Nursery Practitioner

Completely Care Recruitment Consultants Ltd; Wantage; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing support access

Staff events and team celebrations

Job summary

Completely Care Recruitment Consultants Ltd in Wantage, Oxfordshire, is seeking a Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or Level 3) to join a friendly nursery team. This full-time role offers a competitive salary up to £28,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.

You will provide high‑quality care and education in line with EYFS, observe and record progress, and build strong relationships with children, families, and staff while supporting safeguarding and welfare standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and providing high standards of childcare.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education for children in line with the EYFS framework.
• Create fun, engaging and stimulating learning opportunities that support children’s development.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues.
• Observe, assess and record children’s progress and development.
• Support children’s individual needs and interests through child-centred activities.
• Maintain a safe, secure and welcoming environment.
• Work as part of a team to deliver outstanding early years practice.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote the welfare of all children.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Company: Completely Care Recruitment Consultants Ltd

Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or Level 3 Qualified)

Location: Wantage, Oxfordshire

Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)

Hours: Full-time

Completely Care is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and respected early years provider for a passionate and dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join a friendly and supportive nursery team in Wantage.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Early Years professional who is passionate about making a positive difference in children’s lives and wants to work within a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to learn, explore and develop.

The successful candidate will play an important role in delivering high-quality care and education, supporting children’s development and creating a safe, engaging environment where every child can thrive.

Whether you are a Level 2 qualified practitioner looking to develop your career or a Level 3 practitioner seeking a rewarding new opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary of up to £28,000 per annum


• Full-time position


• Opportunities for career progression within a supportive nursery group


• Ongoing training and professional development


• Supportive and experienced management team


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Access to wellbeing support


• Staff events and team celebrations


• A welcoming and inclusive working environment

The Role

• Provide high-quality care and education for children in line with the EYFS framework.


• Create fun, engaging and stimulating learning opportunities that support children’s development.


• Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues.


• Observe, assess and record children’s progress and development.


• Support children’s individual needs and interests through child-centred activities.


• Maintain a safe, secure and welcoming environment.


• Work as part of a team to deliver outstanding early years practice.


• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote the welfare of all children.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development.


• Knowledge and understanding of the EYFS framework.


• Strong communication and teamwork skills.


• A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach.


• A commitment to safeguarding and providing the highest standards of childcare.

Safeguarding

The successful applicant will be required to complete safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and right to work verification. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is essential.

Our client is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and all recruitment decisions are made fairly based on skills, experience and suitability for the role.