Level 3 Nursery Practitioner - Leigh-on-Sea

Protocol Education Limited; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedule

Weekly PAYE

Consultant support

Free CPD & training

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is currently seeking a Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner to join a welcoming nursery team in Leigh-on-Sea. The role offers half-day shifts with the potential to become a permanent member of staff.

You will support children's learning within the EYFS framework, create engaging activities, and help maintain a safe, nurturing environment while collaborating with colleagues and parents. This position appeals to those seeking flexibility and future progression.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Childcare Qualification (or equivalent).
• Passion for Early Years education.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum.
• Positive, caring and proactive approach.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support children within the nursery setting to learn, develop and thrive.
• Create engaging and stimulating learning experiences in line with the EYFS framework.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Promote children's wellbeing, development and independence.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment.

Skills

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

EYFS awareness

Team player

Childcare

Education

Level 3 Childcare Qualification

Job description

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner - Leigh-on-Sea

Are you a passionate Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner looking for a rewarding role in a nurturing school environment?

A beautiful and welcoming school in Leigh-on-Sea is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years professional to join their nursery team. This role offers half-day shifts, making it ideal for candidates seeking flexibility while continuing to make a positive impact on young learners. The school is looking for someone who could become a permanent member of staff in the future.

The Role

• Support children within the nursery setting to learn, develop and thrive
• Create engaging and stimulating learning experiences in line with the EYFS framework
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Promote children's wellbeing, development and independence
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment

Requirements

• Level 3 Childcare Qualification (or equivalent)
• A genuine passion for Early Years education
• Strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum
• Positive, caring and proactive approach
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Why You'll Love This School

• Beautiful and supportive learning environment
• Warm and welcoming staff team
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position
• Excellent resources and facilities
• Strong focus on child-centred learning

Benefits of Working with Protocol Education

• Competitive pay rates
• Flexible work opportunities to suit your schedule
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your journey
• Access to free CPD and training opportunities
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent roles
• A trusted education recruitment specialist with strong local school partnerships

If you are passionate about EYFS and want to be part of a fantastic school community in Leigh-on-Sea, we'd love to hear from you.

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. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.