Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

ACR Recruitment & Training Limited; Leicester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Professional development

Career progression

Job summary

ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd are supporting a welcoming nursery in Leicester with the recruitment of an experienced Level 3 Nursery Practitioner.

You will deliver high-quality care and development for children aged 0-4, working 40 hours per week across all-year rounds. The role is permanent and full-time, with early and late shift patterns to cover the needs of the setting.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare (essential).
• Experience in a UK nursery or Early Years setting.
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Strong safeguarding and child development knowledge.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Caring, enthusiastic and professional approach.
• Able to work in a busy nursery team.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and learning experiences for children aged 0-4
• Support children's development in line with the EYFS framework
• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities
• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Complete observations and contribute to children's learning records
• Support children's individual needs and development
• Follow safeguarding, health & safety and nursery policies
• Work collaboratively as part of the wider Early Years team
• Contribute to maintaining high standards of care and provision

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare

Job description

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner – Leicester

Location: Leicester, LE3

Contract: Permanent | Full-Time

Hours: 40 hours per week | All year round

Shift Patterns:

• Early: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
• Late: 9:30 am - 6:00 pm

Salary: Up to £27,040 per annum

About the Role

ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd are delighted to be supporting a welcoming nursery in Leicester with the recruitment of an experienced Level 3 Nursery Practitioner.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Early Years professional to join a supportive nursery team and contribute to the care, learning and development of children aged 0-4 years.

You will play an important role in creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn, develop and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and learning experiences for children aged 0-4
• Support children's development in line with the EYFS framework
• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities
• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Complete observations and contribute to children's learning records
• Support children's individual needs and development
• Follow safeguarding, health & safety and nursery policies
• Work collaboratively as part of the wider Early Years team
• Contribute to maintaining high standards of care and provision

What We're Looking For

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare – essential
• Previous experience working within a UK nursery or Early Years setting
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child development
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A caring, enthusiastic and professional approach
• Ability to work effectively as part of a busy nursery team
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one

Benefits and Conditions

• Salary of up to £27,040 per annum
• Permanent, full-time position
• 40 hours per week, all year round
• Structured early and late shift patterns
• On-site parking
• Supportive nursery environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression