Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

Protocol Education Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & development

Pension scheme

Staff wellbeing

Career progression

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a welcoming nursery in Chelmsford. The role focuses on providing high-quality care and learning opportunities for children aged 0-5, aligned with the EYFS framework.

The successful candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years, knowledge of EYFS, and a commitment to safeguarding. Experience is desirable but not essential, with ongoing training and career progression opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare (essential).
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Genuine passion for supporting children's development and wellbeing.
• Previous nursery experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and learning opportunities for children aged 0-5 years.
• Support the planning and implementation of engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework.
• Monitor and record children's development and progress.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Ensure safeguarding, health, safety, and welfare requirements are always met.
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Years Childcare

Job description

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and qualified Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a friendly and supportive nursery team in Chelmsford. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about early years education and committed to providing a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and learning opportunities for children aged 0-5 years.
• Support the planning and implementation of engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework.
• Monitor and record children's development and progress.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Ensure safeguarding, health, safety, and welfare requirements are always met.
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Requirements

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare (essential).
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's development and wellbeing.
• Previous nursery experience is desirable but not essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive management team.
• Pension scheme.
• Staff wellbeing initiatives.
• Career progression opportunities.

About You

You are a dedicated Early Years professional who enjoys creating fun, engaging learning experiences and helping children reach their full potential. You are reliable, caring, and enthusiastic about making a positive difference every day.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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