Early Years Practitioner (Level 3 Qualification in Early Years – Essential)

Junior Adventures Group; Wixams; On-site; GBP 15,911 - 22,661; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to 24/7 wellbeing support

Discounted child care

Paid training and ongoing development

Rewards for referrals

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Wixams is seeking an Early Years Practitioner with a Level 3 Qualification in Early Years. The role involves creating a nurturing environment, planning engaging activities for children's development, and ensuring compliance with safeguarding policies. The position is full-time with 35 hours per week, during term time, offering a salary of £14 per hour and flexible split shifts. Join a supportive team that encourages professional growth and a love for early childhood learning.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Years.
• Experience in creating engaging activities for children is essential.
• Understanding of health, safety, and safeguarding policies is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for children.
• Plan and lead structured activities for children's development.
• Support children's wellbeing through engaging experiences.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and health policies.

Skills

Creative activity planning

Child development support

Safeguarding knowledge

Strong communication

Education

Level 3 Qualification in Early Years

Job description

Early Years Practitioner (Level 3 Qualification in Early Years – Essential)

Full-time

Make a difference. Inspire little learners. Love your job.

Looking to bring your passion for Early Years to life? Join us as an Early Years Practitioner and help little ones flourish in a safe, nurturing, and playful environment. You’ll plan and deliver creative, age-appropriate activities, ensure children’s wellbeing, and inspire curiosity every single day.

At Junior Adventures Group (JAG), we’re the UK’s leading provider of wraparound childcare — and we’re all about play, learning, and connection. If you’re Level 3 qualified and ready to take the next step in your Early Years career, we’d love to hear from you!

This role is split shift, giving you flexibility to balance work with life, studies, or family — with the added bonus of extra hours available during school holidays.

Location: Willow Grove Primary School, Wixams

Hours: 35 hours per week – 8.30am-3.30pm Monday to Friday

Pay: £14 per hour

Contract: Permanent – Term Time

Level 3 Qualification in Early Years – Essential

What you’ll do day-to-day:

• Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for our youngest children.
• Plan, lead, and deliver fun, structured activities like storytelling, creative arts, sensory play, group games, and outdoor adventures.
• Support children’s development and wellbeing through engaging, age-appropriate experiences.
• Be a role model of excellent safeguarding and follow Health & Safety policies at all times.
• Provide healthy snacks, support toileting and hygiene routines, and ensure every child feels safe, cared for, and included.
• Set up and tidy play spaces, adapting environments to meet the needs of different activities.
• Build positive relationships with parents, schools, and your team.
• Promote early years best practice and nurture a love for learning through play.
• Uphold confidentiality and high standards of child protection.

What’s in it for you?

• Access to 24/7 wellbeing support through Health Assured.
• Discounted wraparound and holiday club care for your little ones.
• Rewards for recommending friends and family to join the JAG family.
• Paid training and ongoing personal & professional development.
• Family-friendly hours and a supportive, fun team culture.

So, what does it mean to be a JAG Early Years Practitioner?

Are you caring, creative, and full of positive energy? We’re looking for someone who can confidently work in our Early Years provision, bringing activities and the magic of early childhood learning to life. With your Level 3 qualification, you’ll help our little ones grow, explore, and discover in a safe and happy space — while also supporting your team to shine.

Our people make JAG special. Every day, our incredible teams create joyful, meaningful experiences for children across the UK.

Safeguarding

This role requires compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

You must provide two references – one from your most recent employer and another from a childcare setting (if applicable).

An Enhanced DBS check will be carried out as part of the hiring process.

For more information, please visit: Keeping Children Safe in Education.