Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

Job description

Job Description

Join a nurturing environment where every moment matters!

Job Title: Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

Location: Akeley Wood Nursery and Junior School, Buckingham, MK19 6DA

Salary: Up to £29,500 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)

Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent | 52 Weeks

Start: November 2026

Note: UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About Akeley Wood Junior School

Akeley Wood, part of Blenheim, is a thriving co-educational independent school nestled in the beautiful Buckinghamshire countryside. We cater to students from 12 months to 18 years, fostering a warm, inclusive, and ambitious environment where every child is known and supported to achieve their best.

Our inspiring learning spaces include woodland outdoor areas, specialist classrooms, creative arts studios, and modern sports facilities. We pride ourselves on our strong pastoral culture, focusing on individual strengths and nurturing students into confident, curious, and compassionate young people.

By joining Akeley Wood School, you become part of a dedicated team that believes in high expectations, meaningful relationships, and the transformative power of education.

Role Purpose

Are you a passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioner eager to make a difference every day? We’re looking for a warm, caring, and enthusiastic Early Years professional to join our friendly team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive nursery environment where children are encouraged to explore, learn, and develop through play. Your ideas, creativity, and contributions will be genuinely valued!

Whether you’re an experienced practitioner or seeking your next exciting role, you’ll have the chance to help shape young minds, build strong relationships with families, and play an important part in every child’s early learning journey.

What You Will Be Doing

• Creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where children can thrive
• Delivering engaging play-based learning experiences
• Supporting children’s development, confidence, and independence
• Building positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Acting as a Key Worker and monitoring children’s progress
• Promoting high standards of safeguarding, health, and wellbeing
• Working collaboratively to provide outstanding care and learning experiences

What You Will Bring

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years (essential)
• A passion for helping children reach their full potential
• A caring, energetic attitude committed to delivering high-quality Early Years education
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A good understanding of child development and safeguarding

Experience supporting children with SEND and qualifications such as Paediatric First Aid are welcomed but not essential.

About Blenheim

Blenheim Schools is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools dedicated to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centers on truly understanding each child, their talents, character, and aspirations by providing a personalized, ambitious education that helps every child thrive.

We deliver a broad, enriching curriculum supported by tailored teaching and exceptional pastoral care. We celebrate individuality, nurture confidence, and champion every learner so they can discover their strengths and achieve their potential.

Joining Blenheim Schools means becoming part of a collaborative, forward-thinking community that values creativity, inclusion, and professional growth. Our teams are united by a shared belief in the power of education to transform lives and a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families.

We are proud to be part of OFG Education, which was officially certified as a Great Place to Work® for the sixth consecutive year in 2025.

How to Apply

Complete your application before the closing date.

Note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to a fair, thorough, and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants due to delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

milton keynes

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

29-10-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English