Level 3 Early Years Practitioner in Milton Keynes

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner – Primary School – Milton KeynesLocation: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full‑Time | Permanent
Salary: Competitive salary (depending on experience and qualifications)

Are you a qualified Level3 Early Years Practitioner with a passion for supporting young children at the beginning of their educational journey? Would you like to work in a nurturing primary school environment where you can help children develop confidence, independence, and a love for learning?

We are working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Milton Keynes that is seeking a dedicated Level3 Early Years Practitioner to join their Early Years team from September2026. This is a fantastic full‑time, permanent opportunity for someone who is passionate about providing high‑quality support and creating engaging learning experiences for children in the early stages of their education.

The school offers a caring and supportive environment where children are encouraged to explore, develop key skills, and build strong foundations for future learning through play, creativity, and positive relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) across the primary school setting
• Work alongside the class teacher to deliver engaging, age‑appropriate learning activities
• Provide support through play‑based learning, group activities, and targeted interventions
• Encourage children's communication, language, social, emotional, and physical development
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils to support their confidence and independence
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress in line with EYFS expectations
• Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment
• Support children with additional needs, working closely with the SENDCo and wider school team where required
• Encourage positive behaviour and support children's emotional development
• Assist with classroom organisation, resources, and daily routines
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and families to promote children's success

Who We're Looking For

• Level3 Early Years qualification (essential)
• Experience working within a nursery, preschool, reception, or early years primary school setting
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development
• A caring, patient, and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with young children and families
• A creative and enthusiastic approach to supporting learning through play and exploration
• A reliable, proactive, and adaptable attitude
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Enhanced DBS check (on the Update Service or willingness to apply)

What You'll Receive

• A permanent position within a supportive and inclusive Milton Keynes primary school
• Competitive salary depending on experience and qualifications
• A welcoming and collaborative staff team
• Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities
• Supportive leadership committed to staff wellbeing and progression
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's early educational experiences
• Excellent experience for those looking to progress within primary education, EYFS, or teaching support roles

If you're passionate about helping young children develop, learn, and thrive within a positive primary school environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to join this fantastic primary school in Milton Keynes and take the next step in your career as a Level3 Early Years Practitioner.