Early Years Practitioner (Level 3) – Nurture, Play & Progress

Beech Hall School Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Akeley Wood Nursery and Junior School, part of Outcomes First Group, is seeking a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join the Early Years team at our Akeley Wood site in Buckingham. The role is full-time and permanent, offering a 40-hour week with shifts covering 8.00am–5.00pm or 9.00am–6.00pm on a weekly rota.

We welcome applicants from apprentices and those starting a rewarding career in early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a nursery or Early Years setting.
• Warm, empathetic and energetic approach to working with young children.
• Strong communication with colleagues and parents.
• Understanding of safeguarding and safe working practices.
• Flexibility, resilience and passion for helping children flourish.
• Experience supporting children with SEND or First Aid qualifications would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for children in the nursery.
• Support planning and delivery of creative, age-appropriate activities tailored to individual needs.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with children and families, ensuring clear communication.
• Act as a Key Worker, observing and documenting each child’s progress with care and accuracy.
• Model a calm, nurturing approach and promote positive behaviour.
• Maintain a safe, clean and stimulating environment with high standards of care and hygiene.
• Support daily routines including mealtimes, rest, play and transitions.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to create a welcoming, inclusive setting.

Skills

Nursery/Early Years experience

Strong communication

Safeguarding knowledge

Flexibility

Job description

Akeley Wood Nursery and Junior School, part of Outcomes First Group, is seeking a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join the Early Years team at our Akeley Wood site in Buckingham. The role is full-time and permanent, offering a 40-hour week with shifts covering 8.00am–5.00pm or 9.00am–6.00pm on a weekly rota.

We welcome applicants from apprentices and those starting a rewarding career in early childhood education.