Early Years Practitioner Level 3 - Ford Road Nursery and Pre-School - Full Time

London Early Years Foundation LEYF; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A family of nurseries is seeking an Early Years Practitioner Level 3 in Dagenham to support children's development and learning. The ideal candidate is warm, friendly, and has a Level 3 childcare qualification. Benefits include a competitive salary of £28,808 per annum, generous pension, childcare discounts, and up to 35 days off a year. Join a supportive team and make a difference in children's lives at this Outstanding-rated nursery.

Benefits

Lots of training and promotions

Generous pension at 7%

70% discount on childcare fees

Up to 35 days off

Sector-leading parental leave

Access to wellbeing app

Qualifications

• You must have a Level 3 or above childcare qualification.
• The right to work in the UK is essential.
• Ability to safeguard and protect children is required.

Responsibilities

• Support children's development and learning.
• Be creative and adapt to children's learning needs.
• Work collaboratively with a supportive team.

Skills

Safeguarding and protecting children

Positive and adaptable attitude

Friendliness

Education

Level 3 or above childcare qualification

Job description

Early Years Practitioner Level 3 – Full Time

Dagenham – £28,808 per annum + amazing benefits

We put people before profit: work for a family of nurseries with heart.

"LEYF has helped my career through on‑going training and support." – Caroline, Early Years Practitioner

We’re the London Early Years Foundation, or LEYF Nurseries for short; a family of 43 nurseries. Our people love working for us because we focus on the child and their family and give them the best start in life.

LEYF is known for quality teachers – we give you strong in‑house training and access to promotion. Our nurseries feel independent and community focused, and teams take care of each other. You join a family of nurseries with a great support network.

What’s in it for you?

• Lots of training, promotions and a good salary for the sector
• Generous pension at 7 % from us (1 % from you)
• 70 % discount on childcare fees
• Up to 35 days off a year, including 8 bank holidays, 3 days off between Christmas and New Year, and your birthday (pro‑rated for part‑time hours)
• Sector‑leading parental leave
• Many other benefits that take care of you, including access to a wellbeing app, shopping discounts, annual conference and money for team celebrations

A bit about the role

"We are friends, we are like family. We support one another." – Elizabeth, Early Years Practitioner

We know you work in Early Years because you love helping children develop and learn. You are warm and keen to give children the best education to succeed in life.

Every nursery shares LEYF’s unique teaching model. But you will have the freedom to be creative to suit how the children learn best. Whether you hop on a train to the Science Museum, take a bus to make friends at a nearby LEYF nursery, or bake with your nursery chef, it’s always about the children in our nurseries.

You will need

• Level 3 or above childcare qualification
• The right to work in the UK
• An ability to safeguard and protect children
• To be positive, adaptable and friendly

About the nursery

Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, Ford Road Nursery & Pre‑School provides Early Years education and childcare to children from birth to 5 years old. You can find us in Dagenham, not far from Dagenham Heathway tube and Old Dagenham Park. We’re a light, spacious nursery, with separate rooms and adjoining gardens for different age groups. The nursery has a fully equipped sensory room.

Apply now

Contact us today, our friendly recruiters are waiting to hear from you.