Nursery Practitioner

Are you a qualified Level 3 Early Years Practitioner eager to inspire and nurture young minds? This is your chance to join a supportive nursery team in Milton Keynes in a rewarding, permanent role with a salary of up to £29,500 per year, depending on your experience.

This opportunity is ideal if you want to make a real difference during the most formative years of children’s education. You will play a key part in creating a warm, caring, and stimulating environment where children can learn, explore, and thrive.

What’s in it for you?

Salary of up to £29,500 per annum, depending on experience
Permanent, full-time Early Years Practitioner role
Be part of a passionate and welcoming Early Years team
Support children at a crucial stage of their development
Ongoing training and opportunities for professional growth
Take on Key Worker responsibilities and develop long-lasting relationships
Work in a varied and rewarding environment where every day brings new experiences 

The Role

As a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality care and learning for young children, ensuring their individual needs are met every day.

Provide attentive, high-quality care and supervision
Support children's physical, emotional, social, and educational development
Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities
Act as a Key Worker, observing and recording progress carefully
Model and encourage positive behaviour in a calm, nurturing manner
Support children’s growing independence, confidence and social skills
Maintain a safe, stimulating, and clean nursery environment
Supervise meal and snack times sensitively
Keep accurate records including accidents, incidents, and risk assessments
Build positive, professional relationships with children and their families
Share updates with parents and carers about children’s learning and development
Work collaboratively within the team
Welcome and support new colleagues and students as needed
Engage in planning meetings and continuous professional development 

Skills and Experience

Level 3 NVQ in Childcare or above – essential
Previous experience in a nursery or Early Years setting
Sound knowledge of child development
Understanding of safeguarding in Early Years
Awareness of health & safety, confidentiality, and safe working practices
Great communication skills with young children, parents, and colleagues
Empathetic, warm, and enthusiastic approach
Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a busy nursery environment
Team-player mentality with a passion for Early Years education
Experience supporting children with SEND is an advantage
Relevant training including First Aid is desirable 

Location and Package

Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: Up to £29,500 per annum (depending on experience)
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Nursery operates 51 weeks of the year
Working hours: 8:00am–5:00pm or 9:00am–6:00pm, weekly shift basis 

If you’re ready to join a dedicated team and help young children reach their full potential, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Take the next step in your Early Years career and apply now for this permanent Level 3 Early Years Practitioner role in Milton Keynes