Nursery Practitioner

🌟 Nursery Practitioner  

Great Oldbury Primary Academy – Little Learners 

📍 Part of the Gloucestershire Learning Alliance (GLA) 

Salary: Qualified Level 3 – Grade 5 (Starting Salary £24,949.27) 

 Qualified Level 2 – Grade 4 (Starting Salary £23,407.05)

 Unqualified - Grade 3 (Starting Salary £22,327.41)

Hours: 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (includes INSET days) 

Start Date: ASAP

Interview Date: TBC

Closing Date: 30th October 2026

✨ Join Our Nurturing Early Years Team 

Are you a passionate Early Years Practitioner ready to inspire young learners? 

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join Little Learners at Great Oldbury Primary Academy, supporting children aged 2–4 years in a vibrant and engaging environment. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a committed and professional team focused on delivering outstanding early years education through creativity, exploration, and play. 

🌱 About the Role 

In this role, you will: 

• Support children’s learning, development, and wellbeing 

• Create a stimulating, inclusive, and play-based learning environment 

• Encourage curiosity through hands-on experiences and outdoor learning 

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of practice 

• Champion a child-centred approach, ensuring every child thrives 

We are looking for someone who: 

• Loves engaging with children and bringing learning to life 

• Isn’t afraid to get stuck in (and enjoy messy play!) 

• Embraces outdoor learning in all seasons 

• Is enthusiastic, caring, and committed to early years excellence 

🎯 What We’re Looking For 

Essential: 

• Level 3 Early Years Qualification (NNEB, NVQ3, BTEC or equivalent) 

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience in an Early Years setting 

• Strong communication and teamwork skills 

•  passion for learning through play and child development 

🌟 Why Join Us? 

At Great Oldbury Primary Academy, you’ll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking community. 

As part of the Gloucestershire Learning Alliance (GLA), you will benefit from: 

• A warm, welcoming school environment 

• Collaboration with colleagues across the Trust 

• Access to high-quality CPD and professional development opportunities 

• Opportunities to share best practice and grow your expertise 

• Access to GLAdvantage – staff rewards and discounts 

• A dedicated employee health and wellbeing service 

💬 Ready to Apply? 

If you are passionate about early years education and want to be part of a team that truly makes a difference, we would love to hear from you. 

👉 Apply today and take the next step in your Early Years career with Great Oldbury Primary Academy.