Nursery Nurse

Supply Desk; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive safeguarding training

Weekly payments

Support from local education consult­?

Supportive team and environment

Excellently equipped facilities

Continued CPD and training

Refer a friend scheme

£100 referral fee

Job summary

Supply Desk is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a welcoming nursery in the Hemel Hempstead area. This full-time role supports early years learning under the EYFS framework, helping children aged 0–5 develop confidence in a safe, caring environment.

You will plan creative activities, observe progress, and build strong relationships with parents and colleagues while following safeguarding policies.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification (or equivalent).
• Previous nursery/early years experience is desirable.
• Good knowledge of EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Positive, caring, and proactive approach to supporting young children.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, welcoming environment for children aged 0–5.
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities aligned with EYFS.
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress.
• Build positive relationships with parents and colleagues.
• Support children's social, emotional, and physical development through play.
• Follow safeguarding and nursery policies to maintain high standards.
• Assist with daily nursery routines, including meals and care.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Proactive approach

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner – Hemel Hempstead

Location: Hemel Hempstead area
Job Type: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £22,000–£29,000pa (Dependent on experience)

About the Role

Supply Desk is recruiting a caring and enthusiastic Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a welcoming nursery in the Hemel Hempstead area. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated early years professional who is passionate about supporting young children's learning and development in a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment.

As part of a friendly and supportive team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality childcare and early years education, helping children build confidence, develop essential skills, and achieve their full potential through the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Create a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment where children aged 0–5 can learn, play, and thrive.
• Plan and deliver creative, age-appropriate activities that support children's development in line with the EYFS framework.
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress, supporting their individual learning journeys.
• Build positive and professional relationships with parents, carers, and colleagues.
• Encourage children's social, emotional, and physical development through engaging play and learning experiences.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies to maintain the highest standards of care.
• Assist with daily nursery routines, including mealtimes, personal care, and general classroom organisation.

Requirements

• Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification (or equivalent).
• Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting is desirable.
• Good knowledge of the EYFS framework and current safeguarding procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A positive, caring, and proactive approach to supporting young children.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

What’s on Offer

• Comprehensive safeguarding training
• Weekly payments
• Ongoing support from experienced, local education consultants
• A supportive team and environment
• Excellently equipped facilities
• Opportunities for continued professional development (CPD and training)
• Refer a friend scheme

We offer £100 referral fee for any successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete five or more shifts.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to complete and maintain an enhanced DBS check throughout their employment and comply with safer recruitment standards.