Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner Location: Northwest London Contract: Full-time, Permanent Hours: Monday–Friday, Year-round Salary: £25,000–£30,000 per year, dependent on experience Start Date: As soon as possible

About the Role We are currently recruiting for an exceptional Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a small, nurturing and creative early years setting in Northwest London.

The nursery provides a warm and supportive environment where children learn through play, strong relationships and imaginative experiences. The setting places a strong focus on developing children's curiosity, confidence and creativity through art, music, storytelling and child-led play.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality care and education in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Act as a Key Person and build positive, professional relationships with children and families. Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences. Support children's individual learning and development through observations and assessments. Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. Promote children's health, safety and wellbeing at all times. Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of care and education. Follow all safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality and nursery procedures. Essential Requirements A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification. Strong knowledge of the EYFS and child development. Confidence supporting children's individual learning and progress. A strong commitment to safeguarding and children's welfare. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Warm, reliable and enthusiastic, with the ability to work effectively as part of a small team. Desirable Previous experience working within an early year setting. Paediatric First Aid qualification, or willingness to complete training. Experience with observations, assessments and planning. Experience supporting children with SEND or additional needs. Please do not apply if you do not hold a Level 3 or higher in Early years. Safeguarding & Safer Recruitment The successful candidate will be subject to Enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, qualification verification, identity and right-to-work checks, along with any other checks required for the role.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates