Nursery Nurse - Level 3 NVQ / Diploma (or equivalent)

Whitehouse Primary School, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK8 1AG

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  3 July 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  18 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: NJC Grade E - £28,598 (FTE)
• Additional allowances:

  NJC Grade E - £28,598 (FTE)

Nursery Nurse - Level 3 NVQ / Diploma (or equivalent) job summary

Nursery Nurse - Early Years Practitioner

Experienced practitioner - Applications accepted only from applicants who have a minimum Level 3 NVQ / Diploma (or equivalent) in Early Years / Childcare.

Do you have a passion for helping young children grow, learn and thrive? Are you nurturing, enthusiastic and committed to giving every child the very best start in life? If so, we would love to hear from you.

At Inspiring Futures Through Learning, we believe every child deserves a safe, happy and stimulating environment where curiosity is encouraged and confidence can flourish. We are looking for a caring and dedicated Nursery Nurse Level 1 to join our Early Years team, supporting our wonderful 3 and 4 year olds within a vibrant primary school setting.

About Our School

Whitehouse Primary School is a vibrant and growing school at the heart of the Whitehouse community in Milton Keynes. Guided by our vision to “Aspire, Believe, Achieve… Together,” we are committed to creating an inspiring environment where every child feels valued, supported and encouraged to reach their full potential.

Our school offers bright, engaging learning spaces, a nurturing ethos and a strong sense of community. We pride ourselves on fostering positive relationships with children, families and staff, and on creating an inclusive culture where everyone is welcomed and celebrated. Through an exciting and creative curriculum, we aim to ignite a lifelong love of learning and curiosity in all of our children.

What you’ll do

As part of our friendly and supportive team, you will:

• Create a welcoming, engaging and inspiring learning environment where children can learn through play
• Support the development of 3 and 4 year olds emotionally, socially and academically in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues to help every child reach their full potential
• Observe, monitor and record children’s progress and celebrate their achievements
• Help maintain a safe, secure and hygienic environment where children feel valued and cared for
• Support children’s personal care needs with dignity, sensitivity and kindness
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to provide the best outcomes for children
• Adapt activities and learning opportunities to meet the diverse needs of all learners and ensure every child can thrive

What we’re looking for

We are seeking someone who is:

• Passionate about Early Years education and child development
• Experienced or interested in working with nursery-aged children in a school environment
• Knowledgeable about inclusive practice and supporting children with additional needs
• Caring, patient and enthusiastic
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Able to build positive relationships with children, families and professionals
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Keen to learn, develop and contribute to the wider life of the school

Why join us?

At Inspiring Futures Through Learning, we are proud of our supportive school communities where staff are valued, encouraged and empowered to make a real difference. You will be joining a Trust that is committed to professional development, collaboration and creating inspiring futures for both children and staff alike.

This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to help shape young lives during one of the most important stages of their development and be part of a caring and dedicated school community.

Safeguarding Statement

Inspiring Futures Through Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employees are expected to share this commitment and follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with Barred List clearance.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Whitehouse Primary School

• School type: Free School, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 663 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Whitehouse Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/whitehouse-primary-school-milton-keynes

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