Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

The Old Station Nursery Limited; Heyford Park; On-site; GBP 22,000 - GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A community nursery in Heyford Park is seeking a Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to create a nurturing environment for children. You will plan engaging activities and build strong relationships with families. The role offers benefits including free childcare for the first month, extensive holiday, and career development opportunities. Join a dedicated team and help shape the futures of our children. Apply now to become part of our exciting community!

Benefits

Free childcare for the first month

52% discount on childcare fees

31 days of holiday including bank holidays

Access to training and courses

Wellbeing tools and discounts

Paid volunteer day

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Passionate about creating brighter futures for children.
• Experience in childcare settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment for children.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities.
• Build meaningful relationships with children and families.
• Monitor and celebrate children's development milestones.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety.

Skills

Creativity

Childcare knowledge

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Join Our Team as a Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner!

Are you passionate about creating brighter futures for children? At Heyford, we’re looking for a Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let’s make a difference together!

To be considered for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

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

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We know our people make all the difference, so here’s how we make a difference for you:

• Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
• Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday (inclusive of national bank holidays and the Christmas closure week), plus your birthday off!
• Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses
• Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services.
• Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards.
• Volunteer Day: 1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community.

Pay: up to £26,624 per ##salareper##. based on experience (40 hours per week).
Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 40 hours
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 located 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.
• Be a team player, offering guidance to apprentices and volunteers while learning from others.

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.