Bank Nursery Practitioner

The Old Station Nursery Limited; Heyford Park; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A community nursery in Heyford Park is seeking a Bank Nursery Practitioner to create a fun and nurturing environment for children. The role requires experience in childcare and involves planning engaging activities, building relationships, and monitoring child development. This position offers flexible working hours on a zero-hour contract, making it ideal for those looking for a versatile schedule. Join a dedicated team that values creativity and enthusiasm in supporting children's growth and development.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Accrued holiday pay

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience working in a childcare setting is required.
• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment for children.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities.
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Monitor and celebrate children’s development milestones.
• Support day-to-day running of the nursery.

Skills

Experience in a childcare setting

Creativity

Enthusiasm

Nurturing skills

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Join Our Team as a Bank Nursery Practitioner! (Zero Hours - Flexible Contract)

Are you passionate about creating brighter futures for children? At Heyford, we’re looking for a Bank Nursery Practitioner to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let’s make a difference together!

Experience working in a childcare setting is required for this role. ALevel 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification is desirable but not essential.

Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Pay: £10 - £12.21 per Hour*plus accrued holiday pay
Working Hours: Zero hour contract – flexibility to work different shifts each week, between 8am-6pm, Monday to Friday.
Location: The Old Station Nursery Heyford, Camp Road, Heyford Park, Heyford, Oxfordshire, OX25 5BS

About our Nursery

Our purpose-built Old Station Nursery Heyford provides a varied mix of structured and free‑flow daily activities. Located in the growing Heyford Park village, our community nursery is situated at the end of Camp Road on the former RAF airbase with ample parking.

What Your Role Involves

As a valued member of our team, you’ll:

• Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and thrive.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play‑based activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Monitor and celebrate children’s development milestones, keeping records to share with parents.
• Support the day‑to‑day running of the nursery, maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and care.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today – we can't wait to hear from you!

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.