Nursery Practitioner

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Brighton; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day working week

25 days annual leave

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Job summary

The Early Learning Academy in Ellesmere Port is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a passionate, child‑centred team. You will deliver high-quality early years education and care in a supportive environment that values creativity, teamwork and professional development.

You will plan engaging EYFS activities, observe and assess progress, and build strong relationships with families as a dedicated Key Person.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working with children under 5.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and child development.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• The ability to observe children, assess progress and plan next steps.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A positive, caring and enthusiastic approach.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Creating a safe, welcoming and engaging learning environment.
• Planning and delivering creative EYFS activities that support children’s development.
• Observing, assessing and recording children’s progress.
• Acting as a Key Person and building positive relationships with children and their families.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Supporting safeguarding, health and safety, and equality and diversity practices.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Participating in training, development and team meetings.

Skills

Level 3 qualification

Experience with under-5s

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Observation & assessment

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Years Education

Job description

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

The Early Learning Academy – Ellesmere Port

Salary: £13.90 per hour
Hours: Full-time, permanent (4 days per week)
Working pattern: 07:30 – 18:00, Monday to Friday
Holiday: 25 days annual leave

Join a nursery where children and staff thrive

The Early Learning Academy is looking for a passionate and experienced Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our dedicated team in Ellesmere Port. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive, child-centred environment where high-quality early years education and care are at the heart of everything we do.

If you are enthusiastic about helping children learn, grow and flourish, and you want to be part of a nursery that values creativity, teamwork and professional development, we would love to hear from you.

The role

As a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, you will create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment that supports the learning, development and wellbeing of children under five. You will plan and deliver engaging activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), build strong relationships with families, and play a key role in supporting each child’s individual development.

What you’ll be doing

• Creating a safe, welcoming and engaging learning environment.
• Planning and delivering creative EYFS activities that support children’s development.
• Observing, assessing and recording children’s progress.
• Acting as a Key Person and building positive relationships with children and their families.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Supporting safeguarding, health and safety, and equality and diversity practices.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery.
• Participating in training, development and team meetings.

What we’re looking for

Essential

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working with children under 5.
• A strong understanding of EYFS and child development.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• The ability to observe children, assess progress and plan next steps.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A positive, caring and enthusiastic approach.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Desirable

• Paediatric First Aid qualification.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs.

Why join The Early Learning Academy?

• Competitive hourly rate.
• 4-day working week.
• 25 days annual leave.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• The opportunity to make a real difference in children’s early learning and development.

This post involves regulated activity and is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with barred lists.