Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE

Exclusive deals

Well-being services

Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd is seeking a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner for a full-time, long-term temporary role in Greater London. Starting as soon as possible, 8am/10am to 4pm/6pm, you will join a warm, well‑organised setting where children benefit from caring adults, predictable routines and engaging activities.

Duties include delivering learning through play, planning age-appropriate experiences, supporting literacy, numeracy and communication, maintaining a safe classroom, and

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification preferred; Level 2 acceptable.
• Strong early years experience required.
• Warm, patient and nurturing approach to young children.
• Confident supporting early reading, phonics and play-based learning.
• Good organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and support early years activities that promote learning through play.
• Contribute to planning and preparation of age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Support early literacy, numeracy, communication, and physical development.
• Maintain a nurturing, safe, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Assist with observations, assessments, and notes on child progress.
• Help with daily routines such as settling, transitions, toileting, and meals.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain consistent early years practice.
• Uphold safeguarding expectations and prioritise child well-being.

Job description

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner – Full-time, long-term temporary and ongoing role. Starting as soon as possible, 8am/10am start to 4pm/6pm finish

This early years setting provides a warm, nurturing, and well‑organised learning environment where children benefit from caring adults, predictable routines, and engaging developmental activities. Staff work collaboratively to uphold high expectations, helping children feel safe, confident, and ready to explore. Pupils respond positively to purposeful experiences that encourage communication, independence, and steady early learning progress.

Duties as Level 3 Early Years Practitioner:

• Deliver and support early years activities that promote learning through play
• Contribute to planning and preparation of age‑appropriate learning experiences
• Support early literacy, numeracy, communication, and physical development
• Maintain a nurturing, safe, and stimulating classroom environment
• Assist with observations, assessments, and written notes on child progress
• Help with daily routines such as settling, transitions, toileting, and meals
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain consistent early years practice
• Uphold safeguarding expectations and prioritise child well‑being

Ideal Level 3 Early Years Practitioner:

• Level 3 Early Years qualification is ideal, but a Level 2 qualification will be considered
• Strong early years experience is required
• Warm, patient, and nurturing approach to young children
• Confident supporting early reading, phonics, and play‑based learning
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Able to work the required 8am/10am start and 4pm/6pm finish pattern
• Proactive, reliable, and committed to delivering high‑quality early years provision
• Dedicated to safeguarding and supporting positive child development

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Benefits

• Your salary – dependent on experience – is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self‑employed or umbrella companies.
• Access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high‑street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more.
• Comprehensive physical and emotional well‑being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.