Level 3 Nursery Practitioner: Inspire Young Minds

Blenheim Schools; Northampton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Blenheim Schools is hiring a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner for Akeley Wood Nursery and Junior School in Buckingham. The role is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a permanent 52-week contract and a start in October 2026.

The successful candidate will be qualified to Level 3 in Childcare or Early Years, with a passion for early development, safeguarding, and building strong relationships with families and staff. UK applicants only; sponsorship not provided.

Qualifications

• Qualified to Level 3 in Childcare or Early Years required.
• Experience supporting children with SEND is beneficial.
• Paediatric First Aid would be beneficial, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Creating a nurturing, fun and engaging environment where children feel safe, happy and valued.
• Supporting children's learning and development through play-based activities and experiences.
• Building positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Acting as a Key Worker, observing, tracking and celebrating children's progress.
• Supporting daily routines including play, mealtimes, rest and transitions.
• Promoting positive behaviour and helping children develop confidence and independence.
• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, health, safety and wellbeing.
• Working collaboratively as part of a friendly and supportive nursery team.

Skills

Level 3 Childcare

Early Years

SEND experience

Communication with families

Education

Paediatric First Aid

Job description

Blenheim Schools is hiring a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner for Akeley Wood Nursery and Junior School in Buckingham. The role is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a permanent 52-week contract and a start in October 2026.

The successful candidate will be qualified to Level 3 in Childcare or Early Years, with a passion for early development, safeguarding, and building strong relationships with families and staff. UK applicants only; sponsorship not provided.