Level 3 Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

The E C Roberts Centre; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization in Portsmouth as a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner. You'll play a vital role in shaping the early years education of children, providing a nurturing environment and implementing the EYFS curriculum. This position offers a chance to make a significant positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Annual Team Away Day

Free Counselling Service

Internal Social Club

Life Insurance

Uniform Provided

Cost of DBS Covered

Eye Care Support

Free Discount Cards

Quarterly Training

Qualifications

• At least 1 year post-qualification experience.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS and Birth to 5 framework.
• Confident and proactive in safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Create an engaging and nurturing environment for children.
• Deliver EYFS curriculum and tailor activities to individual needs.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children.

Skills

Child Development

Communication

Creativity

Empathy

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Job Advert

Job Title: Level 3 Nursery Practitioner – Level 3

Location: Roberts Day Nursery, Fratton Community Centre, Portsmouth

Job Type: Full time

Working hours: 37 hours per week

Recruiting Manager: Emma Gibb

Salary: £24,242 per annum

Inspire. Nurture. Make a Difference.

Join The Roberts Centre and become part of a team dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families across Portsmouth, Havant, and Gosport. For over 36 years, we have supported families facing homelessness, relationship breakdowns, and other challenges, helping them build safe and stable futures. If you’re passionate about early years education and want to work in an environment where you can make a real impact, this is the role for you!

Your Role & Responsibilities:

Create an engaging and nurturing environment where children thrive.

Deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, tailoring activities to each child’s unique needs.

• Track key children’s progress and share their learning journey with parents/carers using Tapestry.
• Build strong partnerships with families, working together to provide the best start in life.
• Ensure the safety, well-being, and development of all children in the nursery.
• Raise any concerns to the Manager/Deputy while maintaining confidentiality.

Who We’re Looking For:

• A Level 3 Early Years qualification with at least one year of post-qualification experience.
• Passionate about child development with a strong knowledge of the EYFS and Birth to 5 framework.
• Confident, empathetic, and proactive in safeguarding children.
• A creative thinker who brings new ideas and solutions to enhance learning.
• A great communicator who values partnerships with parents and colleagues.

Why Join Us?

• Make a Positive Difference – Help shape young minds and support families in need.
• Work Together – Be part of a collaborative and caring team that values connection and support.
• Think Creatively – Bring fresh ideas to life, ensuring children receive the best early years education.
• Grow & Develop – Access ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Feel Valued & Respected – We celebrate diversity, champion inclusivity, and challenge the status quo.

Perks & Benefits:

• Pension Scheme – Employer contributions above the statutory minimum.
• Annual Team Away Day – A chance to recharge and connect.
• Free Counselling Service – Supporting your well-being.
• Internal Social Club – Bringing colleagues together beyond work.
• Life Insurance – 3x your salary, subject to successful completion of probation period.
• Uniform – Provided for Nursery staff.
• Cost of DBS – Covered by The Roberts Centre.
• Eye Care – Support for your eye health.
• Free Discount Cards – Including Blue Light and Charity Worker Discounts.
• Quarterly Training – Enhance your skills and knowledge with ongoing professional

  development.

Join Us & Be Part of Something Bigger!

This is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to empower children, support families, and be a force for positive change. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now to join The Roberts Centre—where every action counts, and every day offers the chance to change lives.

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This role involves regulated activity. To be considered, candidates must meet all eligibility, application, and qualification requirements as stipulated by the regulatory authority.

Additionally, applicants are required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check in accordance with Safer Recruitment practices.

The Roberts Centre is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.