Careers

Join The Friendly Team

Discover a role where every day is a new opportunity to make a difference in little lives.

A career at Little Oaks, a family-owned nursery group, is exciting, energetic, and always evolving. We are committed to delivering the highest quality childcare by recruiting, training and retaining the very best staff. Our team is our greatest asset, and we work hard to ensure every member feels valued, supported and inspired to grow.

Why Join Us?

At Little Oaks, we believe great childcare starts with happy, motivated staff. That’s why we offer a range of benefits designed to reward your hard work and support your wellbeing:

  • A paid half-day off to celebrate your birthday
  • Annual pay increases to recognise your commitment
  • High-quality training and career development opportunities
  • A professional staff uniform provided
  • Delicious food during your working day
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and wellbeing
  • Regular celebratory events to recognise achievements and build team spirit

You’ll be joining a team of passionate, highly motivated professionals who live our values every day. If you’re enthusiastic about early years education and want to empower and inspire the next generation, we’d love to hear from you.

Meet Our Friendly Team

Our caring, experienced team is at the heart of Little Oaks. We build strong, nurturing relationships to help every child feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow.

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Become an Apprentice at Little Oaks Day Nursery

At Little Oaks Day Nursery, we believe in helping individuals grow, learn, and thrive in the field of childcare. Our Apprenticeship Scheme is a wonderful opportunity for anyone passionate about working with young children and pursuing a career in early years education. With us, you’ll gain invaluable hands-on experience and the qualifications you need to take your first steps in the childcare industry.

Why Choose Our Apprenticeship Scheme?

Our Apprenticeship Scheme is more than just a way to get your qualification; it’s a chance to build a meaningful career while being supported every step of the way.

Here’s why you should consider joining us as an apprentice:

Real-World Experience

You’ll be working directly with children, where you’ll learn how to provide excellent care in a nurturing and supportive environment. It’s the perfect way to apply what you’re learning to real-world situations.

Supportive Mentorship

You’re never alone in this journey. Our experienced team is here to guide you, offering mentorship that helps you build the confidence and skills needed to succeed.

Quality Training

With tailored on-the-job training, we ensure you have access to the qualifications and knowledge you need to advance in early childhood education and care.

Career Progression

At Little Oaks, we love to see our apprentices grow. Many of our apprentices transition into permanent roles with us, with exciting opportunities to move up and take on more responsibility.

What We Look for in an Apprentice

We’re looking for people who are passionate about childcare and eager to learn. Whether you’ve already worked with children or this is your first step into the industry, we want to hear from you if you have a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of young children. All you need is enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and a caring nature.

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Little Oaks Day Nursery

At Little Oaks, we’re proud to support the next generation of childcare professionals. Many of our team began as nursery apprentices and have grown into qualified and senior early years practitioners. With the right training, guidance, and support, our apprentices gain real experience, fresh skills, and rewarding nursery jobs that can last a lifetime!

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Bushbury Parent Review

The staff are amazing, so caring and I feel very happy leaving P in their care.  It is my first baby and they have made me feel so reassured.

Penn Parent Review

Want to say a big thank you to you all for helping T settle really well on his first week with you. I am already seeing a difference at home with him and I can tell he’s well looked after and very happy in your care. I am looking forward to you helping T grow and learn and get him ready for school.

Stafford Road Parent Review

My daughter has been with Little Oaks for 3 years. the confidence she has developed within this time is incredible.  It’s her last day today and we are so proud and can’t  thank Little oaks staff enough for their help. I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone.

Ofsted

Parents speak highly about the setting. They report that their children are happy and feel safe and secure. They comment that the staff are extremely caring and attentive to the needs of their children.

Ofsted

Managers and staff are highly knowledgeable about early childhood development.

Ofsted

Staff know the children in their care extremely well. They understand and talk confidently about what children need to learn next.

Get In Touch With Our Friendly Team!

We’re always happy to help - whether you’re looking to book a visit, ask a question or simply learn more about what we do. Reach out to our friendly team and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. We can’t wait to hear from you!

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