Level 3 Childcare Practitioner

Teaching Personnel; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a Level 3 Childcare Practitioner for a nursery within a school in Larkhill, Salisbury. Start date October 2026, pay £90-£94 per day. Open to experienced practitioners or those newly qualified, aiming to begin or continue a career in Early Years education.

The role supports young children in an EYFS setting, requires a nurturing approach, and collaboration with staff to promote wellbeing and development.

Qualifications

• Ideally hold a Level 3 Childcare/Early Years qualification.
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain one).
• Willingness to meet Teaching Personnel vetting requirements including safeguarding and Thrive training.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children within the school's nursery setting
• Creating a positive, engaging, and safe learning environment
• Working closely with teaching staff to support pupils' development and wellbeing
• Using initiative to adapt activities and support individual needs
• Promoting learning through play and structured activities

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Childcare experience

Education

Level 3 Childcare/Early Years

Job description

Level 3 Childcare Practitioner - Larkhill, Salisbury
Start Date: October 2026
Pay: £90-£94 per day

We are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Level 3 Childcare Practitioner to join a welcoming school based in Larkhill, Salisbury. This opportunity is open to both experienced practitioners and newly qualified candidates looking to begin or continue their career within Early Years education.

This role will be based within the nursery provision located within the school, supporting young children in a nurturing and engaging Early Years environment.

The successful candidate will be forward-thinking, proactive, and confident supporting young pupils within an EYFS setting. A strong understanding of the EYFS framework and a nurturing approach to child development are essential.

The Role:

• Supporting children within the school's nursery setting
• Creating a positive, engaging, and safe learning environment
• Working closely with teaching staff to support pupils' development and wellbeing
• Using initiative to adapt activities and support individual needs
• Promoting learning through play and structured activities

Requirements:

• Ideally hold a Level 3 Childcare/Early Years qualification
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework
• Confident supporting young learners
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain one)
• Willingness to comply with Teaching Personnel vetting requirements, including:
  • Safeguarding training
  • Thrive training

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive school environment where you can make a real difference in children's early education and development.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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