Early Years Practitioner Level 3

London Early Years Foundation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery organization is looking for an Early Years Practitioner Level 3 to join their Hackney location. The role includes supporting children's development, providing a nurturing environment, and working creatively within LEYF’s unique educational model. Candidates must possess a Level 3 childcare qualification, demonstrate the ability to safeguard children, and have a positive attitude. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, including generous parental leave and discounts on childcare fees.

Benefits

Generous pension at 7%

70% discount on childcare fees

Up to 35 days off including bank holidays

Sector-leading parental leave

Access to a wellbeing app and discounts

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification or higher is mandatory.
• Ability to safeguard and protect children effectively.
• Positive and adaptable personality is essential.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing and educational environment for children.
• Implement LEYF's unique teaching model creatively.
• Engage children in various educational activities.

Skills

Safeguarding and child protection

Positive and adaptable attitude

Warmth and friendliness

Education

Level 3 or above childcare qualification

Job description

Early Years Practitioner Level 3 - Full Time - Hackney, E5

£29,383 per year + 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 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.

What 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, Pembury Nursery and Pre‑School provides Early Years education and care to children from birth to 5 years old.

We're in Lower Clapton, close to Hackney Downs and Hackney Central stations. We're a light and roomy nursery with two gardens – one for under 2s and one for pre‑schoolers.

The children enjoy activities from learning Spanish to cooking, construction, growing fruit and veg and more! They love to get out and about too, enjoying outings to the local shops and library.

Apply now

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