Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

Revive Education; Tonbridge and Malling; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established Early Years setting in Tonbridge is seeking a passionate Level 2 or Level 3 Nursery Practitioner. The role involves working across different rooms to build relationships, fostering a child-centred learning environment that emphasizes exploration and play. Candidates should possess a relevant qualification and a passion for child-led learning. Competitive salary and benefits including online training courses are offered.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Free on-site parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff fruit delivery

Access to online training courses

Qualifications

• Passion for child-led, play-based learning.
• Commitment to safeguarding and high-quality care.
• Openness to new ideas, pedagogy, and reflective practice.

Responsibilities

• Work across all rooms initially to build relationships.
• Assist in providing a child-centred learning environment.
• Engage children in exploration and play.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Passion for child-led learning

Openness to new ideas

Calm and nurturing approach

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Full Time | Permanent | 45 Hours Per Week

Tonbridge, Kent

Salary: £30,139.20 (Level 2) | £31,964.40 (Level 3)

A well-established Early Years setting in Tonbridge is seeking a passionate, motivated Level 2 or Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join their highly respected and forward‑thinking team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a setting that blends Reggio Emilia and Scandinavian‑inspired pedagogy, giving children the freedom to explore, play and learn through curiosity‑led experiences with minimal unnecessary adult interruption.

If you value autonomy, outdoor learning and a genuinely child‑centred environment, this role will align perfectly with your ethos.

About the Role

This is a full‑time, 45‑hour position worked across one of the following shift patterns:

• 7:30 am – 5:30 pm (1 hour unpaid lunch)
• 8:00 am – 6:00 pm (1 hour unpaid lunch)

Practitioners are not placed permanently in one room. Initially, you will work across all rooms to build relationships and familiarity. Over time, you will be assigned across two rooms on a weekly pattern, with flexibility to move in line with the needs of the setting.

About the Setting

• 113 children on roll
• 5 rooms plus a traditional Mongolian Yurt used in summer
• Fully equipped forest school camp
• Team of 25 staff
• Large outdoor spaces and nature‑led environments

Ethos centre around

• Freedom and independence for children and adults
• Positive interactions rather than negative interventions
• Minimal instruction and maximum exploration
• Reduced sitting, lining up or adult‑led routines
• Respect, curiosity and child‑led learning

What They're Looking For

• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification
• A passion for child‑led, play‑based learning
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Openness to new ideas, pedagogy and reflective practice
• A calm, nurturing and positive approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and high‑quality care

Training, CPD & Progression

All staff receive access to over 60 online training courses through Noodle Now, including:

• Safeguarding
• Health & Safety
• Paediatric First Aid
• Food Hygiene

Mandatory courses are completed within the first 6 months. Additional progression opportunities include:

• Level 3 & Level 5 Early Years qualifications
• SENCO training
• Forest school training
• Specialist CPD linked to personal interests

Management actively supports career development and will research and consider any training staff wish to pursue.

Salary, Holidays & Benefits

• £30,139.20 per year (Level 2)
• £31,964.40 per year (Level 3)
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Free on‑site parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff fruit delivery
• Well‑equipped staff room with fridge, microwave and bottled water
• Excellent outdoor provision and forest school access
• Strong ethos and supportive leadership

How to Apply

If you’re looking for a genuinely inspiring setting where you can grow, contribute and be part of a forward‑thinking team, we’d love to hear from you.