Job Description

Part time Nursery Practitioner

Location:

Our countryside setting near Buckingham and Milton Keynes

Hours:

Part time.

Salary:

Competitive and dependent on qualification and experience

Welcome to our little countryside haven

Imagine arriving to birdsong, big skies and fresh air. Our nursery sits in peaceful countryside with gardens to explore, mud kitchens, and open space for curious minds. Children learn and play in a calm, unhurried environment and the same is true for our team. We look after our people so they can look after children brilliantly.

About the role

You will join a warm, supportive team to deliver inspiring care and education in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage, also known as the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. You will use the key person approach, build trusting relationships with families, observe learning, plan next steps, and help create engaging environments both indoors and outdoors. You will uphold safeguarding and health and safety at all times and contribute ideas that keep our practice fresh and joyful.

What you will do

Plan and provide rich, play based experiences that meet the Early Years Foundation Stage areas of learning. Observe, record and share children's progress with families, celebrating every small step. Create calm, nature connected spaces and invitations to play in our garden and growing areas. Work in partnership with colleagues and parents, communicating with warmth and clarity. Follow safeguarding, inclusion and health and safety policies and take part in regular training. Help with daily routines including mealtimes, sleep times and nappy changing in a respectful way.
What you bring

A positive, can do attitude and genuine love for early years. Experience in a nursery or school is ideal. Level 2 or Level 3 in Early Years or equivalent is an advantage. Good written and spoken English and confidence using basic digital tools for observations. A calm approach, curiosity about child development and willingness to learn. Reliability and great teamwork.
Must haves

You will need to drive and have access to a car. There is no public transport to our setting. Two satisfactory references. A clear Disclosure and Barring Service check. Eligibility to work in the United Kingdom.
Perks you will love

We have a long list of thoughtful perks designed with well being, growth and balance in mind.

A paid day off for your birthday. Protected planning time each week so you can focus without interruption. Regular coaching and funded training to build your career. Well being support including quiet breaks, hot drinks and healthy snacks. Free on site parking and beautiful outdoor spaces for your lunch break walks. Set rotas shared well in advance to help you plan life outside work. Team socials that feel easy and optional such as picnic afternoons and craft evenings. Recognition through monthly appreciation shout outs and small treats. Comfortable uniform provided and all resources you need to do your best work. Staff childcare discount where available.
Why this role is perfect early in your career

You will gain real responsibility with kind mentoring rather than pressure. You will build transferable skills such as communication, creativity, organisation and leadership. You will work somewhere peaceful and friendly where your ideas are heard and you feel valued every day.
Our commitment

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to safeguarding and safer recruitment. References and background checks will be completed before any start date.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 18,283.86-27,834.76 per year

Expected hours: 15 - 25 per week

Work Location: In person