Nursery Practitioner

Willingcare; Egham; On-site; GBP 23,800 - 32,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Staff incentives

Team events

Uniform provided

Training and development opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Willingcare is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a friendly, supportive team caring for children aged 3 months to 5 years in a home-from-home environment.

The role offers 40 hours per week across 4 or 5 days, with a strong focus on the EYFS framework, safeguarding, and child development. DBS checks and references apply.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification required.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Caring, nurturing, and child-centred approach to childcare.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework.
• Plan and participate in engaging activities supporting learning and development.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Create a safe, stimulating environment where children can thrive.
• Observe, assess, and support children's learning journeys.
• Promote development across emotional, social, physical, and cognitive areas.
• Collaborate with the nursery team to maintain high standards of care.
• Maintain safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies.

Skills

Level 3 EY qualification

EYFS understanding

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication & teamwork

Child-centred care

Nursery experience

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Job Description

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

£28,000 per annum | 40 Hours Per Week | 4 or 5 Days Per Week

We’re on the lookout for a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our client’s friendly and supportive team. Caring for children aged 3 months to 5 years, the nursery has created a genuine home-from-home environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to develop at their own pace.

With a strong focus on nurturing relationships, learning through play, and creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere, this is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a close-knit team that is dedicated to giving every child the very best start in life.

Offering a choice of working 40 hours across 4 or 5 days, the role also provides flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance.

What We’re Looking For

• Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A caring, nurturing, and child-centred approach to childcare

What’s On Offer

• Pension scheme
• Staff incentives
• Team events
• Uniform provided
• Training and development opportunities
• Career progression opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework
• Plan and participate in engaging activities that support children's learning and development
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Create a safe, stimulating, and welcoming environment where children can thrive
• Observe, assess, and support children's individual learning journeys
• Promote children's emotional, social, physical, and cognitive development
• Work collaboratively with the wider nursery team to maintain high standards of care
• Maintain safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies at all times

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.