Little Pickles Nursery

05/09/2026

We’re hiring at Little Pickles Nursery (Halstead)!
We’re looking for a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our family‑run team. This role is available as one full‑time position, or as a job share between two part‑time practitioners.

You’ll be mainly based in our Babies Room, so experience with babies is essential. Flexibility to support other age groups is important too.

💷 Salary based on age & experience
📍 Halstead, Essex

If you’re caring, enthusiastic and passionate about early years, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information please click the link below.

📩 Apply at: https://www.littlepicklesnurseryessex.co.uk/take-a-tour/join-our-team/

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01/05/2026

Little Pickles Nursery Halstead
⭐️ Early Years Practitioners ⭐️
We are looking for the following roles:
Qualified Part time level 3 Early Years Practitioners.
7.45-1.00 or 1.00-6.00 pm shifts available
7.45-6.00 pm shifts available


Are you passionate about early years care and ready to make a difference in little lives? Our private, 53 place, family-run nursery is looking for well experienced and passionate practitioners to join our warm and supportive team.

About us…

We are a full day care nursery with four different rooms providing exemplary practice to children aged 0-5 years. We are open all year round, only closing on bank holidays and between Christmas and New Year.

We are proud to be a ‘Curiosity Approach’ setting and as a small, close-knit team, we prioritise creating a safe, engaging, and loving environment that promotes curiosity, awe and wonder in all of our children.

What we are looking for….

🌟 Candidates must hold a UK recognised early years qualification, and have an excellent understanding of the EYFS and Safeguarding.
🌟 Passionate, caring individuals who will share our values of safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.
🌟 Team players who will thrive in a small, caring, family-oriented setting.

What we offer….

🌟 Attractive salary based on experience and qualifications.
🌟 A supportive and friendly working environment.
🌟 Be part of a family-run business where you are valued and appreciated.
🌟 Monthly/yearly staff rewards.
🌟 Paid DBS & Paediatric First Aid.
🌟 Company pension scheme.
🌟 30% childcare discount.
🌟 Ongoing professional development training with full access to interactive online courses.
🌟 Paid overtime or TOIL
🌟 Christmas closure (minimum 10 consecutive days)
🌟 Complimetary breakfast every Friday!

If you have the qualifications and passion for early childhood development and are looking for a fulfilling and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today by sending an up to date CV to [email protected] and take the next step in your childcare career with us.

Successful applicants will need to provide evidence of any qualifications essential to the role, undertake a DBS check and provide satisfactory references, prior to commencing employment with us.

We can’t wait to hear from you!

Clare, Julie and Team xx

01/05/2026

Little Pickles Nursery Halstead
⭐️ Early Years Practitioners ⭐️
We are looking for the following roles:
Qualified Part time level 3 Early Years Practitioners.
7.45-1.00 or 1.00-6.00 pm shifts available
7.45-6.00 pm shifts available

Are you passionate about early years care and ready to make a difference in little lives? Our private, 53 place, family-run nursery is looking for well experienced and passionate practitioners to join our warm and supportive team.

About us…

We are a full day care nursery with four different rooms providing exemplary practice to children aged 0-5 years. We are open all year round, only closing on bank holidays and between Christmas and New Year.

We are proud to be a ‘Curiosity Approach’ setting and as a small, close-knit team, we prioritise creating a safe, engaging, and loving environment that promotes curiosity, awe and wonder in all of our children.

What we are looking for….

🌟 Candidates must hold a UK recognised early years qualification, and have an excellent understanding of the EYFS and Safeguarding.
🌟 Passionate, caring individuals who will share our values of safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.
🌟 Team players who will thrive in a small, caring, family-oriented setting.

What we offer….

🌟 Attractive salary based on experience and qualifications.
🌟 A supportive and friendly working environment.
🌟 Be part of a family-run business where you are valued and appreciated.
🌟 Monthly/yearly staff rewards.
🌟 Paid DBS & Paediatric First Aid.
🌟 Company pension scheme.
🌟 30% childcare discount.
🌟 Ongoing professional development training with full access to interactive online courses.
🌟 Paid overtime or TOIL
🌟 Christmas closure (minimum 10 consecutive days)
🌟 Complimetary breakfast every Friday!

If you have the qualifications and passion for early childhood development and are looking for a fulfilling and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today by sending an up to date CV to [email protected] and take the next step in your childcare career with us.

Successful applicants will need to provide evidence of any qualifications essential to the role, undertake a DBS check and provide satisfactory references, prior to commencing employment with us.

We can’t wait to hear from you!

Clare, Julie and Team xx

26/03/2026

📣 WE ARE HIRING!! 📣

🎉🎉 Vacancy available! 🎉🎉

* A full time Level 3 Nursery Practitioner (2-3 year room)

Are you passionate about early years care and ready to make a difference in little lives? Our private, 53 place, family-run nursery is looking for well experienced and passionate practitioners to join our warm and supportive team.

About us…

We are a full day care nursery with four different rooms providing exemplary practice to children aged 0-5 years. We are open all year round, only closing on bank holidays and between Christmas and New Year.

We are proud to be a ‘Curiosity Approach’ setting and as a small, close-knit team, we prioritise creating a safe, engaging, and loving environment that promotes curiosity, awe and wonder in all of our children.

What we are looking for….

🌟 A qualified Level 3 Practitioner to work full time 7:45am - 6pm with an hours lunch break in our 2-3 year room.

🌟 The candidates must hold a UK recognised early years qualification, and have an excellent understanding of the EYFS and Safeguarding.
🌟 Passionate, caring individuals who will share our values of safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.
🌟 Team players who will thrive in a small, caring, family-oriented setting.

What we offer….

🌟 Attractive salary based on experience and qualifications.
🌟 A supportive and friendly working environment.
🌟 Be part of a family-run business where you are valued and appreciated.
🌟 Monthly/yearly staff rewards.
🌟 Paid DBS & Paediatric First Aid.
🌟 Company pension scheme.
🌟 30% childcare discount.
🌟 Ongoing professional development training with full access to interactive online courses.
🌟 Paid overtime or TOIL
🌟 Christmas closure (minimum 10 consecutive days)
🌟 Complimetary breakfast every Friday!

If you have the qualifications and passion for early childhood development and are looking for a fulfilling and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today by sending an up to date CV to [email protected] and take the next step in your childcare career with us.

Successful applicants will need to provide evidence of any qualifications essential to the role, undertake a DBS check and provide satisfactory references, prior to commencing employment with us.

We can’t wait to hear from you!

Clare, Julie and Team xx

30/10/2025

📣 WE ARE HIRING!! 📣

🎉🎉 Vacancies available! 🎉🎉

* A full time Level 3 Room Leader (2-3 year room)

* A full time Level 3 Nursery Practitioner (2-3 year room)

Are you passionate about early years care and ready to make a difference in little lives? Our private, 53 place, family-run nursery is looking for well experienced and passionate practitioners to join our warm and supportive team.

About us…

We are a full day care nursery with four different rooms providing exemplary practice to children aged 0-5 years. We are open all year round, only closing on bank holidays and between Christmas and New Year.

We are proud to be a ‘Curiosity Approach’ setting and as a small, close-knit team, we prioritise creating a safe, engaging, and loving environment that promotes curiosity, awe and wonder in all of our children.

What we are looking for….

🌟 We are currently looking for a Room Leader for our Tiny Pickles Class (2-3 years). Candidates will need to have at least two years experience working in Early Years. This is a full time position working 7:45am-6pm Monday-Friday, with an hours lunch break.

🌟 A qualified Level 3 Practitioner to work full time 7:45am - 6pm with an hours lunch break in our 2-3 year room.

🌟 The qualified candidates must hold a UK recognised early years qualification, and have an excellent understanding of the EYFS and Safeguarding.
🌟 Passionate, caring individuals who will share our values of safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.
🌟 Team players who will thrive in a small, caring, family-oriented setting.

What we offer….

🌟 Attractive salary based on experience and qualifications.
🌟 A supportive and friendly working environment.
🌟 Be part of a family-run business where you are valued and appreciated.
🌟 Monthly/yearly staff rewards.
🌟 Paid DBS & Paediatric First Aid.
🌟 Company pension scheme.
🌟 30% childcare discount.
🌟 Ongoing professional development training with full access to interactive online courses.
🌟 Paid overtime or TOIL
🌟 Christmas closure (minimum 10 consecutive days)
🌟 Complimetary breakfast every Friday!

If you have the qualifications and passion for early childhood development and are looking for a fulfilling and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today by sending an up to date CV to [email protected] and take the next step in your childcare career with us.

Successful applicants will need to provide evidence of any qualifications essential to the role, undertake a DBS check and provide satisfactory references, prior to commencing employment with us.

We can’t wait to hear from you!

Clare, Julie and Team xx

07/07/2025

🌟 COOK VACANCY AT LITTLE PICKLES 🌟

Do you love children and creating beautiful food in equal quantities? Or know someone that does? Then please get in touch!! We’d love to hear from you 😃

Unfortunately, due to personal and unforeseen circumstances, we are sadly having to say goodbye to our lovely cook Lucy 🥺

So we are now on the lookout for someone special to take her place ❤️

What we’re looking for…

We are looking for an experienced cook who is confident to prepare healthy hot lunches, and finger food tea’s for up to 53 children per day, catering for their allergies/dietary requirements. The candidate will need to adhere to a three weekly rota menu that changes termly, devise new menus for the forthcoming term, and maintain high levels of cleanliness in all aspects of their work. We have maintained the rating of 5 stars for our food hygiene for many years now and we would like to keep it that way ☺️

Working hours required…

We can be fairly flexible with the start and finish times as long as 5.25 hours are worked and all jobs are completed in the time period between 8:45am and 2:30pm Monday - Friday all year round. Please note the successful candidate will be expected to work all year with the exception of bank holidays and in between Christmas and New Year, when we close. Pay will be dependent on level of experience and age.

If you feel you have a flair for food teamed with lots of passion and enthusiasm, then please get in touch.

Come and join our truly fabulous and growing team and become part of our Pickles family 💙

We are an equal opportunities employer, however, due to the nature of the role, the successful applicant must be able to undertake a clear enhanced DBS check and have satisfactory references.

Please send your CV to Clare and Julie on [email protected].

Closing date 17th July 2025

Many thanks 😊

28/05/2025

📣 WE ARE HIRING!! 📣

🎉🎉 Vacancies available! 🎉🎉

* A full time Pre-Reception Class Room Leader (3-5 years room) & Deputy Manager.

* A full time Level 3 Nursery Practitioner (2-3 year room)

* A part time (Mondays only) Level 2 (preferable but not essential) or unqualified Nursery Practitioner (16-24 month room)

Are you passionate about early years care and ready to make a difference in little lives? Our private, 53 place, family-run nursery is looking for well experienced and passionate practitioners to join our warm and supportive team.

About us…

We are a full day care nursery with four different rooms providing exemplary practice to children aged 0-5 years. We are open all year round, only closing on bank holidays and between Christmas and New Year.

We are proud to be a ‘Curiosity Approach’ setting and as a small, close-knit team, we prioritise creating a safe, engaging, and loving environment that promotes curiosity, awe and wonder in all of our children.

What we are looking for….

🌟 We are currently looking for a Room Leader for our Pre-Reception Class (3-5 years), with the exciting addition of the Deputy Nursery Manager role also! This role would suit someone who wants to make the move from room leader to a more senior role. This is a full time position working 7:45am-6pm Monday-Friday, with an hours lunch break.

🌟 A qualified Level 3 Practitioner to work full time 7:45am - 6pm with an hours lunch break in our 2-3 year room.

🌟 A qualified Level 2 (preferable but not essential) or unqualified practitioner to work Mondays 7:45am-6pm with an hours lunch break in our 16-24 month room. Although no formal qualifications are required, experience in early years settings is beneficial.

🌟 The qualified candidates must hold a UK recognised early years qualification, and have an excellent understanding of the EYFS and Safeguarding.
🌟 Passionate, caring individuals who will share our values of safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.
🌟 Team players who will thrive in a small, caring, family-oriented setting.

What we offer….

🌟 Attractive salary based on experience and qualifications.
🌟 A supportive and friendly working environment.
🌟 Be part of a family-run business where you are valued and appreciated.
🌟 Monthly/yearly staff rewards.
🌟 Paid DBS & Paediatric First Aid.
🌟 Company pension scheme.
🌟 30% childcare discount.
🌟 Ongoing professional development training with full access to interactive online courses.
🌟 Paid overtime or TOIL
🌟 Christmas closure (minimum 10 consecutive days)
🌟 Complimetary breakfast every Friday!

If you have the qualifications and passion for early childhood development and are looking for a fulfilling and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today by sending an up to date CV to [email protected] and take the next step in your childcare career with us.

Successful applicants will need to provide evidence of any qualifications essential to the role, undertake a DBS check and provide satisfactory references, prior to commencing employment with us.

We can’t wait to hear from you!

Clare, Julie and Team xx

19/05/2025

📣 WE ARE HIRING!! 📣

🎉🎉 Vacancies available! 🎉🎉

* A full time Pre-Reception Class Room Leader (3-5 years) & Deputy Manager.

* A part time (3 days per week) Level 3 Nursery Practitioner.

* A part time (2 days per week) Level 2/3 Nursery Practitioner.

* A part time (Mondays only) Level 2 (preferable but not essential) or unqualified Nursery Practitioner.

Are you passionate about early years care and ready to make a difference in little lives? Our private, 53 place, family-run nursery is looking for a well experienced and passionate practitioner to join our warm and supportive team.

About us…

We are a full day care nursery with four different rooms providing exemplary practice to children aged 0-5 years. We are open all year round, only closing on bank holidays and between Christmas and New Year.

We are proud to be a ‘Curiosity Approach’ setting and as a small, close-knit team, we prioritise creating a safe, engaging, and loving environment that promotes curiosity, awe and wonder in all of our children.

What we are looking for….

🌟 We are currently looking for a Room Leader for our Pre-Reception Class (3-5 years), with the exciting addition of the Deputy Nursery Manager role also! This role would suit someone who wants to make the move from room leader to a more senior role. This is a full time position working 7:45am-6pm Monday-Friday, with an hours lunch break.
🌟 A qualified Level 3 Practitioner to work part time 7:45am - 6pm, 2 days per week (Tues & Fri) with an hours lunch break in our 2-3 year room.
🌟 A qualified Level 2/3 Practitioner to work part time 7:45am-6pm, 2 days per week (Mon & Tues) in our Pre Reception Class (3-5 years).
🌟 A qualified Level 2 (preferable but not essential) or unqualified practitioner to work Mondays 7:45am-6pm with an hours lunch break in our 16-24 months room. Although no formal qualifications are required, experience in early years settings is beneficial.

🌟 The candidates must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification, and have an excellent understanding of the EYFS and Safeguarding.
🌟 Leadership experience within a nursery setting.
🌟 Passionate, caring individuals who will share our values of safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.
🌟 Team players who will thrive in a small, caring, family-oriented setting.

What we offer….

🌟 Attractive salary based on experience and qualifications.
🌟 A supportive and friendly working environment.
🌟 Be part of a family-run business where you are valued and appreciated.
🌟 Monthly/yearly staff rewards.
🌟 Paid DBS & Paediatric First Aid.
🌟 Company pension scheme.
🌟 30% childcare discount.
🌟 Ongoing professional development training with full access to interactive online courses.
🌟 Paid overtime or TOIL
🌟 Christmas closure (minimum 10 consecutive days)
🌟 Complimetary breakfast every Friday!

If you have the qualifications and passion for early childhood development and are looking for a fulfilling and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today by sending an up to date CV to [email protected] and take the next step in your childcare career with us.

Successful applicants will need to provide evidence of any qualifications essential to the role, undertake a DBS check and provide satisfactory references, prior to commencing employment with us.

We can’t wait to hear from you!

Clare, Julie and Team xx

19/04/2025

📣 WE ARE HIRING!! 📣

🎉🎉 Two vacancies available! 🎉🎉

* A full time Pre-Reception Class Room Leader (3-5 years) & Deputy Manager.

* A part time (2-3 days per week) Level 3 Practitioner.

Are you passionate about early years care and ready to make a difference in little lives? Our private, 53 place, family-run nursery is looking for a well experienced and passionate practitioner to join our warm and supportive team.

About us…

We are a full day care nursery with four different rooms providing exemplary practice to children aged 0-5 years. We are proud to be a ‘Curiosity Approach’ setting and as a small, close-knit team, we prioritise creating a safe, engaging, and loving environment that promotes curiosity, awe and wonder in all of our children.

What we are looking for….

🌟 We are currently looking for a Room Leader for our Pre-Reception Class (3-5 years), with the exciting addition of the Deputy Nursery Manager role also! This role would suit someone who wants to make the move from room leader to a more senior role. This is a full time position working 7:45am-6pm Monday-Friday, with an hours lunch break.
🌟 A qualified Level 3 Practitioner to work part time 7:45am - 6pm, 2-3 days per week with an hours lunch break.
🌟 The candidates must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification, and have an excellent understanding of the EYFS and Safeguarding.
🌟 Leadership experience within a nursery setting.
🌟 Passionate, caring individuals who will share our values of safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.
🌟 Team players who will thrive in a small, caring, family-oriented setting.

What we offer….

🌟 Attractive salary based on experience and qualifications.
🌟 A supportive and friendly working environment.
🌟 Be part of a family-run business where you are valued and appreciated.
🌟 Monthly/yearly staff rewards.
🌟 Paid DBS & Paediatric First Aid.
🌟 Company pension scheme.
🌟 30% childcare discount.
🌟 Ongoing professional development training with full access to interactive online courses.
🌟 Paid overtime or TOIL
🌟 Christmas closure (minimum 10 consecutive days)

If you have the qualifications and passion for early childhood development and are looking for a fulfilling and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today by sending an up to date CV to [email protected] and take the next step in your childcare career with us.

Successful applicants will need to provide evidence of any qualifications essential to the role, undertake a DBS check and provide satisfactory references, prior to commencing employment with us.

We can’t wait to hear from you!

Clare, Julie and Team xx

26/03/2025

📣 WE ARE HIRING!! 📣

🎉🎉 Two vacancies available! 🎉🎉

* A Pre-Reception Class Room Leader (3-5 years)/Deputy Manager

* A qualified Level 3 Practitioner

Are you passionate about early years care and ready to make a difference in little lives? Our private, 53 place, family-run nursery is looking for a well experienced and passionate practitioner to join our warm and supportive team.

About us…

We are a full day care nursery with four different rooms providing exemplary practice to children aged 0-5 years. We are proud to be a ‘Curiosity Approach’ setting and as a small, close-knit team, we prioritise creating a safe, engaging, and loving environment that promotes curiosity, awe and wonder in all of our children.

What we are looking for….

🌟 We are currently looking for a Room Leader for our Pre-Reception Class (3-5 years), with the scope to possibly take on a Deputy Nursery Manager role also. This role would suit someone who wants to make the move from room leader to a more senior role.
🌟 A qualified Level 3 Practitioner.
🌟 Both roles are a full time position working 7:45am-6pm Monday-Friday, with an hours lunch break. However, we will also consider two applicants that could share the full time role. This can either be split with both candidates doing 2/3 days each, working the full hours, or both working on a shared rota of 7:45am - 1pm/1pm - 6pm.
🌟 The candidates must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification, and have an excellent understanding of the EYFS and Safeguarding.
🌟 Leadership experience within a nursery setting.
🌟 Passionate, caring individuals who will share our values of safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.
🌟 Team players who will thrive in a small, caring, family-oriented setting.

What we offer….

🌟 Attractive salary based on experience.
🌟 A supportive and friendly working environment.
🌟 Be part of a family-run business where you are valued and appreciated.
🌟 Monthly/yearly staff rewards.
🌟 Paid DBS & Paediatric First Aid.
🌟 Company pension scheme.
🌟 30% childcare discount.
🌟 Ongoing professional development training with full access to interactive online courses.
🌟 Paid overtime or TOIL
🌟 Christmas closure (minimum 10 consecutive days)

If you have the qualifications and passion for early childhood development and are looking for a fulfilling and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today by sending an up to date CV to [email protected] and take the next step in your childcare career with us.

Successful applicants will need to provide evidence of any qualifications essential to the role, undertake a DBS check and provide satisfactory references, prior to commencing employment with us.

We can’t wait to hear from you!

Clare, Julie and Team xx