Level 3 Childcare Practitioner

Nursery Rhymes - Leicester Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Supportive team

Well-resourced environment

Career progression

Team events

Pension & leave

Staff wellbeing

Job summary

Nursery Rhymes - Knighton in Leicester is seeking a Level 3 Early Years Educator to support children's development, learning, and wellbeing in a warm, high‑quality setting. You’ll work with a friendly team to plan stimulating activities and ensure every child feels valued.

The role requires knowledge of the EYFS framework, safeguarding practice, and clear communication with children and parents. We offer a supportive environment, ongoing training, and real opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a nursery or early years setting.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Support children’s development, learning and wellbeing in a high-quality environment.
• Work with a friendly team to plan activities and ensure a smooth daily routine.

Skills

Experience in nursery or early years

EYFS understanding

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication with children/parents

Team player

Education

Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification

Job description

Early Years Educator (Level 3 Qualified)

Location: Nursery Rhymes - Knighton, Leicester, LE2 3RR

We’re looking for a passionate Level 3 Early Years Educator to join our award-winning team at Nursery Rhymes - Knighton

If you genuinely love working with children, enjoy being part of a supportive team, and want to feel valued at work every day- this could be the role for you.

At Nursery Rhymes, we’re proud of our warm, welcoming environment and long-standing team. Many of our staff have been with us for years, creating a stable, supportive setting for both children and colleagues.

What makes this role different?

• A warm, smiling face that makes every child feel special
• The ability to laugh at jokes you don’t understand (you’ll hear plenty!)
• A bit of quirkiness- if a child asks you to be a pirate captain, you’ll fully commit
• A genuine love of fun, laughter, and making each day enjoyable
• The ability to make children feel safe, valued, and important

There really is no other job quite like this one.

About the Role

As an Early Years Educator, you’ll play a key role in supporting children’s development, learning, and wellbeing within a high-quality environment.

Yes, there’s paperwork, planning, and responsibility- but you’ll be supported by an experienced and friendly team who work together to make each day run smoothly.

Experience & Key Skills

• Experience working in a nursery or early years setting
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection
• Confident communicator with children, parents, and colleagues
• A team player with a positive attitude

What we offer

• Competitive salary (based on experience and qualifications)
• A genuinely supportive team - many staff have been with us for years
• A well-resourced, high-quality learning environment
• Ongoing training and real career progression opportunities
• Regular team events and a positive, friendly culture
• Pension scheme and paid annual leave
• Focus on staff wellbeing and support

Safeguarding

Nursery Rhymes (Leicester) Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and references will be required.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Previous applicants need not reapply at this time