Join Our Team as a Nursery Practitioner

Bring your curiosity and care - and discover where Early Years could take you

At The Old Station Nursery, we believe everyone is still growing - little humans and big humans alike. As a Nursery Practitioner at Faringdon, you’ll help children learn through play, build their confidence, and feel safe and cared for.

You don’t need an Early Years qualification to get started. Bring your enthusiasm, kindness, and willingness to learn, and you’ll find colleagues ready to share their knowledge and help you grow.

Why Join Our Team?

We take care of the people who care for our children and families. Here’s what that means for you:

• Childcare support: Free childcare for your first month, followed by a 52% discount based on your working hours.

• Time to recharge: 31 days of holiday, including national bank holidays, plus your birthday off and an extra day after 3 years of service.

• Space to grow: Access to The National College, with a library of courses and training to develop your practice and leadership.

• Connection to your community: One paid day each year to volunteer and support a cause that matters to you.

• Everyday support: With access to Perkbox, enjoy discounts on shopping, meals out, and everyday essentials, alongside wellbeing tools and online medical services. You’ll also be eligible for a Blue Light Card, helping your money go further with even more discounts.

• Recognition along the way: We celebrate the care and commitment you bring, with Employee of the Month recognition, long-service awards to mark your milestones, and referral bonuses for introducing friends or family to our team.

Pay: £12.71 - £13.44 per Hour based on experience
Hours: Part-time 20 hours over 5 days, Monday - Friday, from 11am-3pm

Location

The Old Station Nursery Faringdon
7 Park Road
Faringdon
Oxfordshire
SN7 7BP

Where You'll Be Working

The Old Station Nursery in Faringdon, Oxfordshire is our flagship nursery, lovingly established by Chairwoman Sarah Steel in 2008. Housed in a beautifully preserved listed railway station, our nursery blends rich heritage with modern excellence to provide an exceptional environment for young learners. Our holistic approach to early education and care is reflected in the numerous accolades we’ve received, including Millie’s Mark, which underscores our dedication to high-quality paediatric first aid and exceptional care. The nursery is located just outside the centre of Faringdon, within the listed station railway building, just off Park Road next to Tesco.

What You'll Be Doing

Working alongside experienced colleagues, you’ll help create a welcoming nursery day filled with play, discovery, and caring routines.

One moment you might be joining in with imaginative play or helping children explore paint and textures. The next, you could be offering reassurance, helping with lunchtime, or celebrating a new achievement.

With support from your team, you’ll:

• Create a warm, inclusive environment where every child feels welcome and valued

• Help plan and deliver play-based activities that follow children’s interests and support their learning

• Build your understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and how it shapes everyday practice

• Notice and celebrate children’s progress, contributing to observations and records with guidance from colleagues

• Build positive relationships with families and share updates about children’s days

• Support everyday routines, including meals, personal care, and rest, with patience and kindness

• Follow safeguarding, safety, and hygiene procedures, asking for guidance whenever you’re unsure

• Share ideas, lend a hand, and learn alongside your colleagues

Our values are simple: Own it. Be human. Make it happen. In your role, that means being reliable, treating others with care, and getting involved while recognising when to ask for support.

What We’re Looking For

No qualifications are required for this role. Previous experience working in a childcare setting would be beneficial, but isn’t essential.

You’ll bring:

• A genuine interest in working with children and supporting their development

• Kindness, patience, and a willingness to see things from a child’s perspective

• Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning new skills

• A reliable approach and the ability to work closely with others

• Openness to feedback and the confidence to ask questions

• A commitment to keeping children safe and helping them feel included

Whether you’re exploring Early Years for the first time or bringing experience from another childcare setting, we’d love to hear what you could bring to our community.

Apply Today!

If you’re ready for work where your care and encouragement can make a difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.

Help little humans discover what they can do - and you might discover something new about yourself too.

If you have any questions about the role, our Recruitment Team will be happy to help at [email protected].

Please note: we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, verification of your right to work in the UK, and any essential qualifications. If successful, our Onboarding Team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to support fairness and accessibility for all candidates. This role involves regulated activity with children.