26 jobs found in milton keynes

Senior Practitioner Acorn Early Years – Jubilee Wood Nursery, Milton Keynes - Fishermead  If you are offered a Senior EYP role, you will receive a £1000 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. Acorn Early Years is seeking an experienced, confident and passionate Senior Practitioner to join the leadership team at Jubilee Wood Nursery . This role is ideal for an early years professional who is ready to take on additional responsibility, support staff development and help drive high‑quality practice across the nursery while remaining hands‑on with children. The nursery is situated next to Jubilee Wood Primary School, located in Fishermead, a short walk from Central Milton Keynes. We offer full and part-time care for up to 82 children from the age of four months to four years, and are open from 7.30am to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.     About the Role Working closely with the Nursery...

Nursery Assistant Full-time - Monday - Friday Castlethorpe Nursery  We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our dedicated team at Castlethorpe Nursery . This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting high-quality early years care in a nurturing, child‑centred environment. This is a full time position, 40 hours per week.  About Hedgerows Castlethorpe nursery is a lovely converted chapel situated in a quiet village a few miles north of Milton Keynes. It was the first Acorn nursery to open and was established in 1989.  We offer full and part-time care for up to 36 children from the age of four months to four years, and are open from 7.30am to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.  Acorn was recently awarded the ‘Top 20 Recommended Nursery Group 2025’ by Day Nurseries, recognising consistently high customer reviews. With over 35 years’ experience , Acorn is a leading not‑for‑profit...

Nursery Assistant Full-time - Monday - Friday  📍 Cold Harbour Nursery (Acorn), Bletchley We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our dedicated team at Cold Harbour Nursery (Acorn) . This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting high-quality early years care in a nurturing, child‑centred environment. About Cold Harbour Nursery (Acorn) Cold Harbour Nursery is located in Bletchley and is adjoined to an outdoor learning centre , building on Acorn’s strong Forest School provision and reputation for Forest School training. A key priority at Cold Harbour is outdoor play and learning , with children having access to the outdoor environment all day, every day , supporting confidence, curiosity and wellbeing through nature‑based experiences. The nursery offers full and part-time care for up to 54 children , aged four months to four years , and is open Monday to Friday, 7.30am–6.15pm, all year...

Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant 20 hours per week | Monday–Friday, 11:00–15:00 About Acorn Early Years – Kents Hill Our nursery building at Kents Hill has been designed in an innovative octagonal shape with a central atrium and light and spacious rooms. The nursery benefits from large garden areas which can be accessed from each of the rooms; this gives the children the opportunity to free-flow indoors and outdoors to access a full range of activities. The nursery have pet chickens who roam freely in part of the garden throughout the day, enabling the children to collect eggs and then take turns to take eggs home. The Nursery is currently being expanded with custom buildings which will enable us to offer a further 20 places. We offer full and part-time care for up to 60 children from the age of four months to four years, and are open from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. About the Role As a Lunchtime Assistant, you will play an important role...

Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant 20 hours per week | Monday–Friday, 11:00–15:00 About Acorn Early Years – Wolverton Mill Acorn Wolverton Mill provides high quality, affordable childcare and early years education for the local community.  The building is purpose built with four spacious play areas indoors, with direct access to four play areas which allows the children to free-flow continuously. We have active CCTV in place throughout the nursery to help maintain a safe and secure environment for your child.  Wolverton Mill offers full and part time care for up to 84 children from the ages of 4 months to 4 years, and we are open from 7:30am – 6pm Monday to Friday all year round. About the Role As a Lunchtime Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting children during the middle of their day, helping to create a calm, safe and enjoyable mealtime experience. Working hours: 20 hours per week Monday to Friday 11:00–15:00 each day All...

Nursery Assistant Full time - 40 hours per week - Monday - Friday 📍Shenley Nursery - Acorn We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our dedicated team at Shenley Nursery (Acorn) . This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting high-quality early years care in a nurturing, child‑centred environment. About our Nursery Our lovely nursery building, in the heart of the old Shenley Church End village was formerly the primary school, and retains the character of the original Victorian architecture. The rooms have been sympathetically refurbished to provide light and spacious play areas. In this supportive environment, your child will be able to learn and develop through play and creativity. About the Role As a Nursery Assistant, you will support a holistic approach to the curriculum, helping to ensure the wellbeing, development and learning of all children in your care. You will work as part...

We are looking for an anthusiastic Tea Time Assistant for our Shenley Churh End Nursery.  Our lovely nursery building, in the heart of the old Shenley Church End village was formerly the primary school, and retains the character of the original Victorian architecture. The rooms have been sympathetically refurbished to provide light and spacious play areas. In this supportive environment, your child will be able to learn and develop through play and creativity. We offer full and part-time care for up to 48 children from the age of four months to four years, and are open from 7.30am to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.  This is a part time position, 12.5 hours a week, Monday - Friday 3.30-6pm Key responsibilities:  Supervising children  during tea time activities, ensuring their safety and well-being. Encouraging cooperation  and positive interactions among children. Monitoring children's behavior  and providing support as needed....

Early Years Practitioner - Qualified Acorn Early Years – Mulberry Bear, Milton Keynes - Open University Campus If you are offered an EYP role, you will received a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period.  Acorn Early Years is looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team at Mulberry Bear Nursery . You must have a full & relevant Early Years Qualification. Minimum Level 2.  This is a fantastic opportunity for an early years professional who is passionate about delivering high‑quality care and education in a nurturing, child‑centred environment.   Acorn at Mulberry Bear is a 62 place day nursery in Milton Keynes, which offers full and part-time care for children aged four months to four years, and is open 7:30am until 6.00pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. All Acorn nurseries are closed for all bank holidays, between Christmas...

Early Years Practitioner - Qualified Acorn Early Years – Westcroft Nursery, Milton Keynes If you are offered an EYP role, you will received a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period.  Acorn Early Years is looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team at Westcroft Nursery . You must have a full & relevant Early Years Qualification. Minimum Level 2.  This is a fantastic opportunity for an early years professional who is passionate about delivering high‑quality care and education in a nurturing, child‑centred environment. Acorn at Westcroft is situated in the Westcroft District Centre, and is adjacent to our training centre where we host training for our staff and other early years professionals. The nursery has three outdoor play areas, giving children the opportunity to free-flow indoors and outdoors to access a full range of...

Nursery Assistant Full-time and Part-time opportunities available Jubilee Wood Nursery - Fishermead We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our dedicated team at Jubilee Wood  This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting high-quality early years care in a nurturing, child‑centred environment. About Cold Harbour Nursery (Acorn) The nursery is situated next to Jubilee Wood Primary School, located in Fishermead, a short walk from Central Milton Keynes. We offer full and part-time care for up to 82 children from the age of four months to four years, and are open from 7.30am to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.   Acorn was recently awarded the ‘Top 20 Recommended Nursery Group 2025’ by Day Nurseries, recognising consistently high customer reviews. With over 35 years’ experience, Acorn is a leading not‑for‑profit childcare provider across Milton Keynes, Northampton and Bedford,...

Early Years Lead Practitioner Acorn Early Years – Jubilee Wood Nursery, Milton Keynes Full time | Monday–Friday | 8 hours per day Acorn Early Years is seeking an experienced, motivated and passionate Early Years Lead Practitioner to join our team at Jubilee Wood Acorn Nursery . This is a full‑time, permanent role , ideal for a confident Level 3 practitioner who is ready to take on increased responsibility, support their team and continue developing their leadership skills while remaining hands‑on in practice. About the Role As an Early Years Lead Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting the day‑to‑day running of your room, role modelling high‑quality early years practice and mentoring colleagues. Working closely with the Senior Practitioner and Deputy Manager, you will help drive quality, consistency and positive outcomes for children, families and staff. This role provides a strong foundation for progression into senior leadership within...

Nursery Assistant Full-time and Part-time opportunities available Acorn @ Westcroft We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our dedicated team at Westcroft  This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting high-quality early years care in a nurturing, child‑centred environment. About our Nursery Acorn at Westcroft is situated in the Westcroft District Centre, and is adjacent to our training centre where we host training for our staff and other early years professionals. The nursery has three outdoor play areas, giving children the opportunity to free-flow indoors and outdoors to access a full range of activities. Acorn places a strong emphasis on outdoor play and learning, and the children will be outdoors at some point every day, whatever the weather. Included in our fees are regular Forest School sessions. These exciting educational experiences are suitable for pre-schoolers and are delivered...

We are looking for an enthusastic and passionate Nursery Assistant to join our Nursery in Deanshanger.  We’re thrilled to announce that our brand-new nursery in the heart of Deanshanger village is now open and welcoming children! Nestled next to the community centre, our nursery is located in the former Deanshanger pre-school building, a space that served local families for many years. We’re proud to bring it back to life with a fresh vision and a deep commitment to early years care. Our Deanshanger nursery will specialise in the under three age group, welcoming babies and toddlers under three years of age initially, offering a nurturing, stimulating environment where little ones can thrive. With a beautiful garden space and a strong emphasis on outdoor play, babies and toddlers will enjoy daily access to the outdoors, rain or shine! We have active CCTV in place throughout the nursery to help maintain a safe and secure environment for your child. This is a full time...

Deputy Nursery Manager Acorn Early Years – New Bradwell Nursery - Full time position  📍 New Bradwell, Milton Keynes Acorn Early Years is seeking a confident, passionate and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to join our leadership team at New Bradwell Nursery . This is a key leadership role for an early years professional who is committed to high‑quality practice, strong team development and excellent outcomes for children and families. Acorn at New Bradwell is a small and friendly nursery, situated in its own building within the grounds of New Bradwell School. It has its own enclosed playground and offers a range of fun and engaging activities, including Forest School for the Oaks children. We offer full and part-time care for up to 37 children from the age of four months to four years and are open from 7.30am to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday, all year round.  About the Role Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you will support the effective...

Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant - Qualification in Early Years required, Minimum level 2 20 hours per week | Monday–Friday, 11:00–15:00 📍 Cold Harbour Nursery (Acorn), Bletchley We are looking for a Qualified (Level 2 and above)  Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant to join our friendly team at Cold Harbour Nursery (Acorn) , supporting children during a key part of their day in a caring and nurturing environment. About Cold Harbour Nursery (Acorn) Cold Harbour Nursery is located in Bletchley and is adjoined to an outdoor learning centre , building on our strong Forest School provision and reputation for Forest School training. One of our key priorities is outdoor play and learning . At Cold Harbour, children have access to the outdoor environment all day, every day , supporting confidence, curiosity and wellbeing through nature-based experiences. The nursery offers full and part-time care for up to 54 children , aged four months to four years , and is open...

Nursery Assistant Kents Hill Nursery  We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our dedicated team at Kents Hill Nursery . This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting high-quality early years care in a nurturing, child‑centred environment. This is a full time position, 40 hours per week. Flecible on 5 days Mon-Fri or 4 days (10 hour shift) About Acorn Early Years – Kents Hill Our nursery building at Kents Hill has been designed in an innovative octagonal shape with a central atrium and light and spacious rooms. The nursery benefits from large garden areas which can be accessed from each of the rooms; this gives the children the opportunity to free-flow indoors and outdoors to access a full range of activities. The nursery have pet chickens who roam freely in part of the garden throughout the day, enabling the children to collect eggs and then take turns to take eggs home. The Nursery is...

Lead Early Years Practitioner 📍 Acorn Early Years – Kents Hill ⏰ Full-time / Permanent If you are offered a Lead  EYP role, you will receive a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. Are you an experienced Early Years Practitioner looking to take the next step in your career? Acorn Early Years at Kents Hill is seeking a passionate and motivated Early Years Lead Practitioner to support high-quality practice and develop leadership skills within our setting. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys being a positive role model, supporting colleagues, and working closely with senior staff while continuing to provide outstanding care and education for children.   About Acorn Early Years – Kents Hill Our nursery building at Kents Hill has been designed in an innovative octagonal shape with a central atrium and light and spacious rooms. The nursery benefits from large garden areas which can be...

Senior Practitioner / Third in Charge If you are offered a Senior EYP role, you will receive a £1000 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. Acorn Early Years – Castlethorpe Nursery 📍 Castlethorpe, Milton Keynes Acorn Early Years is seeking an experienced, passionate and confident Senior Practitioner / Third in Charge to join our leadership team at Castlethorpe Nursery . This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished early years professional who is ready to take the next step in leadership while remaining hands‑on with high‑quality practice. Castlethorpe nursery is a lovely, converted chapel situated in a quiet village a few miles north of Milton Keynes. It was the first Acorn nursery to open and was established in 1989.  We offer full and part-time care for up to 36 children from the age of four months to four years, and are open from 7.30am to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, all year round....

Nursery Assistant Full-time and Part-time opportunities available 📍 Hedgerows Nursery - Netherfield We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our dedicated team at Hedgerows Nursery . This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting high-quality early years care in a nurturing, child‑centred environment. This is a full time position, 40 hours per week. Flecible on 5 days Mon-Fri or 4 days (10 hour shift) About Hedgerows Acorn at Hedgerows is a 43 place day nursery in Netherfield, Milton Keynes. Attached to the Hedgerows family centre, the nursery transferred to us from Milton Keynes Council and offers fully-funded places for eligible 2, 3 and 4 year olds. The nursery offers full and part-time care for children aged four months to four years, and is open 7:30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. All Acorn nurseries are closed for all bank holidays, between Christmas and new year, plus our...

If you are offered a EYP role, you will receive a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. We are looking for inspirational Level 2 and 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners to join our Ofsted "Outstanding" nursery in Kents Hill, Milton Keynes. Our nursery building at Kents Hill has been designed in an innovative octagonal shape with a central atrium and light and spacious rooms. The nursery benefits from large garden areas which can be accessed from each of the rooms; this gives the children the opportunity to free-flow indoors and outdoors to access a full range of activities. The nursery have pet chickens who roam freely in part of the garden throughout the day, enabling the children to collect eggs and then take turns to take eggs home. The Nursery is currently being expanded with custom buildings which will enable us to offer a further 20 places. We offer full and part-time care for up to 60 children from the age of...