Kids Planet is an independent, family run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK. 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 Rope Green Farm as an Early Years Teacher! We're now looking for a Qualified Early Years Teacher to join our team, someone who's ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Rope Green Farm? Large outdoor spaces with a wide range of nature-based activities Peaceful, nurturing atmosphere that enhances every child's learning Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 Crowned NMT's...

Role Overview: Join Our Busy Bees Family - Start Your Career in Early Years Today! Apply today to join us on our June, September or October learning cohorts. 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...

Join the Arriva TrainCare Team as a Warranty Quality Engineer Organisation - Arriva TrainCare (ATC) Location – Crewe with some UK travel expected. Contract – Fixed Term for 4 months Working Hours – 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8am-4pm About Us: At Arriva TrainCare we provide high quality overhaul, maintenance and servicing of passenger rolling stock, locomotives, freight wagons and track plant. We operate throughout the UK from six strategic locations – Crewe, Bristol, Eastleigh, Cambridge, Tyne Yard and Scarborough. Arriva TrainCare is part of Arriva, you’ll be part of a professional team with these core behaviours at heart; •    We care passionately •    We do the right thing •    We make the difference Benefits include 26 days annual leave plus standard UK bank holidays, pension, life and healthcare cover, Arriva UK Trains Travel Pass, Cycle to Work scheme and Arriva Village retailer discount scheme.  The Role: This is a...

Are you an experienced Project Engineer who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges? Do you take pride in delivering high‑quality work that keeps vital rail services moving across the UK? Are you ready to contribute to projects that truly make a difference? If your answer is yes, then your next journey starts right here at Arriva TrainCare . 📄 Permanent ⏰ 37.5 hours, Monday–Friday 💷 Starting salary £46,533.19 — increases when fully competent    About Us: At Arriva TrainCare we provide high quality overhaul, maintenance and servicing of passenger rolling stock, locomotives, freight wagons and track plant. We operate throughout the UK from six strategic locations – Crewe, Bristol, Eastleigh, Cambridge, Tyne Yard and Scarborough. You will be part of a professional team with these core behaviours at heart; We care passionately We do the right thing We make the difference ⭐ Benefits at Arriva TrainCare 25 days annual leave...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Clairmont Salary – £12.75/hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location – Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 6EG 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 an Early Years Assistant Lunch Cover to join our Clairmont Nursery. Our Benefits Childcare discount of 40% for first child* Enhanced parental leave 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave* Pension Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach Shift options: 15 hours over 5...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Tytherington Salary – Starting from £28,072.90 FTE per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Tytherington Business Park, Macclesfield SK10 2XA 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 an Early Years Practitioner to join our Tytherington Nursery 30 hours/week. The correct candidate for this role will have experience in working with children who have special educational needs. The role requires providing 121 activities and the candidate will have ability to build up strong relationships with the children and their families. Our Benefits Childcare discount of 50% for first child* Enhanced parental leave 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and...

Nursery –   Bright Horizons Tytherington Salary   – from £28,072 - £32,000 FTE (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location   – Tytherington Business Park, Macclesfield SK10 2XA 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 an Early Years Practitioner to join our Tytherington Nursery. Our Benefits · £28,072+ FTE per annum · £750 Welcome Bonus after successful probation (prorata based on hours, £750 for 40 hours) · Childcare discount of 50% for first child* · Enhanced parental leave · 31 days annual leave, including Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave* · Pension · Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Tytherington Salary – £13.50+/hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location – Tytherington Business Park, Macclesfield SK10 2XA 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 flexible working practitioner to join our Bright Flex / Bank team at our Tytherington Nursery. Our Benefits £13.50+/hour Childcare discount of 40% for first child* Enhanced parental leave Pension Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach *Subject to T&Cs The Role Working as part of our Bright Flex / Bank...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Tytherington Salary – Starting from £13.50/hour (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Tytherington Business Park, Macclesfield SK10 2XA 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 an Early Years Practitioner to join our Tytherington Nursery 20 hours/week for midday lunch cover. Our Benefits Childcare discount of 50% for first child* Enhanced parental leave 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave* Pension Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more Professional development programme access for every stage of your career,...

Nursery –   Bright Horizons Clairmont Salary   – from £28,072+ (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location   – Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 6EG 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.” Bright Horizons Clairmont Day Nursery and Preschool in Wilmslow offers an exceptional working environment for early years professionals. Rated   Outstanding   by Ofsted, the nursery provides care for children aged 3 months to 5 years in six well-equipped rooms, each tailored to specific age groups. The Clairmont setting is conveniently located near Wilmslow and Alderley Edge train stations, with an onsite car park for easy drop-offs and commuting. Whether you're traveling by train or car, the nursery’s location on Gravel Lane...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Clairmont Salary – from £29,612+ per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 6EG 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 Room Leader to join our Clairmont Nursery Our Benefits Childcare discount of 50% for first child Enhanced parental leave 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave* Pension Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach Shift options: 40 hours over...

With the ongoing successful growth of Kids Planet Day Nurseries Training Academy, we are pleased to announce we are looking to recruit an experienced & qualified Tutor/Assessor with solid occupational experience within the Early Years sector to deliver Apprenticeship standards up to level 5 including Functional Skills up to level 2 and CPD training primarily. We have various roles across the United Kingdom. Our head office is based in Knutsford, and occasional travel will be required for training and meetings. (Expenses paid) Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following: • Assess and support learners across early years employers working towards Apprenticeships in Early Years Childcare up to level 3 (and ideally Level 5). This will include delivering face to face, online group and 1:1 tutorials at selected settings • Observing learners in their setting to gather evidence towards their Apprenticeship • Planning and implementing initial assessments...

Kids Planet is an independent, family run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK. With the ongoing successful growth of Kids Planet Day Nurseries Training Academy, we are pleased to announce we are looking to recruit an experienced & qualified Tutor/Assessor with solid occupational experience within the Early Years sector to deliver Apprenticeship standards up to level 5 including Functional Skills up to level 2 and CPD training primarily. This role will be based in the Midlands Area. Our head office is based in Knutsford and occasional travel will be required for training and meetings. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following: • Assess and support learners across early years employers working towards Apprenticeships in Early Years Childcare up to level 3 (and ideally Level 5). This will include delivering face to face, online group and 1:1 tutorials at selected settings • Observing learners in their...

Materials Controller Location: Crewe Salary: £31,521 Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off Days (07 00) About the Opportunity Ford & Stanley are excited to be partnering with our client at their Crewe Vehicle Maintenance Facility to recruit a Materials Controller for this exciting and business-critical opportunity. Following a recent merger and a period of significant investment and transformation, the organisation is continuing to strengthen and modernise its materials and supply chain operations. This role offers the opportunity to become part of a growing and forward-thinking team that is committed to driving continuous improvement, operational excellence, and best-in-class materials management practices. As a Materials Controller, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient flow, control, and availability of materials across the facility, directly supporting maintenance and operational activities. Working within a fast-paced environment, you will be...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. 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...

Kids Planet is an independent, family run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK. Purpose of job: The Exam Secretary plays a pivotal part in our apprenticeship provision. The postholder will be the first line of response for queries about our apprenticeship exams and will undertake a range of administrative responsibilities to support our provision. Main responsibilities Working as part of the Apprenticeships Team This will include use of internal and external systems to manage apprenticeships, supporting compliance and contracting and communicating with several external and external stakeholders. Including IQAs, Apprenticeship Compliance and MIS manager Liaising with staff in other departments and with external contacts, by various methods such face to face, email and telephone Managing the examination preparation process. This includes preparing examination timetables for apprentices and staff; creating seating plans for...

Kids Planet is an independent, family run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK. 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 Prestbury as a Senior Early Years Educator! We're now looking for a Senior Early Years Educator to join our team, someone who's ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Prestbury? We have a forest school for all ages Designated staff parking Unique and spacious rooms, each with their own garden Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 Crowned NMT's Large...

Registered Children's Home Manager Location: Stoke-on-Trent Salary: Up to 55,000 (dependent on experience) Bonus: Up to 8,500 per year Relocation Package: Available for the right candidate Make a Real Difference Are you a passionate leader with a commitment to improving the lives of children and young people? Do you want to work for an organisation that genuinely transforms lives? Esland is looking for an experienced and dedicated Registered Children's Home Manager to lead one of our high-quality Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) children's homes. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact by providing exceptional care, strong leadership, and a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive. At Esland, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, and we are committed to delivering outstanding residential care that supports positive outcomes. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the day-to-day...

Technical Production Operator (SMT) Location: Congleton, CW12 1UW Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract: Initial 6-month assignment with the possibility of extension or rolling contracts (subject to business requirements) Pay Rate: 15.18 per hour Shift Pattern Rotating Double Days (must be able to work both shifts): 06:00 - 14:00 14:00 - 22:00 Technical Production Operator (SMT) Are you looking to build a career in advanced manufacturing and develop valuable technical skills within a high-tech production environment? We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic Technical Production Operators to join our manufacturing team in Congleton. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with technology, machinery, and problem-solving, while gaining hands-on experience within a globally recognised manufacturing organisation. Working within our Surface Mount Technology (SMT) department, you will play a key...