147 early years practitioner nursery nurse jobs found in Oxford

Location: Julia Durbin Day Nursery | Headington, Oxford | OX3 7JU (next to Churchill Hospital). Contract: Permanent | 18–40 hours per week | 52 weeks per year. Working pattern: Choose from 2, 3, 4 or 5 full days per week | Shifts between 07:00–18:30, Monday–Friday Salary: £27,040–£33,737.60 per annum (pro-rata) | £13.00–£16.22 per hour Welcome bonus: Up to £2,000 for eligible new Level 3+ colleagues working 30–40 hours per week* Looking for an early years role with more flexibility? Join our team at Julia Durbin Day Nursery in Headington, Oxford, where you can build a working pattern that fits around your life.  Whether you're looking for 18 hours across 2 days or a full-time 40-hour week, we'd love to hear from qualified early years professionals who are passionate about giving children the very best start. And if you're Level 3 qualified and looking for 30–40 hours per week, you could receive a £2,000 welcome bonus when you join us.* Why you'll love...

Location: Sandfield Day Nursery | Headington, Oxford | OX3 7RH (on the John Radcliffe Hospital site). Contract: Permanent | 18–40 hours per week | 52 weeks per year. Working pattern: Choose from 2, 3, 4 or 5 full days per week | Shifts between 07:00–18:30, Monday–Friday. Salary: £27,040–£33,737.60 per annum (pro-rata) | £13.00–£16.22 per hour. Welcome bonus: Up to £2,000 for eligible new Level 3+ colleagues working 30–40 hours per week*. Looking for an early years role with more flexibility? Join our team at Sandfield Day Nursery in Headington, Oxford, where you can build a working pattern that fits around your life.  Whether you're looking for 18 hours across 2 days or a full-time 40-hour week, we'd love to hear from qualified early years professionals who are passionate about giving children the very best start. And if you're Level 3 qualified and looking for 30–40 hours per week, you could receive a £2,000 welcome bonus when you join us.* Why...

Location:  Garsington Road Day Nursery | Cowley, Oxford | OX4 2DQ Contract: Permanent | 18–40 hours per week | 52 weeks per year Working pattern: Choose from 2, 3, 4 or 5 full days per week | Shifts between 07:30–18:30, Monday–Friday Salary: £27,040–£33,737.60 per annum (pro-rata) | £13.00–£16.22 per hour Welcome bonus: Up to £2,000 for eligible new Level 3+ colleagues working 30–40 hours per week*   Looking for an early years role with more flexibility? Join our team at Garsington Road Day Nursery in Cowley, Oxford, where you can build a working pattern that fits around your life. Whether you're looking for 18 hours across 2 days or a full-time 40-hour week, we'd love to hear from qualified early years professionals who are passionate about giving children the very best start. And if you're Level 3 qualified and looking for 30–40 hours per week, you could receive a £2,000 welcome bonus when you join us.*   Why you'll love working with us...

We are seeking dedicated and passionate, level 3 in childcare qualified, Early Years Practitioners to join our childcare team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the development and well-being of young children within a nurturing and stimulating environment. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with a background in childcare or early childhood education to make a positive impact on children's lives while developing their management and leadership skills. A valid driving licence is desirable to facilitate transportation needs related to the role. Responsibilities Plan and deliver engaging activities that promote early childhood development in accordance with curriculum guidelines Support children’s social, emotional, and physical development through personalised care and guidance Foster a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for children, parents, and colleagues Monitor and record children’s progress, behaviour,...

Early Years Senior Practitioner Apprenticeship - Level 5 - Hopcroft Childcare Shoots Training are seeking a motivated, reliable and enthusiastic individual as an apprentice to complete their Level 5 Childcare qualification with Hopcroft Childcare at their Meadows Road setting. Peapods Henley has the same homely feel as our nursery school in Peppard, offering spacious surroundings using natural materials, to give the same welcoming, friendly atmosphere, that our Peppard families have become so fond of. Peapods Henley follows the same childcare and education ethos that we promote, in our nursery school in Peppard, in order to maintain the excellent reputation, we have in local primary schools that, "Peapods children are always independent, and have great social skills".  Although we do not have our own private field like the one in Peppard, we do have 2 large enclosed outdoor balconies, giving the children constant access to fresh air play. We also plan to make...

Early Years Educator Level 3 We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated, and passionate early years educator?  Join our well-established team in High Wycombe (Handy Cross) and be part of a nurturing environment where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives and develop your career in early years.    Position: Early Years Educator Hours: 40 hours per week (option to condense 40 hours over 4 days) Salary Level 3: from £29,120 per annum Opening Hours: 7.30 am to 6.30 pm About Our Nursery: We are a family-run business with 25 years of experience and eight beautiful nurseries across Buckinghamshire and West London. Our High Wycombe setting is especially close to our hearts – a truly unique nursery nestled in the heart of the community.  Celebrating its 6th birthday in 2025, the nursery was lovingly transformed into a vibrant early year setting by our founders, Olivia and Tim. Thoughtfully designed...

Nursery Practitioner Level 2 We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated, and passionate early years educator?  Join our well-established team in High Wycombe (Handy Cross) and be part of a nurturing environment where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives and develop your career in early years.  Position: Nursery Practitioner Hours: 40 hours per week (option to condense 40 hours over 4 days) Salary Level 2: from £27,477 per annum Opening Hours: 7.30 am to 6.30 pm About Our Nursery: We are a family-run business with 25 years of experience and eight beautiful nurseries across Buckinghamshire and West London. Our High Wycombe setting is especially close to our hearts – a truly unique nursery nestled in the heart of the community.  Celebrating its 6th birthday in 2025, the nursery was lovingly transformed into a vibrant early year setting by our founders, Olivia and Tim. Thoughtfully designed with...

Flexible Nursery Practitioner / Bank Worker We Are Recruiting: Are you an enthusiastic and dependable Nursery Practitioner looking for a role that offers flexibility to suit your busy lifestyle? A Bank (zero hours) position with us could be the perfect fit! Join our Hungry Caterpillar Bank Team and enjoy the freedom of flexible working, while making a real difference in the lives of young children. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, we’d love to hear from you! Position: Flexible Nursery Practitioner / Bank Worker Hours: 8am-1pm / 1pm-6pm / 8am-6pm,  Monday to Friday (To suit your availability)  Hourly Rate for Unqualified: £11.00 - £13.00  (£12.33 – 14.57 inc rolled up holiday pay) Hourly Rate for Level 2 Qualified: £13.50  (£15.13 inc rolled up holiday pay) Hourly Rate for Level 3 Qualified: £14.50  (£16.25 inc rolled up holiday pay) About Our Nurseries: We are a family-run business...

Nursery Lunch Cover We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated Lunchtime Nursery Practitioner? Join our well-established team in High Wycombe and be part of a nurturing environment where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives and develop your career in early years. Position: Nursery Lunch Cover Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm (15 hours a week) Monday to Friday, all year round Hourly Rate: £12.80 - £14.00 (dependant on if level 2/3 qualified) Experience / Qualifications - What you will bring to the role: Essential criteria Current Food Hygiene certificate. Experience of working with young children. Good communication skills. Commitment to equal opportunities Commitment to working with young children and families. Friendly and flexible approach at work which facilitates the development of effective relationships. Desirable criteria Current first aid certificate Relevant...

Nursery Practitioner – Level 3 Qualified Full time offering stability and further career progression. Person Specification Essential Skills and Experience of the Nursery Practitioner: · Knowledge of OFSTED, EYFS and other relevant childcare policies and programs · Sound knowledge of safeguarding · Natural affinity to children · Strong communication skills · Ability to work well in a team and independently · Reliable and trustworthy · Able to build relationships with others · Strong customer service skills · Ability to work under pressure · Caring nature · Energetic · Willing to learn and progress further in knowledge     For more information on these Nursery Practitioner roles APPLY today.  

New Opportunity in Reading for an Early Years Educator            Are you looking for a new Early Years Educator opportunity in a nursery that will truly appreciate and reward you for your hard work?       We are looking for a dedicated Early Years Educator to start a permanent position at this welcoming and vibrant nursery located in Reading.         With local transport links and staff parking, this nursery is easy to access and is a short walk from lovely parks for after work strolls.         The supportive leadership team are focused on staff well-being and really value and care about every member of the team. As an Early Years Educator, you will have plenty of opportunities for further training for career progression with which the management team will be supportive and encouraging. There are also Room Leader role opportunities at this nursery.       As an Early Years Educator, you will be working full-time at this caring and family-oriented nursery. There is a real focus on...

If you are offered an EYP role you will receive a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. We are looking for inspirational Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners to join one of our nurseries in Milton Keynes, we have vacancies at a number of our Nurseries within Milton Keynes at the following sites:  Castlethorpe Bletchley Emberton Kents Hill The Open University campus Wolverton Mill Please let us know which nursery you are interetsted in. We may have a discusion with you regarding location based on your sutiability and experience. To see our locations, go to: https://www.acornearlyyears.org.uk/Pages/Category/find-a-nursery Ideally, the role will be 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday working between 0730 and 18.15. Part time may be considered. We’re proud to be one of the leading childcare providers in Milton Keynes, Northampton and Bedford with over 30 years’ experience who...

Lead with heart. Inspire your team. Help little people thrive. Senior Nursery Practitioner – Team Leader Caring Kindergartens | Where little moments make a big difference. Are you ready to take the next step in your Early Years career and help others shine along the way? At Caring Kindergartens, we believe that exceptional childcare starts with people who care. People who see the potential in every child, bring out the best in their colleagues and understand that the smallest moments can make the biggest difference. From supporting a child's first steps towards independence to helping a colleague develop their confidence, every day brings opportunities to make a lasting impact. We're looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and motivated Senior Nursery Practitioner to lead and inspire a team , combining a passion for working directly with children with the confidence to support colleagues and drive high-quality practice. This is an opportunity for someone...

Big imaginations. Little people. A career that matters. Nursery Practitioner – Level 3 Qualified Caring Kindergartens | Helping little people grow, every day. Do you believe the little things you do today can make a big difference tomorrow? At Caring Kindergartens, we believe childhood should be full of curiosity, discovery, laughter and opportunities to grow. Every child is unique, every achievement deserves celebrating, and every day brings a new opportunity to make a difference. One day, you could be helping a budding scientist explore the world around them. The next, joining a teddy bear's picnic, building an incredible den or helping a little one discover the confidence to try something new. And somewhere amongst the paint-covered fingers, muddy wellies, curious questions and proud little smiles, you'll be doing something truly important: helping children build the foundations for their future. We're looking for a passionate, caring and enthusiastic...

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 Castlethorpe 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...

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....

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...

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,...