Level 3 Early Years Teacher - Gumboots Nursery and Pre-School

London Early Years Foundation; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare organization in East Dulwich is seeking a qualified Early Years Practitioner. This full-time role offers a salary of £29,958 per annum, with a 4-day week option available. Responsibilities include providing education and care to children aged 0-5, delivering a stimulating curriculum, and ensuring a safe environment. Candidates must have a Level 3 childcare qualification and the right to work in the UK. Benefits include generous annual leave, pension contributions, and childcare discounts.

Benefits

Generous pension contributions

70% discount on childcare fees

Up to 35 days annual leave

Sector-leading parental leave

Team celebrations

Annual company conference

Qualifications

• Level 3 or above childcare qualification is mandatory.
• Ability to protect and safeguard children.
• A passionate and imaginative approach to education.

Responsibilities

• Provide Early Years Education to children from birth to 5 years.
• Deliver a stimulating curriculum in accordance with LEYF's teaching model.
• Create engaging learning experiences tailored to each child's needs.
• Support safeguarding and ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Child safeguarding

Early Years Education

Curriculum delivery

Imaginative teaching

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Overview

Early Years Practitioner Level 3 - Full Time - East Dulwich, SE22 - £29,958 per annum + sector leading benefits. There is also a 4 day week option available (Mon-Thur or Tue-Fri).

We are the London Early Years Foundation (LEYF), a charitable social enterprise running 40 nurseries in London. We are committed to equal education and care for all children and aim to give them the best start in life. 100% of our nurseries are Ofsted-rated Outstanding or Good.

Gumboots Nursery and Pre-School (Ofsted-rated Good) provides Early Years Education and Care to children from birth to 5 years old. We are located at 171-173 Crystal Palace Rd, East Dulwich, SE22 9EP, close to East and North Dulwich stations, with access to free off-street parking. Our setting offers a varied curriculum including activities such as baking, Zumba, gardening, and trips within the local community.

If you’re a Level 3 or above Qualified Early Years Teacher, this role supports you as a teacher within LEYF, though you may see it referred to as Nursery Practitioner in other Early Years settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide Early Years Education and Care to children from birth to 5 years old.
• Deliver a varied and stimulating curriculum in line with LEYF’s teaching model.
• Create engaging learning experiences (e.g., baking sessions, outdoor activities, community trips) tailored to each child’s learning needs.
• Support safeguarding and welfare to ensure a safe environment for children.

What we look for

• Level 3 or above childcare qualification that is full and relevant for the Early Years sector, to count in legal Nursery Practitioner ratios.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Evidence of ability to protect and safeguard children and a passionate, imaginative approach to providing high-quality Early Years education.

Benefits and work arrangements

• Salary of £29,958 per annum for full time, 40 hours per week. Option to split shifts over 4 or 5 days.
• Generous pension: LEYF contributes 7% while you contribute 1%.
• 70% discount on childcare fees for your child at a LEYF nursery.
• Up to 35 days annual leave per year (including 8 bank holidays, 3 days off between Christmas and New Year, and your birthday off).
• Sector-leading parental leave, free wellbeing app, shopping discounts, and team celebrations in your nursery.
• Annual company conference as a whole-company event.

How to apply

If this sounds like you, we’d love to receive your application. After applying, a recruiter will reach out for a quick chat and to book an interview. Our recruitment process is fast, and you can expect to hear from us within 1–2 days of applying. You can reach us at [e-mail] with any questions about being an Early Years Teacher / Nursery Practitioner at LEYF.