Level 3 EYFS Practitioner – Playful Learning & Safeguarding

Horizon Teachers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Teachers is assisting a high‑achieving school in Kingston upon Thames to recruit a Level 3 Childcare Practitioner. This full‑time role runs 8:30am to 4pm, starting 1 September 2026, and focuses on supporting our youngest children within the Early Years Foundation Stage.

You will provide high‑quality care, plan engaging activities, build strong relationships with children, and work closely with teachers while following safeguarding procedures.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Childcare Practitioner qualification or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Commitment to safeguarding and high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support for children, ensuring safety and wellbeing.
• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities to support learning.
• Build positive relationships with children, colleagues and parents/carers.
• Support children's personal, social and emotional development.
• Maintain a stimulating, well-organised and inclusive learning environment.
• Observe and contribute to children's progress and development records.
• Work closely with teachers and school staff.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and child protection procedures.
• Promote positive behaviour and support children's independence and confidence.

Skills

Caring

Enthusiastic

Excellent communication skills

Reliable team player

Education

Level 3 Childcare Practitioner

Knowledge of EYFS

Job description

Horizon Teachers is assisting a high‑achieving school in Kingston upon Thames to recruit a Level 3 Childcare Practitioner. This full‑time role runs 8:30am to 4pm, starting 1 September 2026, and focuses on supporting our youngest children within the Early Years Foundation Stage.

You will provide high‑quality care, plan engaging activities, build strong relationships with children, and work closely with teachers while following safeguarding procedures.