Nursery Practitioner – Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire HP20

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 19 March 2026
LOCATION
Aylesbury
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Associate
SALARY
£27,310 / year
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

Early Years Education EYFS Childcare Safeguarding Child Protection SEND Parent Partnerships

FULL DESCRIPTION

Nursery Practitioner – Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire HP20

Salary: Up to £13.13 per hour / £27,310 per year (depending on hours, experience and qualifications)

Hours: 40 hours per week | Shifts between 7:30am–6:30pm

Contract: Permanent, all year round

Not suitable for term-time or school-hours applicants

Nursery Practitioner – Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire HP20

Salary: Up to £13.13 per hour / £27,310 per year (depending on hours, experience and qualifications)
Hours: 40 hours per week | Shifts between 7:30am–6:30pm
Contract: Permanent, all year round
Not suitable for term-time or school-hours applicants

We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our independent, family-run nursery in Aylesbury (HP20). This is a wonderful opportunity to work in a warm, supportive environment where children are nurtured, valued, and encouraged to thrive through a personalised early years curriculum.

Benefits

  • 80% childcare discount
  • Quarterly £150 performance rewards
  • £250 parent referral bonus
  • Additional annual leave earned each year of service
  • Cash rewards for exceptional contribution
  • Confidential 24/7 professional support services
  • Onsite parking and local transport links
  • Free full uniform provided
  • Employee discounts on shopping, travel, dining and more

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality care and early education
  • Create a safe, stimulating, and engaging learning environment
  • Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities
  • Observe, record, and share children’s development with parents
  • Support daily routines including meals, hygiene, and rest
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised nursery
  • Work collaboratively with the team to ensure smooth daily operations

About You

  • Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (full and relevant)
  • At least 2 years’ experience as a Nursery Practitioner
  • Strong knowledge of the EYFS
  • Excellent safeguarding, child protection and SEND awareness
  • Confident building strong parent partnerships
  • Positive team player with a caring approach
  • Eligible to work in the UK

How to Apply

Are you a passionate Early Years Practitioner ready to grow your career?

👇 Apply today — let’s get your interview booked in!

To apply for this job email your details to [[contact hidden]](mailto:[contact hidden]?subject=Application%20via%20Nursery%20Practitioner%20%E2%80%93%20Aylesbury%2C%20Buckinghamshire%20HP20%20listing%20on%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.smileys-childcare.co.uk).

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