Nursery Practitioner, Level 3 – Wildflowers Montessori Nursery & Preschool
Nursery: Wildflowers Montessori Nursery and Preschool
Age range: 2-3 years
Salary: £28,496 - £29,250 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Nursery open 8:00am–5:50pm. You will be required to work 4 days in the working week.
Location: St Matthew’s Harwell, Church Hall, The Park, Harwell, Didcot, OX11 0HD
Contract: Full-time | Permanent | Fixed-term contracts also considered
Start date : January 2026
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About Us
Are you looking for work with soul?
We’re a forward-thinking, independent nursery blending Montessori principles with eco-conscious practices. At Wildflowers, we believe in doing things differently - creating an environment where children, families, and practitioners all feel valued, supported, and inspired.
Would you like to work in a setting where you can be yourself, make a difference, and truly glow in your career?
✨ #GlowWithWildflowers
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The Role
We’re seeking a passionate, experienced Level 3 Practitioner to join our growing team.
This is a unique opportunity to shape young lives while contributing to a purposeful, values-led early years environment.
You’ll:
- Ensure robust safeguarding practices at all times
- Support daily nursery operations and maintain key documentation
- Contribute to staff training, development, and team wellbeing
- Build strong, respectful relationships with families and our local community
- Champion our Montessori-inspired and eco-conscious ethos in everyday care and education
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What We’re Looking For
A strong, confident, and caring personality is a must - we pride ourselves on creating a healthy, supportive environment for both children and staff.
- A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
- Experience as a Room Leader or Nursery Practitioner
- Montessori experience or training (desirable)
- A passion for sustainability and eco-friendly practices in early years
- Confident safeguarding knowledge
- Excellent communication skills with children, families, and colleagues
- A kind, caring, and hardworking attitude
- Experience of participating in a regulatory inspection leading to a ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ outcome
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What You’ll Get
- Salary: Starting amount £13.50
- 20 days holiday + bank holidays + paid Christmas closure
- Option to purchase additional annual leave*
- Pension scheme
- Access to ongoing professional development, training, and a careers coach
- A warm, inclusive, and supportive team environment
. 4 day working week
*Subject to T&Cs
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Inclusivity
We welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds and will consider reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the process. Please note: all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Flexitime
- On-site parking
Education:
- Certificate of Higher Education (required)
Experience:
- Nursery : 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Level 3 early years (required)
Work Location: In person
