From September 2026, we're beginning an exciting new chapter as we expand to welcome children from 12 months and move to all-year-round opening (8:00am–6:00pm), with a two-week Christmas closure.As we grow, we're looking for caring, enthusiastic and committed Early Years Practitioners (Level 2 or above) to join our friendly, experienced team.
We warmly welcome informal visits before you apply. Please contact us if you’d like to arrange a visit.
Why choose Little Crickets?
As an independent charity, we're free to focus on what matters most—building meaningful relationships, inspiring curiosity and giving every child the very best start in life.You'll become part of a warm, supportive team where colleagues genuinely care about one another, ideas are valued and new staff quickly feel part of the family.Based within the beautiful grounds of Harrogate Cricket Club, with regular Forest School sessions in Rossett Nature Reserve, we offer a unique place to work where children and practitioners learn together through exploration, play and the natural world.
What we offer
- £12.71–£12.96 per hour (depending on qualifications, experience and role)
- Flexible contracts and working patterns
- Fixed weekly shift patterns
- Term-time, term-time plus and all-year-round opportunities
- Fully funded mandatory training
- Professional development and career progression
- Company pension (NEST)
- Enhanced company sick pay (subject to eligibility)
- Paid overtime or TOIL
- Free staff meals
- Free parking
- Branded uniform
- Two-week Christmas closure
- A supportive, experienced team
We're looking for people who...
- Hold a Level 2 Early Years qualification or above.
- Build positive relationships with children and families.
- Are caring, enthusiastic and reliable.
- Enjoy working as part of a supportive team.
- Want to make a genuine difference every day.
Recruitment Timeline
Recruitment opens: Friday 3 July 2026Application deadline: Monday 13 July 2026Interviews: Wednesday 15 & Thursday 16 July 2026
Safeguarding
Little Crickets Pre-School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check, right to work checks and, where applicable, qualification verification.
Pay: £12.71-£12.96 per hour
Work Location: In person
