Smileys Childcare

Smileys Childcare Smileys Childcare Agency are now the leading providers in Early Years Education & Nanny Recruitment having just celebrated our 33rd year anniversary.

With our dedicated childcare consultants, we provide a specialist service to suit your needs. Smileys Childcare Agency has been an established childcare provider since 1988. The agency specialises in the recruitment of Early Years Education, Nursery Staff, Nursery Cooks, HR and Administrators, Nannies, Mothers Helps, Before and after school nannies, and Live in Nannies - Nationwide.

08/10/2026

💚🧠 WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY IS APPROACHING – 10TH OCTOBER 🧠💚

With World Mental Health Day approaching on 10th October, it’s a good time to talk about something that matters at every age — our mental health and emotional wellbeing. 🌍💚

There is growing concern around anxiety and emotional wellbeing among children and young people, making it more important than ever that we create spaces where children feel safe, listened to, and supported. 💚

In Early Years, supporting children's emotional wellbeing can start with the little things:
😊 Creating a safe and caring environment
💬 Giving children time to express their feelings
🤗 Helping children understand and name their emotions
🎨 Providing opportunities for creativity and play
🌳 Getting outside and enjoying fresh air
👩‍🏫 Building positive relationships with trusted adults
💚 Helping children feel heard, valued, and supported

And it’s not just children who need looking after.
Parents, carers, and Early Years professionals need support too. 🫶

Childcare can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be busy, challenging and emotionally demanding. Sometimes simply asking “Are you okay?” and genuinely listening can make a difference. 💚

🌱 Let's make talking about feelings and wellbeing part of everyday life — not just something we discuss once a year.
💬 Are you seeing more anxiety or emotional wellbeing concerns among children in Early Years and schools?

We'd love to hear your experiences and thoughts. 👇💚

07/10/2026

🌿 Imagine spending your working week surrounded by nature... and only working 4 days! 👶🍃

We're recruiting for a:
📍 4 Day Early Years Practitioner – Reading, Berkshire
💷 £28,889pa

If you love outdoor learning and want a role with a fantastic work-life balance, this could be the perfect opportunity.

🌳 Beautiful countryside nursery
🍂 Amazing Forest School environment
🎁 Fantastic staff benefits
📈 Great career progression

💬 Comment or DM "OUTDOORS" and we'll send you the details!

06/10/2026

💥 AND WE'RE BACK WITH CANDIDATE NUMBER TWO! 👀

📍 Slough, SL2

This one is a SEND superstar with an impressive 11 years of experience working with children! 🧩💜

Our candidate is a highly experienced Early Years professional with:
🧸 11 years working with children
🏫 7 years supporting children with SEND in primary schools
🌱 3+ years as a Nursery Practitioner
👶 Experience with children from birth to 5 years
🤝 Extensive 1:1 SEND support experience
📚 Strong EYFS knowledge
🩹 Paediatric First Aid trained
🛡️ Excellent safeguarding awareness
💬 Confident working with parents & carers

She has experience supporting children's learning, development, behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and inclusion, alongside planning activities, completing observations, and supporting day-to-day nursery routines.

And the best part? 🚀 She is available immediately and can interview THIS WEEK!

💬 Looking for someone like this candidate? Comment "YES" or send us a DM and we'll tell you more! 📩

06/10/2026

📣 Experienced Recruiter? Ready for your next challenge?

We're looking for a full-time 360 Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team! 🚀

🏡 Fully Remote Role
Applicants should be based in Southern England or South Wales, ideally within commuting distance of Bath for training.

📍 Ideal Locations:
Bath, Bristol, Keynsham, Chippenham, Corsham, Trowbridge, Bradford-on-Avon, Frome, Melksham and surrounding areas.

🎓 Training Requirement:
Successful candidates must be able to attend an initial two-week training programme in Bath.

💰 Basic Salary: £30,000
💸 Uncapped Commission

✨ What We Offer:

✅ Established client base
✅ Live vacancies from day one
✅ Uncapped commission
✅ Fully remote working

🔎 Who We're Looking For:
✔️ Minimum 3 years' recruitment agency experience
✔️ Proven track record in permanent recruitment
✔️ Experience within Early Years recruitment would be highly advantageous
✔️ Highly computer literate
✔️ Confident using databases, CRM systems and recruitment software
✔️ Self-motivated, organised and able to work independently

📩 Interested?

Email [email protected] or send me a DM for a confidential chat.

👀 CANDIDATE NUMBER TWO HAS ARRIVED! 💜🧩And this one brings a HUGE amount of experience!📍 Slough, SL2✨ 11 years working wi...
06/10/2026

👀 CANDIDATE NUMBER TWO HAS ARRIVED! 💜🧩

And this one brings a HUGE amount of experience!

📍 Slough, SL2

✨ 11 years working with children
🏫 7 years supporting children with SEND
🧸 3+ years as a Nursery Practitioner
👶 Birth–5 experience
🤝 Extensive 1:1 SEND support
🌱 Strong EYFS experience
🩹 Paediatric First Aid
🛡️ Excellent safeguarding knowledge

She’s caring, patient, nurturing and experienced in supporting children's learning, behaviour, development, and emotional wellbeing.

🚀 Available immediately
📅 Interview this week

💬 Could this candidate be your next team member? Comment "SEND" or DM us! 📩

06/10/2026

👀 LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO CAN STEP UP WHEN IT MATTERS?

📍 Hackney, London E9

This brilliant candidate could be a great addition to an Early Years team looking for someone with experience, initiative, and leadership potential. 🧸💪

With around 9 years' childcare experience, she has worked across all rooms and has previously held a Deputy Room Leader position.
She’s now looking for a Permanent, Full-Time role as an Early Years Practitioner or Room Leader.

🌱 Level 3 Childcare Qualified
🧸 Around 9 years' experience
👩‍🏫 Previous Deputy Room Leader
📚 Strong EYFS knowledge
🩹 First Aid until February 2027
📋 DBS on Update Service
🚀 Available 5th October 2026
📅 Interview ASAP

What really stands out is her willingness to step up and lead when needed. In her most recent nursery, she regularly took responsibility when the Room Leader was absent, keeping routines running smoothly and supporting her colleagues. 🤝

💬 Need an experienced Practitioner or Room Leader in Hackney? Comment "ROOM LEADER" or send us a DM! 📩

05/10/2026

👀 4 DAYS OR 5 DAYS… YOU CHOOSE!

If you’re a qualified Level 3 practitioner looking for your next opportunity, this one in Hammersmith might be worth a look! 💚

📍 Hammersmith, London
👶 Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

Your options:
💷 4 days — £32,000
💷 5 days — £37,000

⏰ 8am–6pm | 1-hour break
📅 36 or 45 hours per week
🚀 ASAP start

🎓 Level 3 Childcare qualification and relevant Early Years experience required.

💬 Interested? Comment “HAMMERSMITH” or DM us for more details!

05/10/2026

🍂 AUTUMN COULD BE THE SEASON FOR YOUR NEXT BIG CAREER MOVE! 🍁

If you’re an experienced Nursery Manager ready to lead, inspire and shape the future of a nursery, this opportunity in Portsmouth could be just what you’re looking for. 💚

📍 Portsmouth, Hampshire

👩‍💼 Nursery Manager
💷 £45,000 per year
🕐 40 hours | Shift basis
📌 Full-time | Permanent

🌱 A values-led setting
🍂 Supportive team environment
📚 Ongoing training & development
🎂 Birthday Day off
🧸 Childcare discount
🚲 Cycle to Work Scheme
🚗 Free on-site parking

You’ll play a key role in leading the nursery, developing the team, supporting families, and helping shape the next stage of its growth.

🎓 Level 3 Early Years qualification or above + previous Nursery Manager experience required.

💬 Could this be your autumn career move? 🍁 Comment “PORTSMOUTH” or DM us for the details!

01/10/2026

🍂🧡 HELLO OCTOBER! 🧡🍂

A brand-new month is here! ✨

Here’s to 31 days of fresh opportunities, new beginnings, happy moments, and plenty of reasons to smile. 😊

October brings so many lovely things to look forward to:
🍁 Beautiful autumn colours
🎃 Pumpkin season & Halloween fun
🧣 Cosy jumpers and crisp mornings
☕ Cosy days and warm drinks
🌳 Beautiful autumn walks
🍂 Crunchy leaves & outdoor adventures
🧡 Making memories with family and friends
✨ New opportunities and positive changes

Whatever this month has in store, we hope October brings you lots of happiness, positivity, and little moments to enjoy. 🧡

🌟 Happy October from everyone at Smileys Childcare! 🌟

Here’s to a happy, healthy, and positive month ahead! 🍂😊

💬 What are you looking forward to most this October? 👇

01/10/2026

💬💜 SEND IN EARLY YEARS & SCHOOLS — LET’S TALK 💜💬

SEND continues to be a huge topic of discussion across Early Years settings, schools, families, and the wider education sector.
There are currently proposals for significant changes to the SEND system in England, with a strong focus on earlier support, greater inclusion in mainstream settings, staff training and making funding and support easier to access.

But what does this actually mean for the people working with children every day? 👇

👶 Early identification — Are children getting the support they need early enough?
👩‍🏫 Staff training — Do practitioners and teachers feel confident supporting a wider range of SEND needs?
💷 Funding — Is there enough financial support for settings to provide the adjustments and resources children need?
🏫 Inclusion — How can mainstream settings become more inclusive while still ensuring children with more complex needs receive the specialist support they require?
🤝 Working together — Are Early Years settings, schools, health professionals, and families communicating effectively enough?
➡️ Transitions — How can we make the move from nursery to school smoother for children with additional needs?

The proposed reforms include a new national training programme for staff across early years, schools, and colleges, alongside changes intended to provide more support earlier and strengthen inclusive practice.

But the big question is:
💭 What do YOU think needs to change?

If you're an Early Years practitioner, teacher, SENCO, nursery manager, parent, or carer, we'd love to hear your experience.

👇 What is the biggest challenge facing SEND provision right now?
Let's have an open, respectful conversation. 💜

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Albany House, 14 Shute End
Maidenhead
RG401BJ

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Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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