Role Overview: Join Our Busy Bees Family – Start Your Career in Early Years Today! Are you passionate about working with children and ready to begin a rewarding career in the Early Years sector? At Busy Bees, the UK’s leading nursery group, we’re looking for enthusiastic, caring individuals to join us as Early Years Apprentices . Whether you’re taking your first step into childcare or looking to grow your skills, this is your chance to learn, develop, and make a real difference every day.   Why Choose a Busy Bees Apprenticeship? As an Apprentice, you will: Work alongside experienced, inspiring Early Years professionals Receive dedicated support and mentoring throughout your qualification Take part in bespoke Learning & Development courses Be regularly visited by your Development Coach for feedback and guidance Gain the skills, confidence, and experience needed for a long-term career in childcare Our apprentices are valued members of the team — you won't just...

Nursery Practitioners Level 2 / Level 3 Northampton Up to £13.45 per hour Full-Time or Part-Time Opportunities Available We are currently working with a well-established nursery in Northampton that is looking to recruit Level 2 and Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioners to join their team. This is a great opportunity for early years professionals who are passionate about providing high-quality childcare and education in a supportive environment that values its staff. The organisation has received Great Place to Work certification and places a strong focus on team wellbeing and professional development. Benefits Our client offers an excellent benefits package including: Recommend a Friend Scheme with a cash bonus for successful referrals Generous childcare discount 31 days annual leave (FTE) including bank holidays Additional 3 days annual leave over the Christmas period Wellbeing Day an extra paid day off Employee benefits portal with discounts at hundreds of...

MPV Driver We are looking for a number of experienced, reliable and friendly drivers to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working a schedule that fits around other commitments. The Role You will be responsible for safely transporting passengers on set routes and, occasionally, supporting school trips. Your primary duties will include: Safe and timely collection and drop-off of passengers. Conducting pre-journey vehicle checks (PCV) on the Vectare app. Maintaining a professional and courteous manner with all passengers. Adhering to all traffic laws and company safety policies. We currently have shifts for the following periods: 06:00 - 08:30, 15:15 - 18:00 and 17.15 - 19.00, Monday - Friday term time only. Additional driving work for school trips may also be available outside of the core commuting hours. To apply for this role, you must hold a valid, clean UK driving licence. You will be excellent at timekeeping and will...

Up to £45,000 This is a remote based role providing online learning Those huge small victories We are the highest Ofsted-rated provider in the country for special education and care. As we expand our offer through our innovative Inclusion Services online provision, we remain driven by the same belief, that even the smallest positive changes in our young people matter. Our teams are fulfilled by those huge small victories, whether that's a learner re-engaging with education online, building confidence in a subject they once avoided, or taking meaningful steps towards reintegration and positive outcomes. For children and young people with complex needs, the level of care and education we provide must go above and beyond. That's what drives us here at Witherslack Group. Through our high staff-to-child ratios, in-house clinical teams and now our flexible, high-quality digital provision for pupils who cannot access mainstream education, we're proud to have built...

Up to £45,000 This is a remote based role providing online learning Those huge small victories We are the highest Ofsted-rated provider in the country for special education and care. As we expand our offer through our innovative Inclusion Services online provision, we remain driven by the same belief, that even the smallest positive changes in our young people matter. Our teams are fulfilled by those huge small victories, whether that's a learner re-engaging with education online, building confidence in a subject they once avoided, or taking meaningful steps towards reintegration and positive outcomes. For children and young people with complex needs, the level of care and education we provide must go above and beyond. That's what drives us here at Witherslack Group. Through our high staff-to-child ratios, in-house clinical teams and now our flexible, high-quality digital provision for pupils who cannot access mainstream education, we're proud to have built a...

Up to £45,000 This is a remote based role providing online learning Those huge small victories We are the highest Ofsted-rated provider in the country for special education and care. As we expand our offer through our innovative Inclusion Services online provision, we remain driven by the same belief that even the smallest positive changes in our young people matter. Our teams are fulfilled by those huge small victories, whether that's a learner re-engaging with education online, building confidence in a subject they once avoided, or taking meaningful steps towards reintegration and positive outcomes. For children and young people with complex needs, the level of care and education we provide must go above and beyond. That's what drives us here at Witherslack Group. Through our high staff-to-child ratios, in-house clinical teams and now our flexible, high-quality digital provision for pupils who cannot access mainstream education, we're proud to have built a...

£37,602 - £45,426 (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based at Avon Park School, as well as supporting the OT provision in the area. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer...

Male Teaching Assistant Location: NorthamptonContract: Temp-to-PermAgency: Aspire PeopleStart Date: ASAPAspire People are seeking a male Teaching Assistant to join the supportive team at an incredible SEMH school located in Northampton. Due to specific student care needs, this role requires a male member of staff - this constitutes a Genuine Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010.About the RoleYou will be working with children and young people with additional needs, providing: 1:1 and small-group support Behavioural and emotional regulation assistance Classroom support alongside teachers Help with daily routines and pastoral careWhat we're looking for Experience working with children or young people (school, care, SEN, or similar) Patience, resilience, and a supportive nature Ability to build strong, positive relationships Willingness to work as part of a multidisciplinary team Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)Who are Aspire People? Aspire People is the UK's...

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Northampton Location: Northampton Agency: Tradewind Recruitment Setting: SEMH & SEN School (Primary & Secondary) Are you an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant looking to take the next step in your career? Tradewind Recruitment is working closely with one of our valued partner SEMH and SEN schools in Northampton, supporting pupils across both primary and secondary age ranges. This rewarding role involves supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, as well as a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), including ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and associated behavioural challenges. As an HLTA, you will deliver planned interventions, lead small group sessions, provide targeted 1:1 support, and occasionally cover whole classes in the absence of the teacher. The ideal candidate will: Hold HLTA status or equivalent experience Have strong behaviour management skills...

We are looking for: SEN & SEMH Teaching AssistantsLocation: NorthamptonPosition Type: Full-Time. Permanent and Temporary Roles AvailableSalary: Competitive, Dependent on ExperienceStart Date: ASAPAspire People are currently seeking passionate and dedicated SEN & SEMH Teaching Assistants to join schools in the Northampton area. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs (SEN) and/or social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges, we want to hear from you!About Aspire People:At Aspire People, we are committed to matching the best education talent with schools that provide outstanding support for both students and staff. We work with a variety of educational settings, including mainstream, SEND, and alternative provisions, and are proud of the lasting impact we make on our local communities.The Role:As an SEN & SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will be working closely with children who need...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you passionate about working with children and eager to start your career in early childhood education? As an Early Years Assistant (Unqualified) at Busy Bees, you’ll gain valuable experience in a dynamic environment while helping children grow and develop. This role is perfect for anyone eager to learn and grow in their professional journey, with ongoing support and training to help you succeed in the early years sector. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part...

Package Description: We are seeking an enthusiastic committed professional to join us as a Primary Teacher for our client school in central Northampton. The ideal candidate will be required to offer 3 days in the week (flexible on days) to fulfill this position. The school are happy to wait for the right candidate to start in March or ideally April 2026. The successful candidate will: Plan and teach lessons, working with small groups and individual students for all core subjects, English, Maths & Science. Prepare teaching materials, take registers and write reports Help students develop confidence, independence and encourage them to learn Manage behaviour, mark work and talk to parents and carers about their children's progress Our ideal candidate will have: A committed and passionate view of students with SEND At least one years' experience minimum of working in a primary school environment It is a must that you hold QTS/QTLS (please do...

Are you a qualified and experienced primary teacher with proven experience teaching within Key Stage 1? Do you have strong classroom management skills and confidence in planning and assessing across mixed-age classes? We are seeking an experienced and qualified class teacher to join one of our welcoming primary schools for the Summer Term, teaching a mixed Year 1 and Year 2 class. This role will commence from April until July and is a long-term supply opportunity, with flexibility for an earlier start for the right candidate. We are keen to hear from teachers who: Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Have experience teaching within primary education (EYFS, KS1 or KS2) Are confident in managing a classroom and delivering engaging lessons Are adaptable, reliable, and passionate about supporting children's learning ECTs and experienced teachers are all encouraged to apply The role will involve you teaching a mixed Year 1 & Year 2 class, 4 days per week which will be...

New Job Opportunity Job:  Procurement Manager Location:  Northamptonshire Type:   Hybrid / Full Time / Permanent / 37.50 hours per week Salary: From £45k per annum This role requires you to work in our HO in Northampton a minimum of 1-2 days per week Closing Date 30/3/26 or sooner if the right candidate is offered Purpose of Role: Leading Procurement categories, working with business stakeholders to develop long term strategies to deliver quality, value, and service. Through category management develop strong supplier relationships to deliver innovation, compliance, cost benefits and mitigate risk.  Build strong and meaningful stakeholder and supplier relationships to drive high performance of the 3rd party supply base to maximise quality, value and standards within our business. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Provide leadership to the business on all procurement related activity within portfolio Develop and implement category strategies...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery  Join Busy Bees at our Northampton Spinney Hill nursery, where we have an Ofsted...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment...

Inclusion Support Practitioner - Secondary School Location: Northampton Start Date: March 2026 Contract: Full-Time Long-Term Potential for Permanent Placement Salary: Competitive (based on experience) Do you believe every young person deserves to feel seen, supported, and included in their education? Several inclusive and forward-thinking secondary schools across Northampton are seeking to appoint dedicated Inclusion Support Practitioners from March 2026. These schools serve diverse student communities, including pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, autism, and those at risk of disengagement or exclusion. This is a high-impact, student-facing role-perfect for someone passionate about inclusion, resilience, and restoring confidence in learners facing barriers to education. Your Role Will Include: Working 1:1 or in small groups to support students with additional needs or challenging behaviour Delivering tailored interventions...

Up to £53,835 + Excellent Benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You'll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you're really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you'll get all the support you need to...

Up to £53,835 + Excellent Benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You'll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you're really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you'll get all the support you need to...

Nursery: Bright Horizons Wooldale Day Nursery and Preschool Salary: Starting from £28,392.00 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location: Wootton, Northampton, NN4 Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Pre-school Room Leader to join our Bright Horizons Wooldale Nursery, situated in the village of Wootton in Northampton. The nursery is proudly Ofsted rated 'Good' and offers great transport links with it being just off of the A45 and close to Junction 15 on the M1. Regular bus routes operate nearby and the nursery offers on-site parking. Our Benefits Childcare discount of 50% for first child Enhanced parental leave 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid...