Real stories
There’s no such thing as a typical day in early years and childcare.
Discover the real stories from early years educators making a difference their way.
Calling bright minds and big hearts
Watch the film from our TV campaign filmed in a real nursery, and see if you can be part of something Big.
Explore a day in the life
Delve into the roles of these early years professionals as they share a day in their world and the most rewarding moments of their jobs.
Childcare champions
Read the success stories of those already in early years and childcare. They tell us where they work and what their role is like.
Lyndsey – childminder
Meet Lyndsey, a childminder with 10 years experience, who has been able to work flexibly, allowing her time to care for her own child.
Will – club manager
Give a big high five to Will, who kicked off his career as an apprentice and has proudly progressed to the role of wraparound club manager.
Liam – level 3 early years teacher
Liam, a nursery practitioner, shares his career journey as a male in early years education.
Patrick – wraparound coordinator
Patrick used to be a fitness instructor. He swapped training adults for teaching and inspiring young children.
Lynne – childminder
Lynne swapped her day job for the heart warming world of smiles and cuddles by building a fulfilling childminding business.
Kerry – wraparound owner
Having worked in childcare for many years, Kerry now owns a thriving wraparound childcare company.
Working in early years and childcare
Explore the many different types of roles in early years and childcare.
Job application support
Find out how you can get support with your application.
Search for jobs
If you’re ready to apply now, you can search for jobs in the early years and childcare sector. There are around 30,000 nurseries and pre-schools in the UK, so there are lots of opportunities out there.