Nursery Practitioner

Randstad Education; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Supportive team environment

Access to professional development programs

Consultant support

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Level 3 Nursery Practitioner for a full-time position in Burgess Hill. You will be part of a supportive team, providing nurturing care to children aged 0-5, and delivering engaging educational activities based on the EYFS curriculum. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in Childcare and relevant experience in early years settings. This position offers competitive salary packages and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Recognised Level 3 qualification in Childcare or equivalent.
• Recent experience in a nursery or pre-school setting.
• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS framework.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; good organisational skills
• Genuine commitment to working with young children and their holistic development

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver educational activities for children aged 0-5.
• Act as a Key Person, monitoring children's progress.
• Ensure safety, hygiene, and welfare standards are maintained.
• Maintain high standards of safety, hygiene and welfare at all times
• Observe, assess and document children's learning and development

Skills

EYFS framework knowledge

Strong verbal communication

Organisational abilities

Education

Level 3 qualification in Childcare

Job description

Qualified Level 3 Nursery Practitioner - Full-Time in Burgess Hill

Randstad Education is actively recruiting a dedicated and passionate Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join the team at a vibrant nursery located in the Burgess Hill area of West Sussex.

Key Role Information and Benefits

• Role: Level 3 Nursery Practitioner
• Location: Burgess Hill, West Sussex
• Hours: Full-time, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Schedule: 5 days a week
• Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications
• Start Date: Immediate start available

We offer:

• A competitive salary package and favourable holiday entitlement.
• The opportunity to work within a supportive and encouraging team environment.
• Access to continuous professional development (CPD) and training programmes.
• Dedicated support and guidance from your experienced Randstad Education consultant.

Your Responsibilities

As an essential member of the nursery team, you will be responsible for providing a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children aged 0-5. Key duties include:

• Planning and delivering engaging and age-appropriate educational activities in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
• Acting as a designated Key Person for a group of children, monitoring their progress, and maintaining accurate developmental records.
• Establishing positive and productive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Ensuring the highest standards of safety, hygiene, and welfare are maintained at all times.
• Observing, assessing, and documenting children's learning and development.

Essential Requirements

• A recognised Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or an equivalent qualification such as NNEB, or NVQ Level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development).
• Recent, relevant experience working within a formal early years setting (nursery or pre-school).
• Excellent knowledge and practical understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Strong verbal communication, written skills, and good organisational abilities.
• A genuine commitment to working with young children and supporting their holistic development.

Next Steps

If you are a talented Level 3 Nursery Practitioner seeking a rewarding, full-time position in Burgess Hill, please get in touch with us.

Apply now with your CV or call Rachael Tanner on 01293 527416 to discuss this opportunity further.

Randstad Education is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.