Nursery Practitioner

Blenheim Schools; London Borough of Croydon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumnor House School (part of Blenheim Schools) is seeking a Nursery Practitioner to join our early years team. You will provide high-quality care for children aged 2-4, support learning experiences and act as a Key Worker under supervision of the class teacher.

The role requires safeguarding, strong communication and teamwork to help children thrive. With 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, the position offers a full-time contract and a salary up to £27,000 per annum depending on experience.

Qualifications

• A minimum Level 2 qualification in Early Years or Childcare (Level 3 desirable).
• Experience working within a nursery or early years setting.
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
• Experience supporting children aged 2-4 years.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Caring, reliable and nurturing approach.
• Ability to work independently and use your initiative when required.
• Commitment to safeguarding, child welfare and maintaining a safe learning environment.
• Proactive attitude towards professional development and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and supervision for children aged 2-4 years.
• Support the planning and delivery of engaging learning experiences tailored to individual needs.
• Act as a Key Worker, maintaining accurate observations and development records.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage children's confidence, independence and social development.
• Build positive, professional relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Maintain a safe, clean and stimulating nursery environment, ensuring resources and equipment are well cared for.
• Follow all safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality and nursery procedures.
• Keep accurate records relating to accidents, incidents and risk assessments.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure consistently high standards of care and education.
• Participate in team meetings, training and professional development opportunities.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the nursery and school community.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

Level 2 Early Years/Childcare

Level 3 Early Years (desirable)

Job description

Step Into Education That Truly Changes Lives

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.

Location: Cumnor House School

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Contract: Full Time

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: Up to £27,000.00 per annum (depending on experience)

About Cumnor House

Here at Cumnor House , we are dedicated to giving our children the perfect platform to achieve their potential. Our philosophy is to ensure that each student at Cumnor House is given the opportunity to develop not just on an educational level, but also socially. Therefore, our curriculum contains varied subjects and activities, ensuring that every child gets the most out of the time they spend at school.

By striking the perfect balance between disciplined learning practices and a friendly atmosphere we can be confident in providing the perfect environment for our children to flourish.

As part of the Blenheim Schools Group, we offer the warmth of a close-knit school community alongside the opportunities, expertise and support of a wider educational network.

Role Purpose

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play an important role in creating a safe, caring and engaging environment where children can learn, develop and thrive. Working closely with the class teacher and wider nursery team, you will support the delivery of high-quality early years provision, helping to meet each child's individual developmental, social and emotional needs.

In This Varied Role, You Will

• Provide high-quality care and supervision for children aged 2-4 years.
• Support the planning and delivery of engaging learning experiences tailored to individual needs.
• Act as a Key Worker, maintaining accurate observations and development records.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage children's confidence, independence and social development.
• Build positive, professional relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Maintain a safe, clean and stimulating nursery environment, ensuring resources and equipment are well cared for.
• Follow all safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality and nursery procedures.
• Keep accurate records relating to accidents, incidents and risk assessments.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure consistently high standards of care and education.
• Participate in team meetings, training and professional development opportunities.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the nursery and school community.

About You

We are looking for a warm, enthusiastic and dedicated individual who is passionate about supporting young children during the early stages of their development. You will be committed to providing high-quality care and learning experiences and enjoy working as part of a supportive team.

You Will Have

• A minimum Level 2 qualification in Early Years or Childcare (Level 3 desirable).
• Experience working within a nursery or early years setting.
• A good understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
• Experience supporting children aged 2-4 years.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• A caring, reliable and nurturing approach.
• The ability to work independently and use your initiative when required.
• A commitment to safeguarding, child welfare and maintaining a safe learning environment.
• A proactive attitude towards professional development and continuous learning.

About Blenheim Schools

Blenheim Schools is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools committed to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centres on truly understanding each child, their talents, character and aspirations by providing a personalised, ambitious education that helps every child to thrive.

We deliver a broad, enriching curriculum supported by tailored teaching and exceptional pastoral care. We celebrate individuality, nurture confidence and champion every learner so they can discover their strengths and achieve their potential.

Joining Blenheim Schools means becoming part of a collaborative, forward-thinking community that values creativity, inclusion and professional growth. Our teams are united by a shared belief in the power of education to transform lives and by a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families.

We are proud to be part of OFG Education, which in 2025 was officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth consecutive year.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales