Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

UCM Recruitment; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days holiday per year

Job summary

UCM Recruitment is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner for a welcoming Early Years setting in Harrow. The role offers 37 hours across four days or 40 hours across five days, with a generous holiday entitlement of up to 35 days per year, making it ideal for an experienced childcare professional seeking flexibility and a healthy work-life balance.

You will provide high-quality care in line with the EYFS, plan and deliver age-appropriate activities, support children's development and wellbeing,

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 3 Childcare or Early Years qualification.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in a nursery or Early Years setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality care and education for young children in line with the EYFS
• Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities that encourage learning through play
• Creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where children can learn and thrive
• Supporting children's individual learning, development and emotional wellbeing
• Acting as a key person and developing positive relationships with children and their families
• Completing observations and assessments to monitor children's progress and inform future planning
• Encouraging children's confidence, independence and social development
• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, health and safety and professional practice
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to provide consistent, high-quality Early Years provision
• Contributing positively to the day-to-day running of the nursery

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Observation & assessment

Communication & teamwork

Child development

Education

Level 3 Childcare / Early Years qualification

Job description

We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a welcoming Early Years setting in Harrow. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified childcare professional looking to develop their career within a supportive nursery environment that values children's learning, development and wellbeing.

The position offers a choice of 37 hours across four days or 40 hours across five days, alongside a generous holiday entitlement of up to 35 days per year. This opportunity would particularly suit an experienced Early Years professional seeking a rewarding role with greater flexibility and a healthy work-life balance.

• Providing high-quality care and education for young children in line with the EYFS
• Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities that encourage learning through play
• Creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where children can learn and thrive
• Supporting children's individual learning, development and emotional wellbeing
• Acting as a key person and developing positive relationships with children and their families
• Completing observations and assessments to monitor children's progress and inform future planning
• Encouraging children's confidence, independence and social development
• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, health and safety and professional practice
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to provide consistent, high-quality Early Years provision
• Contributing positively to the day-to-day running of the nursery

The successful candidate will hold a Level 3 Childcare or Early Years qualification and ideally have previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting. You will have a strong understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding and child development, alongside excellent communication and teamwork skills.

We are looking for someone patient, reliable and proactive, with a genuine passion for supporting young children's development and creating meaningful learning experiences.

About UCM Education:

UCM Education works closely with nurseries and schools across the UK to place education professionals into roles where they can thrive. Due to the volume of applications received, we may be unable to contact all unsuccessful applicants. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment