Level 3 Qualified Nursery Nurse

Zero2Five Early Years Recruitment; London Borough of Croydon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join a home-from-home childcare setting in Croydon. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team, using natural resources to encourage fun and stimulating learning through play. Applicants must have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare, strong safeguarding knowledge, and a passion for nurturing young children. Join us in making a difference in early childhood education.

Qualifications

• At least two years’ experience in an early years setting, including direct work in a baby room.
• In-depth understanding of the EYFS framework and principles of child development.
• Genuine passion for early childhood education and dedication to the well-being of young children.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging educational activities in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Ensure that safeguarding practices are followed effectively.

Skills

Sound knowledge of safeguarding practices

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Dependability

Adaptability

Strong time management skills

Education

Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare

Paediatric First Aid certification

Job description

Level 3 Qualified Nursery Nurse

Zero2Five are proud to be working with a home from home childcare setting based in Croydon, who are in search of a motivated and passionate Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner. The successful applicant will work alongside an experienced team to encourage learning through play with natural resources in a calm, fun, and stimulating environment.

Requirements

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare (e.g., CACHE, NVQ, BTEC)
• Paediatric First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding practices
• At least two years’ experience in an early years setting, including direct work in a baby room
• In-depth understanding of the EYFS framework and principles of child development
• Experience providing team support or demonstrating potential for leadership is advantageous, though not essential
• Genuine passion for early childhood education and dedication to the well‑being of young children
• Positive, nurturing, and highly professional approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Dependability, adaptability, and strong time management skills
• Willingness to embrace feedback and actively pursue opportunities for leadership development

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging educational activities in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Ensure that safegua...