Level 3 Nursery Practitiioner

UCM Recruitment; London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £28,000-£31,000

40 hours per week

Strong child development focus

Good staffing ratios

Job summary

UCM Education in London is seeking a confident Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a small nursery in Hammersmith & Fulham, caring for children aged 2-5 years. You will plan and deliver engaging EYFS activities, observe progress and support SEND needs.

You will work closely with colleagues, maintain records, uphold safeguarding standards and build strong relationships with families to promote high-quality childcare.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years.
• Solid experience in a nursery environment.
• Good understanding of EYFS and child development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with EYFS.
• Support children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Complete observations, assessments and learning journals.
• Provide support for children with SEND and adapt activities as needed.
• Create a stimulating, safe and nurturing environment.
• Support daily routines, independence and social development.
• Build relationships with parents and families and communicate progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver high-quality childcare.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Uphold safeguarding, health and safety and Ofsted standards.

Skills

EYFS planning

Observations & Assessments

SEND support

Safeguarding

Parent communication

Team collaboration

Education

Level 3 Childcare/Early Years

Job description

Looking for a setting where you can make a genuine difference to children's learning and development?

We are recruiting for a confident and enthusiastic Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a small, established nursery in Hammersmith & Fulham, caring for children aged approximately 2-5 years.

The nursery places strong emphasis on meaningful learning experiences, activity planning and inclusive practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner who enjoys being actively involved in children's progress and wants to be part of a close-knit team committed to high standards of Early Years education.

Benefits

• Salary: £28,000-£31,000, depending on experience
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Generous staffing ratios and opportunities for more individual interaction with children
• A strong focus on child development, learning and inclusive practice

You will be

• Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS
• Supporting children's individual learning, development and wellbeing
• Completing observations, assessments and learning journals to track children's progress
• Providing appropriate support for children with SEND and adapting activities to meet individual needs
• Creating a stimulating, safe and nurturing learning environment
• Supporting children's daily routines, independence and social development
• Building positive relationships with parents and families, keeping them informed of their child's progress
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver consistent, high-quality childcare
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation
• Upholding safeguarding, health and safety and Ofsted standards across the setting

What we're looking for

The successful candidate will hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years and have solid experience working within a nursery environment.

You should have a good understanding of the EYFS, child development, observations and planning, with the confidence to support children with different learning needs, including SEND.

We are looking for someone proactive, caring and knowledgeable who takes pride in their practice and understands the importance of creating meaningful learning opportunities for every child.

If you're looking for a setting where you can focus on quality childcare, build meaningful relationships and make a real impact on children's development, we'd love to hear from you.

About UCM Education

UCM Education works closely with nurseries and schools across the UK to place education professionals into roles where they can thrive.

UCM Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment