Early Years Practitioner Level 3 — Flexible & Impactful

Spring Nurseries by Action for Children; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off to recharge

Staff discounts portal and blue light

Salary Finance

Childcare Discount 60%

Dependency Leave up to 3 days

Maternity, adoption, paternity leave

Professional qualifications & training

Pension with 7% employer contribution

Job summary

Spring Nurseries by Action for Children is seeking an Early Years Practitioner (qualified Level 3) to support children aged 0-5 in a nurturing nursery environment. You will help children learn, grow and thrive by delivering engaging activities within a safe, inclusive setting.

You will work in a permanent, full-time role (40 hours/week) in Gateshead, with a strong focus on building relationships, development observation, and collaboration with families.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 Early Years and Childcare qualification (NNEB, CACHE, NVQ Level 2 or 3 or equivalent).
• Knowledge of children's development from 0-5 and how this informs practice.
• Experience planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities.
• Understanding of EYFS and how to support learning through play.
• Awareness of SEND and inclusive practice in early years.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children to help them feel safe and valued.
• Observe and support children's development and progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues and families to provide consistent care and learning.
• Create a safe, welcoming, inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Child development 0-5

Planning activities

SEND awareness

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Years/Childcare

Job description

Spring Nurseries by Action for Children is seeking an Early Years Practitioner (qualified Level 3) to support children aged 0-5 in a nurturing nursery environment. You will help children learn, grow and thrive by delivering engaging activities within a safe, inclusive setting.

You will work in a permanent, full-time role (40 hours/week) in Gateshead, with a strong focus on building relationships, development observation, and collaboration with families.