Level 3 Nursery Nurse

Supply Desk Ltd; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly payments

Safeguarding training

CPD opportunities

Friendly working environment

Refer-a-friend scheme

£100 referral fee

Job summary

Supply Desk is recruiting a Level 3 Nursery Nurse to join a welcoming nursery in Welwyn Garden City with an immediate start. You will support children's learning and development in a safe, stimulating environment, adhering to the EYFS framework and safeguarding policy.

You will work closely with colleagues to deliver high-quality early years education, provide personal care where required, and contribute to a supportive team that values wellbeing and individual needs.

Qualifications

• A recognised Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education.
• Previous experience in a nursery or early years setting.
• Good knowledge of the EYFS framework and best practice.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with EYFS.
• Promote children's learning, development, independence and confidence through play.
• Observe, assess and record progress, contributing to learning journeys.
• Provide high standards of care, ensuring children's safety and wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Support children’s personal care routines as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and stimulating nursery environment.
• Encourage positive behaviour, inclusion and social interaction.
• Follow nursery policies including safeguarding and health & safety.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Caring

Patience

Proactive

Education

Level 3 childcare/early years qualification

Job description

Level 3 Nursery Nurse - Welwyn Garden City

Location: Welwyn Garden City

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Full-time

Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience

Supply Desk is currently recruiting for a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Level 3 Nursery Nurse to join a welcoming and supportive nursery setting in Welwyn Garden City, with an immediate start available.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate childcare professional who is committed to supporting young children's learning, development, and wellbeing during their early years. The successful candidate will help create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children feel secure, confident, and encouraged to explore, learn, and grow.

The role will involve supporting children's physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development through engaging play-based activities and age-appropriate learning experiences. You will work closely with colleagues to deliver high-quality early years education, follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, and ensure every child receives the care and support they need to thrive.

The nursery prides itself on providing a warm and inclusive atmosphere, with a strong focus on children's wellbeing, development, and individual needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified nursery practitioner looking to join a supportive team and make a positive difference in children's early learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS framework.
• Promote children's learning, development, independence, and confidence through play-based experiences.
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress, contributing to their individual learning journeys.
• Provide high standards of care, ensuring children's safety, welfare, and wellbeing at all times.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers, and colleagues.
• Support children's personal care routines, including feeding, toileting, and changing, where required.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and stimulating nursery environment.
• Encourage positive behaviour, inclusion, and social interaction.
• Follow nursery policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health and safety, and confidentiality requirements.

Requirements

• A recognised Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education.
• Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting.
• A genuine passion for supporting young children's learning and development.
• Good knowledge of the EYFS framework and early years best practice.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A caring, patient, and proactive approach.
• The ability to create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for children.
• A thorough understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay, dependent on experience.
• Weekly payments.
• Comprehensive safeguarding training.
• Ongoing support from experienced education consultants.
• Access to continued professional development (CPD) and training opportunities.
• A friendly and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities to develop your experience within early years education.
• A refer-a-friend scheme.

We also offer a £100 referral fee for successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete five or more shifts.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to complete the relevant safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, and comply with safeguarding requirements throughout their employment.