Nursery Practitioner – Level 3 | £27,000–£29,000 | 45 Hours per week + Paid Breaks

Daily life in a nursery moves quickly, but the work itself is simple at its core: creating a calm, engaging environment where young children feel safe to explore, learn, and develop. As a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner you will work closely with colleagues to deliver high quality care and thoughtful EYFS practice across the nursery.

Before You Apply

 • This role requires recent experience working in a nursery or early years setting.
 • Applicants must hold a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.
 • Candidates should be confident supporting children’s development and maintaining EYFS observations and records.

Key Job Details

 • Salary: £27,000 – £29,000 depending on experience
 • Hours: 45 hours per week with paid breaks
 • Contract: Permanent, full time
 • Working pattern: 46 working weeks per year
 • Setting: Private Early Years nursery

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

 • Paid breaks and a reduced working year (46 weeks rather than 52)
 • Structured nursery with established planning and assessment systems
 • Clear expectations around safeguarding, care standards, and EYFS delivery
 • Ongoing training and development opportunities
 • Stable staffing structure within a well-established nursery setting

What You’ll Need

 • Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
 • Previous experience working in a nursery or early years childcare setting
 • Strong working knowledge of the EYFS framework
 • Paediatric First Aid certification
 • Safeguarding training and understanding of child protection procedures
 • Confidence completing observations, learning journeys, and developmental assessments

What You’ll Do

 • Provide day-to-day care and supervision for children within the nursery
 • Support EYFS-based learning activities that encourage development and curiosity
 • Complete observations, assessments, and records for key children
 • Work closely with colleagues to maintain safe, organised learning spaces
 • Build positive relationships with parents and carers, sharing updates on children’s development
 • Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies at all times

What Happens After You Apply

Applications are reviewed against the essential qualification and experience requirements.
Suitable candidates will be contacted to arrange an initial conversation before progressing to interview with the nursery management team.