Jun 25, 2026
Qualified Nursery Practitioner
£30,000 yearly
- ICP Educare
- Abingdon, ENG, United Kingdom
Job Description
*Culham Nursery and Preschool*
Love working with children? Want a job where no two days are the same?
Can you read a story upside down, sing nursery rhymes (in tune or not!), and turn a cardboard box into a magical rocket ship?
If you’re passionate about *early years education and inspiring young minds*, we’d love you to join our team!
Our nursery is a *large, vibrant setting* designed for curiosity and creativity. With *spacious rooms, imaginative learning areas, and beautiful outdoor gardens including our purpose built outdoor classroom in a yurt, which provides Forest School provisions*, children have endless opportunities to explore, learn, and grow — and our staff love being part of that journey.
If you enjoy *messy play, big smiles, storytelling, outdoor adventures, and helping children build confidence*, this could be the perfect role for you.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Planning *fun, engaging activities* that support children's learning and development
* Creating a *safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment*
* Supporting children’s *emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour*
* Delivering activities in line with the *EYFS framework*
* Observing and recording *children’s progress and milestones*
* Building strong relationships with *parents and carers*
* Supporting daily routines such as *mealtimes, naps, and outdoor play*
* Helping keep the nursery *clean, safe, and organised*
What We’re Looking For
✔ A Minimum of a *Level 2 Childcare qualification or above*
✔ Experience in an *early years setting*
✔ Knowledge of the *EYFS framework*
✔ A *positive, caring, and enthusiastic attitude*
✔ Someone who genuinely *loves working with children*
Why Join Culham Nursery and Preschool?
* A supportive and friendly team
* A spacious nursery with fantastic outdoor learning areas
* Opportunities to be creative and bring your ideas to life
* Access to _Health Assured_- an employee assistance programme
* *Yearly uniform allowance bonus of £50*
* Yearly flu jab voucher
* *A joining incentive of up to £600* depending on role and qualifications (half is paid upfront, and the other half paid once they have sucessfully complete their probation period)
* *A £500 Refer a Friend bonus*
*Safeguarding:*
Successful applicants will be required to complete an *Enhanced DBS check*.
*If you’re ready to inspire little learners and be part of a passionate early years team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!*
Pay: Up to £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Childcare
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Employee mentoring programme
* Financial planning services
* Free flu jabs
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Work Location: In person
Love working with children? Want a job where no two days are the same?
Can you read a story upside down, sing nursery rhymes (in tune or not!), and turn a cardboard box into a magical rocket ship?
If you’re passionate about *early years education and inspiring young minds*, we’d love you to join our team!
Our nursery is a *large, vibrant setting* designed for curiosity and creativity. With *spacious rooms, imaginative learning areas, and beautiful outdoor gardens including our purpose built outdoor classroom in a yurt, which provides Forest School provisions*, children have endless opportunities to explore, learn, and grow — and our staff love being part of that journey.
If you enjoy *messy play, big smiles, storytelling, outdoor adventures, and helping children build confidence*, this could be the perfect role for you.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Planning *fun, engaging activities* that support children's learning and development
* Creating a *safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment*
* Supporting children’s *emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour*
* Delivering activities in line with the *EYFS framework*
* Observing and recording *children’s progress and milestones*
* Building strong relationships with *parents and carers*
* Supporting daily routines such as *mealtimes, naps, and outdoor play*
* Helping keep the nursery *clean, safe, and organised*
What We’re Looking For
✔ A Minimum of a *Level 2 Childcare qualification or above*
✔ Experience in an *early years setting*
✔ Knowledge of the *EYFS framework*
✔ A *positive, caring, and enthusiastic attitude*
✔ Someone who genuinely *loves working with children*
Why Join Culham Nursery and Preschool?
* A supportive and friendly team
* A spacious nursery with fantastic outdoor learning areas
* Opportunities to be creative and bring your ideas to life
* Access to _Health Assured_- an employee assistance programme
* *Yearly uniform allowance bonus of £50*
* Yearly flu jab voucher
* *A joining incentive of up to £600* depending on role and qualifications (half is paid upfront, and the other half paid once they have sucessfully complete their probation period)
* *A £500 Refer a Friend bonus*
*Safeguarding:*
Successful applicants will be required to complete an *Enhanced DBS check*.
*If you’re ready to inspire little learners and be part of a passionate early years team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!*
Pay: Up to £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Childcare
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Employee mentoring programme
* Financial planning services
* Free flu jabs
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Work Location: In person
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