(DI) Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

RAFA Kidz Ltd; Kingston near Lewes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing children’s nursery group in Kingston near Lewes is seeking a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join their team. This role involves planning educational activities and maintaining records to meet Ofsted standards. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and experience in child care and special needs support. Benefits include subsidised childcare and opportunities for personal development within a supportive family-like environment.

Benefits

Subsidised childcare

Refer a Friend Bonus

Cycle to Work Scheme

Onsite Gyms

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and carrying out educational activities.
• Ability to maintain records fulfilling Ofsted requirements.
• Skills in working with children with special educational needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan stimulating activities using EYFS outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records as per Ofsted guidelines.
• Take on key worker responsibilities for a group of children.

Skills

EYFS learning outcomes

Record keeping

Child care

Special educational needs support

Education

Level 3 in Early Years Education

Job description

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner — Winner – Nursery Group of the Year 2025
RAFAKidz Nursery, RAF Digby, Ashby de la Launde LN4 3LH
£12.73 per hour 38 hours per week

We offer

• Subsidised childcare to all permanent staff
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Onsite Gyms at set locations

Our RAFAKidz family

Just like our children, our waiting lists are growing! In each of our 21 settings we create experiences that are special, unique and child focused. Our staff are specially selected for their loving and caring nature, as well as their expertise. The needs of military families are unique, and at RAFAKidz we take extra care to make sure those needs are met.

For every child that comes through the doors of RAFAKidz, no matter their ability, background or circumstances you could provide experiences and opportunities that will help them be confident and reach their potential.

What makes us different

By joining us as part of our RAFAKidz family, we make a commitment to your ongoing development and future career opportunities. (Please read our staff testimonials on our website!) We ask that you bring a positive, caring and enthusiastic attitude and in return we will give you a great induction experience, training and development opportunities and you'll be learning on the job from amazing colleagues! We offer subsidised childcare for colleagues to be able to bring their children with them, high quality up-to-date training including using our software to electronically record your observations and updates. You'll have ample annual leave and time off to relax and recharge over the Christmas period.

A typical day in a Level 3 role will include

• Using the EYFS learning outcomes to plan and carry out fun, educational and stimulating activities
• Updating and maintaining accurate records that fulfil Ofsted requirements
• Designated key worker responsibilities for a group of children
• Work with Senco to identify and support children with special educational needs and disabilities

A full job description is available to view on our website www.rafakidz.org.uk

This post requires a satisfactory, enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check on appointment and every three years thereafter. As part of our inclusive culture, we encourage applications across all cultural backgrounds, genders and abilities.

Apply via our website www.rafakidz.org.uk

Closing date Friday 2 January – interviews ongoing so please do not delay in applying, we'd love to hear from you.