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Our nurseries are so much more than childcare. They are environments where children grow braver, find their voice, make real friends, and leave ready for what comes next.
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Help give children the best start in life. Explore our latest opportunities and build your career in early years with Ark Start.
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Jobs

Help give children the best start in life. Explore our latest opportunities and build your career in early years with Ark Start.

Join our team

Working in a nursery can be challenging, but it is also incredibly rewarding.

As an early years educator, you will have a life-changing impact on children and their families. You’ll do it as part of a supportive team that values your expertise, encourages your development and recognises the important role you play in children’s lives.

Your career in early years

At Ark Start, we invest in your growth from day one and prioritise your wellbeing. Through training and coaching, we’ll help you build the skills and experience you need to progress your career.

As part of a larger organisation, there are multiple pathways you can pursue –whether you’re looking to become a nursery leader or develop specialist expertise in early years education.

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Why join Ark Start?

Discover some of the benefits of building your career at Ark Start nurseries.

Ongoing learning, support and wellbeing

We invest in your development with protected time for training and supervision each week, as well as wellbeing support, regular feedback and clear career progression routes.

Competitive pay
and benefits

We recognise the value of your contribution with above-market salaries, 25 days’ annual leave, and 11% pension contributions, with optional employee contributions.

Flexible working opportunities

We know that flexibility matters. Alongside our standard 37.5 hours per week contracts, we also offer term-time only and part-time contracts to suit individual needs.

Inclusive and diverse culture

We want everyone at Ark Start to feel supported, respected and valued. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment where all staff can reach their full potential.

Join a growing community

Join an organisation at an exciting stage of development. With nurseries in London and West Yorkshire and plans to expand further, there are real opportunities to grow alongside us.

Be part of a large charity

As part of Ark, you’ll benefit from the opportunities, resources and support that comes with being part of a larger organisation dedicated to improving outcomes for children and young people.

Early years apprenticeships

Start your career in early childhood education with hands-on experience and high-quality training, working towards a recognised qualification, with the opportunity to secure a full-time role upon successful completion.

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Manager in Training programme

Take the next step into nursery leadership. Our Manager in Training programme gives you the tools and experience you need to step confidently into a management role when the opportunity comes.

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What is working at Ark Start like?

Working at Ark Start is more than just a job. It’s a purpose-driven career where you can make a real difference to the lives of children and their families, and see the impact of your work every day. 

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