Early Years Practitioner Level 3 - Stoke Newington Nursery and Pre-School - Full Time

LEYF Nurseries; London; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A family of nurseries is seeking an Early Years Practitioner Level 3 for their Stoke Newington location. You'll be responsible for providing quality education and care for children aged 0-5, utilizing a unique teaching model that prioritizes creativity and connection. The role offers competitive salary and generous benefits, including a superb pension plan and significant discounts on childcare fees.

Benefits

Generous pension at 7%

70% discount on childcare fees

Up to 35 days off a year

Sector-leading parental leave

Access to wellbeing app and shopping discounts

Qualifications

• The right to work in the UK.
• An ability to safeguard and protect children.
• To be positive, adaptable and friendly.

Responsibilities

• Support children's development and learning.
• Share LEYF's unique teaching model creatively.
• Engage children in various activities.

Skills

Ability to safeguard and protect children

Positive attitude

Adaptability

Friendliness

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Early Years Practitioner Level 3 - Stoke Newington Nursery and Pre-School - Full Time, London

Client:

LEYF Nurseries

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

Early Years Practitioner Level 3 - Full Time - Stoke Newington, N16 - £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, a family of 40 nurseries. Our people love working here because we focus on the child and their family, giving them the best start in life.

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

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
• Generous pension scheme (7% contribution from us, 1% from you)
• 70% discount on childcare fees
• Up to 35 days off per year, including bank holidays, days off between Christmas and New Year, and your birthday (pro-rated for part-time hours)
• Sector-leading parental leave
• Additional benefits such as wellbeing app, shopping discounts, annual conference, and team celebration funds

A bit about the role

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

You love helping children develop and learn. You are warm, positive, adaptable, and eager to provide the best education for children to succeed in life.

All LEYF nurseries share 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, everything centers around the children.

Requirements:

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

About the nursery

Stoke Newington Nursery and Pre-School (formerly Fire Station Nursery) provides early years education and care for children from birth to 5 years old.

Located near Stoke Newington and Rectory Road stations, with multiple bus routes. We have dedicated spaces for different age groups, including a cozy room for babies.

Our children enjoy activities like science, dialogic reading, cooking, yoga, feelings boxes, and outdoor exploration at nearby Abney Park.