Level 3 Childcare Practitioner

Simply Education Ltd; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Simply Education Ltd is recruiting a Level 3 Childcare Practitioner for a permanent role in Saxilby, Lincoln. You will work with children aged 2-5, supporting development through play and ensuring a safe, nurturing environment.

The role includes 30-40 hours per week across four days, with a start date of 26 October 2026. A Level 2 is required, Level 3 preferred, and qualifications such as CACHE/NCFE/NVQ are considered.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 qualification in Childcare/EY is required.
• Level 3 qualification preferred.
• Qualifications may include CACHE, NCFE, NVQ or other recognised Early Years/Childcare qualifications.
• Previous nursery/early years experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development through play and activities.
• Provide high-quality care for children aged 2-5.
• Support personal, social and emotional development.
• Help children build confidence, independence and positive relationships.
• Follow EYFS framework and support individual learning needs.
• Create a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment.
• Work closely with colleagues and the wider nursery team.
• Communicate positively with parents and carers.
• Assist with daily routines including meals, toileting, dressing and transitions.
• Maintain high safeguarding, health and safety and child welfare standards.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Reliable

Confident communicator

Education

Level 2 Childcare

Level 3 Preferred

Job description

Level 3 Childcare Practitioner - Permanent Role - Saxilby

• Location: Saxilby, Lincoln
• Salary: £12.75 per hour
• Hours: 30-40 hours per week, across 4 days
• Contract: Permanent
• Start Date: 26th October 2026
• Age Group: 2-5 years

LOVE WORKING WITH LITTLE MINDS? YOUR NEXT ROLE COULD BE IN SAXILBY!

Are you a passionate Early Years Practitioner or Childcare Practitioner looking for a permanent opportunity where you can make a real difference to children's early development?

Simply Education is working with a welcoming nursery in Saxilby, Lincoln, who are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Childcare Practitioner to join their team on a permanent basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves working with young children and wants to be part of a supportive nursery environment where children are at the heart of everything they do.

The Role

You’ll be working with children aged 2-5 years, helping to create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where every child can learn, play and develop.

Your day will include:

• Supporting children's learning and development through play and engaging activities.
• Providing high-quality care for children aged 2-5.
• Supporting children's personal, social and emotional development.
• Helping children build confidence, independence and positive relationships.
• Following the EYFS framework and supporting children's individual learning needs.
• Creating a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment.
• Working closely with colleagues and supporting the wider nursery team.
• Communicating positively with parents and carers.
• Supporting daily routines including meals, toileting, dressing and transitions.
• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, health and safety and child welfare.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient and enthusiastic.
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• Passionate about working with children.
• Reliable and committed to a permanent role.
• A confident communicator and team player.
• Able to build strong, positive relationships with children.
• Familiar with the EYFS and early childhood development.
• A minimum Level 2 qualification in Childcare/Early Years is required, with a Level 3 qualification preferred.

Relevant qualifications may include CACHE, NCFE, NVQ or other recognised Early Years/Childcare qualifications.

Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting is highly desirable.

Why Simply Education?

When you work with Simply Education, you’re supported throughout your recruitment journey.

You’ll have access to:

• Competitive rates of pay.
• A dedicated education consultant.
• Regular communication and support.
• Access to training and CPD opportunities.
• Opportunities to develop your Early Years career.
• A straightforward and supportive recruitment process.

The Details

• Location: Saxilby, Lincoln
• Pay: £12.75 per hour
• Start: 26th October 2026
• Hours: 30-40 hours per week
• Working pattern: 4 days per week
• Contract: Permanent
• Age group: 2-5 years
• Qualification: Level 2 minimum; Level 3 preferred

Ready to take your next step in Early Years?

If you’re a Level 2 or Level 3 qualified Childcare Practitioner looking for a permanent role in Saxilby, we’d love to hear from you.

All candidates will be subject to appropriate safeguarding, referencing and DBS checks in line with statutory requirements.