Qualified Nursery Practitioner

Childbase Partnership Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 29,473 - 34,590; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave, rising to 28

75% childcare discount

Wellbeing support services

Access to online training and apprenticeships

Partnership Reward Days for additional time off

Job summary

Childbase Partnership Limited is seeking a Qualified Nursery Practitioner for their new nursery in Oxford. This role offers permanent contracts with flexible shift options between 07:30am and 18:30pm.

The ideal candidate will hold an early years qualification at level 2 or above and have a passion for creating engaging learning opportunities for children. Benefits include generous leave, childcare discounts, and career development support.

Qualifications

• You hold a DfE approved early years qualification at level 2 or above.
• Your knowledge of the EYFS enables you to plan and implement engaging activities for children.
• You ensure every child feels safe, valued, and happy.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement high-quality, engaging activities promoting learning through play.
• Observe, assess, and record children’s progress.
• Build strong and positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

Skills

Knowledge of EYFS

Creating learning opportunities

Safeguarding advocate

Strong communication

Education

DfE approved early years qualification at level 2 or above

Job description

Position Overview

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary at our BRAND NEW nursery (opened in May 2026). Role: Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or above). Location: Garsington Road Day Nursery | Cowley, Oxford | OX4 2DQ. Contract: Permanent | 18-40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern: Full and part‑time options available of 2-5 days a week | Shifts will fall between 07:30am-18:30pm. Salary: £29,473.60‑£34,590.40 per annum (pro‑rata) | £13.00‑£16.22 per hour.

About us

We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘careers, not jobs’, supporting one another to grow and succeed.

We are employee‑owned: Every colleague is a partner with a voice, who helps drive our success; when we do well, we each receive an annual tax‑free dividend.

We are number 1: Ranked top of the Nursery World league tables for our Ofsted outcomes.

We are community driven: Supporting causes close to our hearts, we’ve raised more than £3.5 million for charity.

We are environmentally responsible: Building a greener tomorrow, our nurseries all hold Green Flag awards and are powered by 100% renewable energy.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave: 23 days paid leave per annum (pro‑rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.
• Work‑life balance: Up to a further 20 paid days off each year through our Partnership Reward Days incentive; take your leave or sell the days you accrue, tax‑free.
• Childcare discount: 75% discount (or 40% grandparent discount) on your fees at any Childbase nursery, from day one.
• Exclusive partner benefits: Long‑service rewards, qualification bonuses and retail discounts.
• Wellbeing support: Free meals, mental health and occupational health support, flu jabs, eye care vouchers and a free will‑writing service.
• Career development: Team inset days, access to online training and apprenticeships through our academy.

Qualifications

You are a qualified early years professional: You hold a DfE approved early years qualification at level2 or above.

You are skilled in creating opportunities for learning: Your knowledge of the EYFS will enable you to work as a Key Person, planning and implementing high‑quality, engaging activities that promote learning through play; observing, assessing and recording children’s progress.

You are an advocate for safeguarding: You will ensure every child feels safe, valued, and happy and their well‑being is promoted.

You are collaborative: You enjoy working in partnership with children, parents and colleagues, effectively communicating and building strong and positive relationships.

We are an inclusive employer and we welcome applicants of all ages and backgrounds. We’re committed to FREDIE (fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement) and will consider any reasonable adjustments required.

Applicants must currently reside within a commutable distance of the nursery and hold suitable Right to Work in the UK; VISA sponsorship is not available. Safer recruitment checks apply, which include an Enhanced DBS check.