Level 3 Baby Room Practitioner

Nursery World Jobs; Woking; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoe Bridge School is seeking a Level 3 Baby Room Practitioner to join our warm and supportive team. You will care for and educate babies aged 0-2, fostering a secure environment and responsive interactions.

The role requires an EYFS-aligned qualification and experience with young children, working with parents and staff in a busy school setting. Full or part-time hours are available, year-round employment.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Early Years or Childcare Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
• Experience of working with children from six months to four years.
• Ability to communicate confidently with parents, staff and pupils.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education for 0-2 year olds.
• Support children's learning through engaging play and planned activities.
• Work in line with the EYFS framework to promote development.

Skills

EY Level 3 qualification

Experience with babies

Parent communication

Education

Early Years/Childcare Level 3 qualification

Job description

Level 3 Baby Room Practitioner

Required for October 2026

Full or part time

Are you a passionate, nurturing and enthusiastic Early Years professional looking to make a real difference in the lives of young children? We are seeking a dedicated Baby Room Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team.

Working within our baby rooms, you will provide high-quality care and education for children aged 0-2 years, creating a warm, stimulating and secure environment where every child can thrive. You will support children's learning and development through engaging play opportunities, carefully planned experiences and responsive interactions, in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

You will be well-qualified and energetic with vision, purpose, warmth and humour, someone who works positively with colleagues and derives satisfaction from caring for and encouraging all children. You will hold an appropriate Early Years or Child Care qualification equivalent to Level 3 and have experience of working with children from six months to four years. You will be friendly, adaptable, flexible, well organised and confident dealing with parents, staff and pupils. This role is full or part time.

Greenfield Little School is a well-established, nurturing early years setting providing high-quality care and education for children aged 6 months to 4+ years. Operating year-round, Little School supports each child’s development and prepares them for a smooth transition into Reception in the September prior to their fifth birthday. As an integral part of Hoe Bridge School, it reflects the same ethos, combining a warm, welcoming atmosphere with a strong focus on purposeful learning and development.

Full details are available on the Hoe Bridge School website:

www.hoebridgeschool.co.uk/about/staff-vacancies

Experience: Applicants are expected to have previous experience within a school or nursery setting. An appropriate Early Years or Childcare qualification at Level 3 (or equivalent) is essential.

Hours: Full or part time (Monday to Friday), 52 weeks a year.

Salary: FTE salary range will be between £27,477 and £31,801.

Closing date for applications:9am, Friday 6 November 2026.

Hoe Bridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any person offered a position will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure.