Nursery Assistant Practitioner (Upminster)

Lead the Past. Influence the Future

Job Title: Nursery Assistant Practitioner
Location: Oakfields Prep, Harwood Hall Lane, RM14 2YG
Salary: Up to £21,500 per annum (dependent on experience)
Hours: 8.00am - 4.00pm, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time

About the School

Oakfields Preparatory School is an independent day school located in Upminster, where tradition meets dynamism, creating an extraordinary pathway of opportunities for students aged 3 to 11.

At Oakfields, we prioritise small class sizes and provide a nurturing and stimulating environment. We are dedicated to delivering a bespoke and enriched curriculum tailored to each student's needs. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond academics; we prioritise the holistic development of each student, fostering their caring nature and building confidence.

We offer an energetic and diverse range of extra-curricular activities and enrichment programmes aimed at increasing learning opportunities for all students, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Nursery Assistant Practitioner to join our fantastic team.

Role Purpose

We're looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Nursery Assistant Practitioner to join our welcoming Early Years team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young children during the most important stage of their development.

Every day is different as you help create a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where children aged 2-5 can build confidence, develop new skills, and discover a love of learning through play. Working closely with colleagues and families, you'll play a key role in supporting each child's individual journey and helping them reach their full potential.

Whether you're an experienced Early Years professional or looking for your next rewarding opportunity, you'll be joining a supportive team that values creativity, collaboration, and professional development.

What you will be doing

• Supporting the day-to-day care, learning, and development of children aged 2-5 years.
• Creating engaging, play-based learning experiences in line with the EYFS framework.
• Building positive and nurturing relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Encouraging children's independence, confidence, and social development.
• Supporting indoor and outdoor learning activities.
• Observing and monitoring children's progress and wellbeing.
• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, health, safety, and welfare at all times.
• Contributing to planning activities, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.

What you will bring

• Level 3 (or above) Early Years qualification required.
• Has experience working with children aged 2-5 years within an EYFS setting.
• Is warm, patient, caring, and passionate about Early Years education.
• Can build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Has a strong commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
• Enjoys working as part of a collaborative and supportive team.
• Paediatric or Emergency First Aid qualification desired.
• Additional Early Years training or qualifications desired.

About Blenheim Schools

Blenheim Schools is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools committed to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centres on truly understanding each child, their talents, character and aspirations by providing a personalised, ambitious education that helps every child to thrive.

We deliver a broad, enriching curriculum supported by tailored teaching and exceptional pastoral care. We celebrate individuality, nurture confidence and champion every learner so they can discover their strengths and achieve their potential.

Joining Blenheim Schools means becoming part of a collaborative, forward-thinking community that values creativity, inclusion and professional growth. Our teams are united by a shared belief in the power of education to transform lives and by a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families.

We are proud to be part of OFG Education, which in 2025 was officially certified as a Great Place to Work® for the sixth consecutive year .

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales .

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