Level 2 & 3 Nursery Practitioner

WCI Brokerage; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A community nursery in Greater London is seeking a Level 2 or Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner. You will create a warm, nurturing environment and deliver engaging, play-based activities that align with the EYFS framework. An ideal candidate will possess a relevant qualification and the ability to build meaningful relationships with children and families. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from £25,626 to £26,603 annually, with additional perks, including a welcome bonus and childcare discounts.

Benefits

£1000 Welcome Bonus

Free childcare for the first month

52% childcare discount

31 days of holiday

1 volunteer day per year

Access to training and courses

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status.
• Experience in a childcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm and nurturing environment for children.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities.
• Build relationships with children and families.
• Monitor children's development milestones.
• Maintain high standards of care and hygiene.

Skills

Creating a nurturing environment

Planning engaging activities

Building relationships

Monitoring child development

Maintaining hygiene and safety

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team as a Qualified Nursery Practitioner! Are you passionate about creating brighter futures for children? At Stowmarket Nursery, we’re looking for a Level 2 or Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our team. To be considered for this role, you must hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today — we can’t wait to hear from you!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Welcome Bonus: £1000 Welcome Bonus
• Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family
• Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday, including national bank holidays and closure over Christmas, plus an additional day for your birthday
• Volunteer Day: 1 day volunteer day per year to give back to the community
• Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses
• Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services
• Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards

Pay: £25,626 - £26,603 per annum

Working Hours: Monday to Friday — full time and part time opportunities available

Location: Stowmarket Day Nursery, 12 Bury Street, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1HW

About Our Nursery

Our Stowmarket Nursery is conveniently located in the centre of Stowmarket within Union Street West car park, just off Gipping Way Road, a community nursery where our children flourish. Stowmarket children start their journey here at our Stowmarket Day Nursery and then progress to our pre-school, which is on the same site. Our setting is perfectly sized so that children are in small groups and can develop at their own pace. The nursery has two rooms with an inside garden and plenty of opportunity to play outside and explore the world around them in the town on our trips out.

What Your Role Involves

• Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and thrive.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Monitor and celebrate children’s development milestones, keeping records to share with parents.
• Support the day-to-day running of the nursery, maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and care.
• Be a team player, offering guidance to apprentices and volunteers while learning from others

Qualifications

The role is for a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Compliance and Equality

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.