165 nursery assistant jobs found in Milton Keynes

Nursery Assistant Wolverton Mill We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our dedicated team at Wolverton Mill 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 – 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.  Acorn place a strong emphasis on outdoor play and learning and the children at Wolverton Mill will have the opportunity to freely...

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 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...

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...

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...

Nursery Assistant Full-time - Monday - Friday  Emberton Nursery  We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our dedicated team at Emberton (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 Emberton Nursery We are located in what was the old school in the lovely village of Emberton, near Olney. We have adapted the building to younger children and added our Acorn touch, whilst retaining the character of the original architecture. We have developed the expansive outside area into an outdoor learning centre, which we offer a nature kindergarten during term-time for 3-4 year olds, and an outdoor playscheme in school holidays, for school aged children. In the nursery, we offer full and part-time care for up to 37 places for babies, toddlers and pre-school children, and are open from 7.30am to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, all...

Purpose of post Ensure all children are safeguarded and their welfare and safety is promoted Work under the direction of the Manager and deputise for him/her as and when required Supports the aims and objectives of the nursery and assist the Manager in the organisation of a high-quality establishment for children from birth to five/eight/twelve years Provide high standards of care and early learning, including monitoring and reviewing provision and provide a safe, caring environment to enable the personal, emotional, social and educational development of children, through individual attention and group activities Supports the team to provide an enabling environment in which all individual children can play, learn and develop Directed and support staff as agreed by the Deputy Manager and Nursery Directors.    Responsible to: Nursery Directors/Deputy Manager   Main duties Follow the nursery safeguarding procedure to ensure...

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Nursery Assistant/Unqualified Nursery Practitioner. Location:  Garsington Road Day Nursery | Cowley, Oxford | OX4 2DQ. Contract:  Permanent | 37.5-40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Varied shifts Monday-Friday between 07:30-18:30. Salary:  £26,769.60 per annum (pro-rata) | £12.87 per hour. 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.  Why join us? 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...

Opportunity to Start Your Career in Early Years!  Hours: Minimum 30 hours per week Salary: Competitive – Earn while you learn! Are you passionate about working with young children? Looking to start a rewarding career in early years but don’t have a qualification yet? We’ve got the perfect opportunity for you! Join our outstanding nursery provision, where children thrive and so do our staff. We’re not your typical nursery – our setting is unique, spacious, and full of heart. With large, roomy rooms, a nurturing and inclusive approach, and a fantastic behaviour management policy, we create an environment where both children and practitioners are supported to shine. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for a fresh opportunity, we’re ready to welcome someone with a kind heart, a positive attitude, and a genuine love for working with children. Minimum 30 hours per week – with flexibility for the right person. Come and be part of something special – where...

Role Summary As an Nursery Assistant, you will work within a nursery setting to deliver high-quality care and education to young children. You will plan and implement activities, support children’s developmental needs, and collaborate with colleagues and parents to create a positive and inclusive environment, ensuring compliance with early years standards. Key Responsibilities Child Development and Care: Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children’s learning and development in line with early years frameworks (e.g., EYFS or equivalent). Observe and assess children’s progress, maintaining accurate records and sharing updates with parents and colleagues. Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that meets the individual needs of each child. Team Collaboration: Work closely with Room Leaders and other practitioners to ensure a cohesive approach to care and education. Support colleagues in maintaining a positive and collaborative...

Key Responsibilities Child Development and Care: Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children’s learning and development in line with early years frameworks (e.g., EYFS or equivalent). Observe and assess children’s progress, maintaining accurate records and sharing updates with parents and colleagues. Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that meets the individual needs of each child. Team Collaboration: Work closely with Room Leaders and other practitioners to ensure a cohesive approach to care and education. Support colleagues in maintaining a positive and collaborative team environment. Contribute to team meetings and share insights to improve practices within the room or nursery. Parent Engagement: Build trusting relationships with parents through regular communication, updates, and informal discussions. Address parental queries and provide feedback on their child’s progress and experiences. Operational Duties: Assist in...

About the Role Key Responsibilities Child Development and Care: Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children’s learning and development in line with early years frameworks (e.g., EYFS or equivalent). Observe and assess children’s progress, maintaining accurate records and sharing updates with parents and colleagues. Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that meets the individual needs of each child. Team Collaboration: Work closely with Room Leaders and other practitioners to ensure a cohesive approach to care and education. Support colleagues in maintaining a positive and collaborative team environment. Contribute to team meetings and share insights to improve practices within the room or nursery. Parent Engagement: Build trusting relationships with parents through regular communication, updates, and informal discussions. Address parental queries and provide feedback on their child’s progress and experiences. Operational...

About the Role Role Summary As an Nursery Assistant, you will work within a nursery setting to deliver high-quality care and education to young children. You will plan and implement activities, support children’s developmental needs, and collaborate with colleagues and parents to create a positive and inclusive environment, ensuring compliance with early years standards. Key Responsibilities Child Development and Care : Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children’s learning and development in line with early years frameworks (e.g., EYFS or equivalent). Observe and assess children’s progress, maintaining accurate records and sharing updates with parents and colleagues. Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that meets the individual needs of each child. Team Collaboration : Work closely with Room Leaders and other practitioners to ensure a cohesive approach to care and education. Support colleagues...

Role Summary As an Early Years Practitioner (Level 3), you will work within a nursery setting to deliver high-quality care and education to young children. You will plan and implement activities, support children’s developmental needs, and collaborate with colleagues and parents to create a positive and inclusive environment, ensuring compliance with early years standards. Key Responsibilities Child Development and Care: Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children’s learning and development in line with early years frameworks (e.g., EYFS or equivalent). Observe and assess children’s progress, maintaining accurate records and sharing updates with parents and colleagues. Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that meets the individual needs of each child. Team Collaboration: Work closely with Room Leaders and other practitioners to ensure a cohesive approach to care and education. Support colleagues in maintaining a...

To deliver a high standard of learning, development and care for children aged 2-5 years. ● To ensure that the preschool nursery is a safe environment for children, staff and others. ● To developing partnerships with parents/carers to increase involvement in their child’s development. ● To be responsible for any tasks delegated by the Deputy Nursery Manager/Nursery Manager ● To complete all academic aspects of the apprenticeship to provide a safe, caring, stimulating educational environment, both indoors and outdoors, at all times. ● To deliver an appropriate play based Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum that enables children to make individual progress. ● To understand and work to the nurseries policies and procedures, including how to deal with child protection issues appropriately and how to respond to incidents, accidents, complaints and emergencies. ● To plan activities which ensure each child is supported. ● To be a key person. ● To ensure records are properly...

To deliver a high standard of learning, development and care for children aged 2-5 years. ● To ensure that the preschool nursery is a safe environment for children, staff and others. ● To developing partnerships with parents/carers to increase involvement in their child’s development. ● To be responsible for any tasks delegated by the Deputy Nursery Manager/Nursery Manager ● To complete all academic aspects of the apprenticeship to provide a safe, caring, stimulating educational environment, both indoors and outdoors, at all times. ● To deliver an appropriate play based Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum that enables children to make individual progress. ● To understand and work to the nurseries policies and procedures, including how to deal with child protection issues appropriately and how to respond to incidents, accidents, complaints and emergencies. ● To plan activities which ensure each child is supported. ● To be a key person. ● To ensure records are properly...

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary at our BRAND NEW nursery (opened in May 2026).   Role:  Kitchen Assistant | Preparing meals for up to 124 children aged 6 weeks-5 years old. Location:  Garsington Road Day Nursery | Cowley, Oxford | OX4 2DQ. Contract: Permanent; to start in September/October 2026 | 37.5 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Varied shifts Monday-Friday between 07:30-18:30. Salary:  £25,096.50 per annum (pro-rata) | £12.87 per hour.   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.    Why join us? 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...

Housekeeper / Kitchen Assistant Colliers Wood, SW19 | £33,696 | Full-Time | Daytime Hours Join a supportive, family-run nursery where your work has a real impact on children’s wellbeing. Location: Colliers Wood, SW19 Salary Up to £13.00 per hour Job Type Full-time, Permanent Candidates must be able to work at least 20 hours, 5 days per week (4, 5 or 6 hour shifts available) Candidates should have/ be willing to complete, a paediatric first aid certificate, and Level 2 Food hygiene. About Funky Owls Funky Owls Nursery is an independent, family-run setting focused on creating a positive, supportive environment for both children and staff. We understand how important nutrition is in early childhood — and our kitchen plays a key role in delivering high-quality care every day. The Role As our Nursery Chef, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen in our...

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...