CAREERS AT THE MULBERRY BUSH

Your journey doesn’t end when you join our team – it’s just the beginning!

Below are the current job openings we have available for you to explore.

We’re dedicated to helping you reach your full potential. Here’s how we support your professional growth:

Guidance and
support

We pair new team members with experienced mentors to help you quickly get started and grow confidence. You’ll always find a friendly face for advice, creating a supportive and welcoming environment.

Learning never stops

We love to learn and grow! Supporting professional development is a top priority at the Mulberry Bush. Our Training Lead collaborates with management teams and individual practitioners to identify training opportunities and help them reach their goals.

Opportunities abound

We believe in recognising talent and fostering growth within our company. If you have the drive, we’ll help you take those next steps in your career, charting an exciting path for success in childcare.

We grow
together

We foster a culture where everyone shares their knowledge and celebrates each other’s successes. Together, we’re building the best possible environment for ourselves and the children we care for.

CAREERS AT THE MULBERRY BUSH

Your journey doesn’t end when you join our team – it’s just the beginning!

Below are the current job openings we have available for you to explore.

We’re dedicated to helping you reach your full potential. Here’s how we support your professional growth:

Guidance and
support

We pair new team members with experienced mentors to help you get started. Plus, you’ll always find a friendly face for advice and encouragement.

Learning never stops

We love to learn!
You’ll have access to workshops, conferences, and support for pursuing qualifications, helping you stay at the top of your game.

Learning never stops

We foster a culture where everyone shares their knowledge and celebrates each other’s successes. Together, we’re building the best possible environment for ourselves and the children we care for.

Opportunities abound

We believe in recognising talent and fostering growth within our company. If you have the drive, we’ll help you take those next steps in your career, charting an exciting path for success in childcare.

PRACTIONER - EASTLEIGH

The Mulberry Bush is seeking a caring Nursery Practitioner to join our supportive early years team. You’ll provide attentive day-to-day care, plan engaging activities, and help create a safe, nurturing environment where children feel happy, secure and confident to explore. You’ll build positive relationships with families and colleagues, support children’s development through play and learning, and help maintain the warm, welcoming atmosphere that helps every child thrive.

Location: Eastleigh

Salary: £27,768 – £31,096 per year

Hours: Full-time

Responsibilities:

  • Provide high-quality care tailored to each child’s needs
  • Build strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues
  • Plan and deliver fun, age-appropriate learning activities
  • Support children’s social, emotional and intellectual development
  • Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming nursery environment
    + more!

Requirements:

  • Level 2 or above Early Years qualification
  • Experience working with young children
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Commitment to high-quality childcare and education
  • Caring, positive and proactive attitude
  • Passion for supporting children’s learning and wellbeing

See job description below for full details.

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PRACTIONER - WATERLOOVILLE

The Mulberry Bush is seeking a confident Nursery Practitioner who enjoys variety and thrives in different environments. Working across multiple nursery settings, you’ll bring consistency, energy and reassurance to each room you step into. You’ll support children’s routines, help maintain a calm and positive atmosphere, and quickly build trust with both colleagues and families, ensuring every child receives the same high standard of care wherever you’re based.

Location: Waterlooville

Salary: £27,768 – £31,096 per year (based on experience)

Hours: Full-time

Responsibilities:

  • Provide high-quality care across multiple nursery settings
  • Support children’s daily routines and wellbeing
  • Plan and deliver engaging learning activities
  • Build positive relationships with children, families and teams
  • Adapt to different rooms and environments as needed
    + more!

Requirements:

  • Level 2 or above Early Years qualification
  • Experience working with young children
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Flexible, adaptable and confident approach
  • Commitment to high-quality childcare and education
  • Passion for supporting children’s development

See job description below for full details.

APPRENTICE - ALL SETTINGS

The Mulberry Bush is looking for an Apprentice Nursery Practitioner ready to take their first steps into a rewarding early years career. You'll learn alongside experienced practitioners, gaining practical skills and confidence while becoming part of a supportive team. Every day brings new opportunities to help children learn, play and grow, while developing the knowledge and experience needed to build a successful future in childcare.

Location: All Settings

Salary: From £8.00 per hour

Hours: Full-time

Responsibilities:

  • Support children’s learning through play and activities
  • Work alongside experienced nursery practitioners
  • Build positive relationships with children and colleagues
  • Help create a safe and welcoming environment
  • Learn through hands-on experience and training
    + more!

Requirements:

  • Passion for working with young children
  • Positive and team-focused attitude
  • Eagerness to learn and develop new skills
  • Reliable and enthusiastic approach
  • Interest in early years education
  • Commitment to personal and professional growth

See job description below for full details.

JOIN THE MULBERRY TEAM

Interested in a vacancy?

If you’re eager to join our dynamic and nurturing team, send us your CV so we can consider you for one of our current job openings.