24 nursery assistant jobs found in Milton Keynes

Nursery Assistant Full-time - Monday - Friday Jubilee Wood - Fishermead We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our dedicated team at Jubilee Wood 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 Jubilee Wood  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.   We have two large garden areas plus an onsite Forest School woodland area. Outdoor play is a key aspect of Acorn’s ethos and the children benefit from spending time outdoors every day, whatever the weather. Included in our fees are regular Forest School...

Nursery Assistant Full-time - Monday - Friday Mulberry Bear - Open University Campus We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our dedicated team at Mulberry Bear 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 Mulberry Bear  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. The Acorns and Squirrels room caters for children aged four months to two years old. The Acorn room has 12 spaces and the Squirrels room has 16 spaces. It has a bright main play room, which offers a range of sensory play with a range of resources to support children’s physical, emotional and language development. There is a...

Nursery Assistant Full-time - Monday - Friday Deanshanger Nursery  We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our dedicated team at Deanshanger 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 Deanshanger Nursery  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 specialises 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...

At Caring Kindergartens, children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are currently looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a fairy godmother one day to firefighter the next, no two days are ever the same.  For this role, you will need a Level 3 qualification in childcare, be dedicated to your career progression and have the understanding that all children are unique and how their achievements should be celebrated whilst they are made to feel cherished and well cared for. Duties To work as part of a team and acting as key worker for a group of children –observing, recording and assessing their progress and development through the use of observations supported with photographic evidence; To develop high quality interactions with children, to build on and extend their thinking and learning; To plan, prepare and deliver a wide range of play experiences that promotes children’s physical, intellectual and emotional...

We are looking for a Bank Nursery Assistant for our Deanshanger Nursery.   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 specialises 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. Role: To support a holistic approach to the curriculum To ensure basic care needs of individual children are met To ensure a high level of well-being among children To...

Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant -  20 hours per week | Monday–Friday, 11:00–15:00 Cold Harbour Nursery - Bletchley We are looking for a Part-Time Lunchtime Assistant to join our friendly team at Cold Harbour Nursery.     About Cold Harbour Nursery Our day nursery is adjoined to an outdoor learning centre that builds on our popular Forest School provision and reputation for Forest School training. One of our key priorities is outdoor play and learning, which is clearly evident at Cold Harbour, where the outdoor environment and play area are available to the children all day, every day.   The nursery offers full and part-time care for up to 62 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.  The team strive to make the nursery a place where positive and close relationships with children and parents are welcomed and valued. They believe it is important to create a...

Lead Early Years Practitioner Acorn Early Years – Castlethorpe 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 Cold Harbour 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 –  Castlethorpe 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...

Nursery Administrator Acorn Early Years – Hedgerows - Netherfield Part time 08:00-13:30  Acorn Early Years is seeking an organised, friendly and proactive Nursery Administrator to join our warm and welcoming team at Hedgerows  Nursery . This is a vital role at the heart of the nursery, supporting families, staff and management to ensure the smooth day‑to‑day running of the setting. 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. The Acorns and Squirrels room caters for 15 children, aged four months to two years old. It has a bright main play room, a sleep area and nappy changing/toilet facilities and...

Early Years Apprentice 📍 Acorn Nursery, Deanshanger 🎓 Level 2 or Level 3 Apprenticeship Opportunity Full time - 36 hours per week Are you looking to start your career in early years and gain a recognised qualification while working? We are looking for an Early Years Apprentice to join our team at Acorn @ Deanshanger. This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn , working towards your Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive and nurturing environment. Acorn Early Years is a well-established not-for-profit childcare provider with over 35 years’ experience , delivering high-quality early years education across Milton Keynes, Northampton and Bedford. Our nurseries are built on strong values, including nature-based learning, child-centred practice, and professional development , and we are proud to have been recognised as a ‘Top 20 Recommended Nursery Group 2025’ by Day...

Nursery Manager Acorn Childcare - Cold Harbour Day Nursery & Nature Kindergarten Full Time | £37,440-£48,256 Per annum/£18-£23 Per hour If you are offered a Manager role, you will receive a £1000 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. Leadership Opportunity Are you an experienced Nursery Manager looking for an exciting opportunity to lead a nursery that has a strong outdoor learning ethos? At Acorn Cold Harbour , we are passionate about providing exceptional early years experiences that inspire curiosity, independence and a lifelong love of learning. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Manager to lead our talented team and continue driving outstanding outcomes for children, families and staff.  About Acorn Cold Harbour At the heart of Acorn Cold Harbour is our day nursery, where babies and young children receive high-quality care and early education in warm,...

Early Years Apprentice 📍 Acorn Nursery, Rowans - Fullers Slade 🎓 Level 2 or Level 3 Apprenticeship Opportunity Full time - 36 hours per week Are you looking to start your career in early years and gain a recognised qualification while working? We are looking for an Early Years Apprentice to join our team at Acorn @ Rowans.  This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn , working towards your Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive and nurturing environment. Acorn Early Years is a well-established not-for-profit childcare provider with over 35 years’ experience , delivering high-quality early years education across Milton Keynes, Northampton and Bedford. Our nurseries are built on strong values, including nature-based learning, child-centred practice, and professional development , and we are proud to have been recognised as a ‘Top 20 Recommended Nursery Group 2025’ by Day...

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.  We’re happy to offer flexibility with working hours to suit the right candidate. Depending on the needs of the nursery and availability, this role could be structured as three full days per week, mornings across five days, or afternoons across five days. Specific arrangements can be discussed further at interview. 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....

Senior Practitioner Acorn Early Years – Westcroft, Milton Keynes  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 Westcroft . 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. Our day nursery 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 3 outdoor play areas, giving children the opportunity to free-flow indorrs and outdoors to access a full range of activities.   The nursery offers full and part-time care for up to 92 children from the age...

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 – Wolverton Mill Acorn Early Years is seeking an experienced, passionate and confident Senior Practitioner / Third in Charge to join our leadership team at Wolverton Mill 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. 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....

Lead Early Years Practitioner 📍 Acorn Early Years – Hedgerows - Netherfield ⏰ 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 Hedgerows 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 – 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...

Early Years Practitioner - Qualified - Level 3 Acorn Early Years – Hedgerows - Netherfield If you are offered an EYP role, you will received a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period.  Full time 40 hours per week    We’re happy to offer flexibility with working hours to suit the right candidate. Depending on the needs of the nursery and availability, this role could be structured as three full days per week, mornings across five days, or afternoons across five days. Specific arrangements can be discussed further at interview. Acorn Early Years is looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team at Hedgerows Nursery. You must have a full & relevant Early Years Qualification. Minimum Level 3.  This is a fantastic opportunity for an early years professional who is passionate about delivering high‑quality care and education in...

Nursery Manager – Acorn at Hedgerows, Netherfield About the Role At Acorn Early Years, we believe every child deserves the very best start in life. We are looking for a passionate and values-driven Nursery Manager to lead Hedgerows Nursery, creating a warm, nurturing, and inspiring environment where children, families, and staff feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. This role is rooted in our commitment to working alongside families and communities, particularly those facing social and economic challenges and in partnership with the adjoining Family Centre. You will play a vital role in building strong relationships, supporting early intervention, and ensuring every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential. What You’ll Be Doing Inspiring Leadership Lead with compassion, integrity, and a clear commitment to putting children first Create a positive, inclusive culture where staff feel supported, motivated, and proud of their work...

Senior Practitioner Acorn Early Years – Cold Harbour - Bletchley   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 Cold Harbour . 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.     Our day nursery is adjoined to an outdoor learning centre that builds on our popular Forest School provision and reputation for Forest School training. One of our key priorities is outdoor play and learning, which is clearly evident at Cold Harbour, where the outdoor environment and play area are available to the children all day, every day.   The nursery offers full and...

Early Years Practitioner - Qualified Maternity Cover initially but offering a permanent contract - Can be placed at another Acorn Nursery on completion of maternity cover Acorn Early Years – Castlethorpe Nursery 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 Castlethorpe 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. 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....

Early Years Practitioner - Qualified Acorn Early Years – Deanshanger 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 Deanshanger 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.   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,...