Early Years Practitioner Level 3 - Old Kent Road Nursery and Pre-School (previously Bird in Bus[...]

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family of nurseries that prioritize children's development and education. As an Early Years Practitioner, you'll enjoy extensive training, a competitive salary, and generous benefits, including up to 35 days off annually and a 70% discount on childcare fees. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment where creativity is encouraged, and your contributions make a real difference in children's lives. If you are passionate about early education and want to be part of a nurturing community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

70% discount on childcare fees

Up to 35 days off annually

Sector-leading parental leave

Wellbeing support

Shopping discounts

Annual conferences

Team celebration funds

Qualifications

• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Ability to safeguard and protect children.

Responsibilities

• Provide the best education to help children succeed.
• Adapt teaching to how children learn best.

Skills

Safeguarding children

Positive attitude

Adaptability

Education

Early Years Practitioner Level 3

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Early Years Practitioner Level 3 - Old Kent Road Nursery and Pre-School (previously Bird in Bush) - Full Time, London

Client:

LEYF Nurseries

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

6cf8dd540286

Job Views:

12

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Early Years Practitioner Level 3 - Full Time - Peckham, SE15 - £28,012 per annum + amazing benefits

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

"LEYF has helped my career through ongoing training and support." - Caroline, Early Years Practitioner

We're the London Early Years Foundation, or LEYF Nurseries for short; a family of 40 nurseries. Our people love working for us because we focus on the child and their family, giving them the best start in life.

LEYF is known for quality teachers - we provide strong in-house training and opportunities for promotion. Our nurseries are community-focused and feel independent, with teams that support each other. Joining LEYF means becoming part of a supportive family of nurseries.

What's in it for you?

"LEYF gave me the confidence and teaching skills to advance in my career." - Victoria, Room Leader

• Extensive training, opportunities for promotion, and a competitive salary for the sector
• Generous pension scheme (7% contribution from us, 1% from you)
• 70% discount on childcare fees
• Up to 35 days off annually, including bank holidays, Christmas break, and your birthday (pro-rated for part-time)
• Sector-leading parental leave
• Additional benefits including wellbeing support, shopping discounts, annual conferences, and team celebration funds

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, positive, and eager to provide the best education to help children succeed.

All LEYF nurseries follow a unique teaching model, but you will have the freedom to be creative and adapt to how children learn best. Whether visiting the Science Museum, making friends at another LEYF nursery, or baking with the nursery chef, your focus is always on the children.

Requirements:

• The right to work in the UK
• Ability to safeguard and protect children
• Positive, adaptable, and friendly attitude

About the nursery

Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, Bird in Bush Nursery and Pre-School offers Early Years education and care for children from birth to 5 years old. Located in Peckham near South Bermondsey station, the nursery features spacious, airy rooms for different age groups and two gardens. Children enjoy science experiments, construction, messy arts, gardening, cooking, and more.