- Posted 17 February 2026
- Salary 30500
- LocationGerrards Cross
- Job type Permanent
- DisciplineChild Care
- Reference208800
Nursery Practitioner
Job description
Please note that this role requires a full and relevant Level 3 + Early Years qualification.
Level 3 Nursery Practitioner – Up to £30,500
Picture a nursery where every detail has been thought through - from the layout of the rooms to the flow of the day. Our client's setting is calm, organised, and unmistakably child-focused, with well-equipped indoor spaces, daily outdoor access, and a play-led approach to the EYFS that puts meaningful learning at the centre of everything. Consistent routines and a strong key person ethos mean children feel safe, settled, and ready to flourish.
Before You Apply
- This role requires a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.
- You must have recent experience working as a Nursery Practitioner in a nursery setting.
- This position is not suitable for candidates without a strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
Key Job Details
- Salary: Up to £30,500
- Full-time, permanent contract
- Private early years nursery
Why This Role Is Worth Considering
- Well-resourced indoor rooms and secure outdoor learning space used daily
- Pension scheme
- Heavily discounted childcare
- Benefits portal and wellbeing programme
- Ongoing training and development
- Employee Assistance Programme
What You’ll Need
- Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years
- Strong working knowledge of the EYFS framework
- Recent experience as a Nursery Practitioner in an early years setting
- Confident managing a key group independently
- Clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities
Desirable
- Paediatric First Aid certification
What You’ll Do
- Plan and deliver structured EYFS-aligned activities
- Act as key person for a group of children, completing observations and assessments
- Maintain accurate learning records and contribute to planning meetings
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and compliance procedures
- Work closely with colleagues to ensure consistent standards across rooms
- Communicate clearly with parents regarding progress and wellbeing
What Happens After You Apply
Applications will be reviewed against the essential criteria for the Nursery Practitioner Level 3 role. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview and shown around the nursery.
Reference: WILL208800/JG
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