We always welcome applications for the roles listed below. Please note that while we may not have immediate openings for every position, we encourage you to express your interest. For a list of our specific, live opportunities, please visit our Current Vacancies page.
Early Years Teaching
- Apprentice Level 2 – Start your career while you learn! Support our educators in daily play and activities while gaining hands-on experience and working toward your professional qualification.
- Nursery practitioner and Early Years Educator – Inspire young minds by planning creative activities, tracking child development, and providing high-quality care within the EYFS framework.
Leadership
- Nursery Room Leader (Team Leader) – Oversee daily operations for your age group, mentoring your team to ensure excellent educational standards and a safe, stimulating environment.
- Nursery Deputy Manager – Support the Nursery Manager in driving excellence. You’ll focus on staff development, safeguarding compliance, and maintaining a positive nursery culture.
Behind the Scenes Team
- Housekeeper and Lunchtime Assistant – Keep our nursery hygienic and welcoming, while assisting children during mealtimes to encourage independence and social skills.
- Nursery Chef / Cook – Prepare fresh, nutritious, and balanced meals daily. Responsible for managing dietary requirements, food hygiene, and kitchen safety.
To view the job details and terms, please click the links above. You can submit your application online by selecting the Apply button in the top-right corner of the corresponding page. Please see the example image below.
Once we received your interest we will contact you to arrange a chat, answer your questions are progress your application.
We look forward to receiving you application.
Guide to the Recruitment Process
Step by step help though our application process can be found in our guidance notes to the Recruitment Process.
Any Problems or Questions?
If you have any problems downloading the Application Form, or any difficulties completing the Application Form then please contact us by telephone on 01865 864604 or by email to Lisa via hr@willow-cottage.com. or using our online contact form
We are happy for you to ask us to send you a printed application form and a stamped address envelop to return it in.
We also encourage applicants to drop off their application at the office address above or at any of our settings.
