Nursery Practitioner

Grandir UK Limited; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 13,396 - 14,212; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

£500 refer a friend bonus

Flexible working options

Life assurance

Company pension scheme

Job summary

Grandir UK Limited in Milton Keynes seeks a caring Nursery Practitioner to join Head Start Day Nursery. The role involves supporting children's development and providing high-quality childcare in a nurturing environment.

We offer competitive pay, 33 days of annual leave, flexible working, and a range of family wellness benefits. Join a dedicated team focused on making a positive impact in children's lives today!

Qualifications

• Experience in a nursery or similar environment.
• Passion for working with children and promoting their development.
• Ability to work flexibly in a team.

Responsibilities

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery.
• Assume key carer responsibilities for designated children.
• Prepare and support children’s activities.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Relevant childcare qualification

DBS check

Job description

Job Description

Posted Tuesday 23 June 2026 at 05:00

Nursery Practitioner

Head Start Day Nursery in Milton Keynes

Part of Grandir UK

Salary £13,396.90 to £14,212 (depending on experience and qualifications with regular pay reviews)

Hours: Monday Wednesday Thursday Friday - 8:30am – 3pm, Tuesday 8:30am – 1:30pm (Term Time Only)

Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.

Our Head Start Day Nursery in Milton Keynes, is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join our team. You will play a key role in caring for, supporting and inspiring our children, encouraging curiosity and helping them thrive every day.

Core Benefits

• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period
• Christmas and New Year shutdown
• Flexible working options available
• £500 refer a friend bonus
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions
• Statutory Sick Pay from day 1
• Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65
• Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues

About Our Nursery

Head Start is a well-established nursery based at Milton Keynes Village Hall, offering a calm, welcoming environment for local families. Located in the heart of Milton Keynes Village, the nursery benefits from a peaceful setting, outdoor green space, and convenient on‑site parking.

Outdoor Area
Outdoor learning is an important part of our curriculum. Through Forest School sessions and daily outdoor play, children have opportunities to explore nature, build confidence, and develop key skills through hands‑on experiences.

What will you be doing

• Promotehigh standards of qualitywithin the nursery in respect of the environment, resources and experiences offered to children
• Assumekey carerresponsibilities for designated children
• Ensure that all children attending the nursery receiverich and stimulating experiencesappropriate to their age and stage of development
• Prepare andsupportchildren’s activities
• In the absence of the Team/Room Leader maintaineffective day‑to‑day managementof the environment
• Contribute to ensuring that practice and provision in the nursery meets the requirements of theEarly Years Foundation Stage
• Support and mentor students and un‑qualified staff to ensure delivery ofhigh‑quality childcare practice and maintain friendly, professional relationships with parents and carers

Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits

• Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks
• Paternity leave paid at 100 percent for 4 weeks
• Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid
• Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Wellbeing Day, an extra day off just for you
• The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years’ service

Even More Benefits

• Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M and S and major supermarkets
• 24 hour remote GP appointments
• Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy and alternative therapies
• Recognition, rewards and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams
• Tailored in‑house training and genuine progression opportunities
• Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI‑assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team.

Apply today. We review applications as they are received and may close the role early.