Aspire Foundation
Early Years Practitioners
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Full Time / Part Time at our Cheltenham settings
Starting ASAP
Do you bring magic, mischief, and motivation into everything you do?
Are you passionate about giving some of the least advantaged children the very best start in life?
If your answer is a big, enthusiastic YES!, then we’d love to meet you!
Who We Are
We are warm, creative, child-centred Early Years settings where curiosity leads the way and every day is an opportunity to explore, laugh, learn and grow. From messy play masterpieces to outdoor adventures in all weathers, our teams thrive on joy, connection and a shared mission to nurture confident, independent little humans.
What You’ll Be Doing
No two days look the same—but they’re always full of purpose! You will:
- Spark imagination through inspiring play and hands on learning
- Build secure, trusting relationships with children and families
- Support children’s development through high-quality interactions
- Observe, plan and celebrate children’s progress
- Work as part of a warm, collaborative, supportive team
- Bring fun, energy, and creativity into every moment
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What We’re Looking For
We’re searching for someone who is:
- Passionate about Early Years and child development
- Full of energy, enthusiasm and kindness
- Able to think on their feet (and sing and dance on them too!)
- Ready to create joyful experiences—rain or shine
- Qualified to Level 2 or Level 3 in Early Years (or working towards it)
What We Offer
- A fun, friendly, truly supportive team
- Ongoing training, professional development & career progression
- Opportunities to shape magical learning experiences
- A setting that values wellbeing, creativity and reflective practice
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Company Pension Scheme
Ready to Join Us?
If you want to be part of a team where your ideas matter, your wellbeing is valued, and your work genuinely makes a difference every single day, we’d love to hear from you!
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Job Description And Person Specification
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Salary
Salary/Grade 3
- Full time 37 hours/week - Actual salary £22,614.00 pa (Qualified to level 3)
- Part-time 22.5 hours/week - Actual salary £13,752.00 pa (Qualified to Level 3)
- Zero hours rate: £13.65/hour
Location
At The Following Aspire Foundation Sites
- Gardners Lane Children & Family Centre, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 9JW
- Oakwood Children & Family Centre, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 5QH
- Hesters Way Children & Family Centre, Dill Avenue, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 0ES
- Rowanfield Nursery setting, Alstone Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 8HY
Deadline
- Start Date: ASAP
- Closing Date: Noon on Friday 21st August 2026
- Interviews: Early September 2026
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