Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

Recruit by Nature; Windsor; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Christmas and New Year closure time

Birthday half-day off

Employee of the Month half-day off

Training and development, including S​

Childcare and employee discounts

Company pension

Company events

Free on-site parking

Small, family-run setting

Job summary

Recruit by Nature in Windsor, Berkshire is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a small, family-run preschool. The role focuses on delivering engaging early years activities, building strong relationships with children and families, and supporting preschoolers' confidence and independence in a warm, close-knit setting.

The position is full-time and permanent, based on 8:00/8:30 start times with rotating shifts, five days per week.

Qualifications

• Plan age-appropriate activities responding to children’s interests.
• Support preschool children with confidence, independence and readiness for school.
• Work as part of a team to deliver high-quality early years education.

Responsibilities

• Plan age-appropriate activities that respond to children's interests.
• Create an imaginative environment that encourages exploration and play.
• Support preschool children's confidence, independence and readiness for school.
• Tailor learning experiences to individual developmental needs.
• Maintain children's safety and wellbeing throughout the nursery day.
• Keep the learning environment clean, organised and welcoming.
• Use indoor and outdoor spaces to extend children's learning.
• Share progress updates with parents and carers.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute best practice.
• Participate in training to keep early years practice up to date.

Skills

Planning activities

Teamwork

Engagement with children

Communication with parents

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner - Preschool - Windsor, Berkshire, SL4

A small, family-run nursery in Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner - Preschool to join its experienced team. The setting offers a personal approach to childcare, with two well-equipped rooms and outdoor learning spaces. This position suits a qualified early years practitioner who enjoys following children's interests, building relationships with families and supporting preschool children as they grow in confidence and independence.

Employment Type

Full-time, permanent, in-person nursery position. Five days per week preferred.

Salary

From £29,704.50 per year + benefits.

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Additional time off during the nursery's Christmas and New Year closure.
• Half a day off for your birthday.
• Half a day off when named Employee of the Month.
• Training and professional development, including support for further SEND training.
• Childcare and employee discount benefits.
• Company pension.
• Company events.
• Free on-site parking.
• An experienced team in a small, family-run setting.

Working Hours & Shift Pattern

Full-time, permanent.

Based at one nursery in Windsor, SL4.

• Five days per week preferred.
• Rotational shifts of 8:00am to 5:30pm or 8:30am to 6:00pm.
• Work is delivered in person with the preschool-aged group.

Job Description

As a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner - Preschool, you will deliver engaging early learning experiences in a small nursery in Windsor. You will support children through creative activities, everyday routines and exploration, tailoring learning to their interests and developmental needs. The setting uses a Birth to Five approach and extends learning into its outdoor spaces and local community. Within nurseries & early years, this childcare position offers the opportunity to contribute ideas, work closely with an established team and build constructive partnerships with parents.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan age-appropriate activities that respond to children's interests.
• Create an imaginative environment that encourages exploration and play.
• Support preschool children's confidence, independence and readiness for school.
• Tailor learning experiences to individual developmental needs.
• Maintain children's safety and wellbeing throughout the nursery day.
• Keep the learning environment clean, organised and welcoming.
• Use indoor and outdoor spaces to extend children's learning.
• Share clear updates about progress and achievements with parents and carers.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute creative ideas and good practice.
• Take part in training and keep early years practice up to date.

Essential Requirements

• You must have the right to work in the UK.
• A full and relevant childcare qualification at Level 3 or above.
• Early years knowledge appropriate to a qualified practitioner position.
• A genuine interest in supporting preschool children's learning and development.
• The ability to plan engaging activities and adapt them to individual needs.
• A friendly, creative approach and strong teamwork skills.
• The ability to work the stated rotational shifts and contribute reliably to the nursery team.
• Also suitable for: Early Years Practitioner, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, Preschool Practitioner

Company Culture

As a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner - Preschool, you will be part of a nursery team that values a warm, individual approach to children and their families. The setting is registered for up to 24 children, enabling close relationships across the team. Children's curiosity shapes learning, while outdoor experiences and community visits extend the classroom. An established SENCO is in place, and further SEND training is supported for practitioners who want to develop their knowledge.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early interest is warmly encouraged.