Join Our Team at The Orange Tree 

Be part of a caring team where children blossom and careers grow.

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Join Our Orange Tree Family

Every day at The Orange Tree is a chance to inspire young minds, nurture confidence and grow together. Whether you're starting your childcare journey or ready to take the next step in your career, you'll find a supportive place to belong.

A Career That Makes A Difference

At The Orange Tree Day Nursery, we believe that every day is an opportunity to inspire, nurture and grow, and not just for the children in our care, but for every member of our team too.
Working with us means becoming part of a close-knit, supportive community - where kindness, creativity and teamwork are valued every day. Whether you're an experienced Early Years Practitioner, exploring nursery jobs for the first time, or looking to begin an apprenticeship in childcare, you'll find opportunities here to learn, develop and thrive.
We’re proud to offer rewarding early years careers across our nurseries, where every team member plays an important role in shaping young children's futures.

Career At The Orange Tree
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we inspire

Children learn best when the adults around them feel inspired too.

We encourage creativity, curiosity and fresh ideas every day - from imaginative play and storytelling to outdoor adventures. At The Orange Tree, you’ll have the freedom to share your passions and create meaningful learning experiences.

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we nurture

We know happy teams create thriving nurseries.
 
 
That’s why we create caring, supportive environments where everyone feels valued and listened to. Your wellbeing matters to us, and we work hard to ensure our teams feel supported, confident and proud of the work they do.
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we grow 

Your development matters, and we’re here to support it.

 
From day one, you’ll be encouraged to grow your skills, build confidence and explore new opportunities. Whether you're working towards a childcare qualification, developing leadership skills or progressing into a new role, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

Our Benefits

The people who care for our children deserve to feel valued, supported and recognised for the incredible work they do every day.

Our benefits are designed to support your wellbeing, career development and work-life balance. Helping you feel confident, supported and able to thrive in your role.

Discounted childcare for team members
Company pension scheme
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Annual awards night
Funded childcare qualifications and apprenticeships
Team social events throughout the year
Career progression opportunities across our nurseries
Staff incentive schemes
Staff well-being support
Paid training and development days
Learn, grow and achieve with us

Learn, Grow and Achieve With Us

Learning is part of everyday life at The Orange Tree.

From apprenticeships and professional qualifications to leadership development, we support every team member to grow their skills, confidence and career. Alongside online learning and in-house training, our bi-annual training days bring teams together to learn from industry experts and guest speakers.

Because when our team grows, our children flourish too.

Your career journey

Your Career Journey

Careers grow here - just like the children in our care. Many of our team members begin their journey with us as apprentices or practitioners and progress into leadership roles over time.

Example progression pathway:

→ Apprentice
→ Early Years Practitioner
→ Room Leader
→ Deputy Manager
→ Nursery Manager

Wherever you begin, we’ll support your development and help you take the next step in your early years career.

 

Hear From Our Teams

From apprentices to leaders, hear from the people who help inspire, nurture and grow every day. 

 

"The Orange Tree has given me fantastic opportunities to develop my skills and progress my career. I started as a practitioner and have been supported every step of the way into a leadership role. It's a place where you're trusted, encouraged and recognised for the difference you make."

Ready to Join Our Orange Tree Family?

If you're passionate about making a difference and looking for a rewarding career in childcare, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're searching for nursery jobs, childcare apprenticeships or opportunities to progress your career in early years education, your journey could start here.