00 PM

    We are excited to be expanding our team and are currently seeking a caring and fun-loving individual with experience working with children. Ideally, you will have a Level 3 childcare qualification, but we also encourage those with a Level 2 qualification to apply, as we offer apprenticeship oppor...

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  • After School Club Manager

    Jam Childcare

    East Hertfordshire District Full / part time

    £12,000 - £15,000paid monthly on a pro rata basis

    Closing date: 31st May 2025 5:00 PM

    We are excited to be expanding our company and are currently seeking qualified and experienced staff to join our management team. Ideally, you will have a Level 3 childcare qualification or higher and experience of working with children. Your main responsibilities would include: Pla...

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