Job details

Salary: £27,000–£29,000 per year

Employer: Clare House

Location: Chard, Somerset, TA20 2DA

Contract type: Permanent

Working pattern: Full time

Closing date: 4 December 2026 11:59 pm

About the job

Key information

Hours: Monday–Friday, flexible shifts between 7:30am and 6:00pm

About the Role

We’re looking for a passionate, caring and enthusiastic Level 3 Early Years Educator to join our friendly, supportive team. You’ll help create a safe, happy and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow and thrive.

What We’re Looking For

  • Level 3 Early Years qualification (or working towards)
  • At least 1 year’s childcare experience
  • A positive, caring and proactive attitude
  • A good team player with initiative
  • Someone who loves making learning fun through play, stories, singing and creative activities!

Benefits

  • 32 days paid holiday
  • Ongoing training and career development
  • Paediatric First Aid training provided
  • Uniform provided
  • Free on-site parking
  • Additional leave and childcare benefits
  • Flexibility for medical appointments
  • Closed on Bank Holidays and between Christmas and New Year

Why Join Clare House?

We’re a friendly, family-focused nursery with a supportive team, and we’re rated Good by Ofsted. Children’s individual needs and wellbeing are always our priority.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding children. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and safer recruitment checks.

Interested in joining our team? We’d love to welcome you for a visit to meet the team and look around the nursery!

Job type: Full-time, in person

Requirements: UK work authorisation and reliable commuting to Chard.

Applications by email to admin@clarehouse.org.uk

Closing date Friday 4 December 2026

Apply now