Nursery Practitioner

Willingcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Job summary

Willingcare is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a family-run nursery in Greater London. The role involves planning and delivering EYFS-led activities, caring for children aged 0–5 years, and working as a key person with responsibilities for observations and safeguarding.

From £30,000 depending on experience, 40 hours per week, full-time permanent contract. Pension scheme and ongoing training are available.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework.
• Recent Nursery Practitioner experience – minimum 1 year.
• Experience caring for children aged 0–5 years.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver EYFS-led activities for your room.
• Act as key person, complete observations and assessments.
• Maintain accurate learning and development records.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Observation & assessment

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Tools

Paediatric First Aid

Job description

Job Description

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner - From £30,000

We have an exciting opportunity for a Nursery Practitioner to join our client’s family-run children’s day nursery. It is nestled in a leafy residential area and set within a large Edwardian house with extensive gardens. The setting cares for children aged 3 months to 5 years and operates from well-equipped rooms.

Before You Apply

• This role requires a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• You must have recent experience working as a Nursery Practitioner in a nursery – Minimum 1 Year
• Applicants must be confident managing a key group independently.

Key Job Details

• Salary: From £30,000 depending on experience
• 40 hours per week, All Year Round
• Full-time, permanent contract

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

• Clear room organisation and defined age groups
• Large garden space used as part of daily learning
• Family-run ownership with strong management team
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• Structured rota with fixed full-time hours

What You’ll Need

• Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years
• Strong working knowledge of the EYFS framework
• Recent experience as a Nursery Practitioner in a nursery setting – Minimum 1 year
• Experience caring for children aged 0–5 years
• Clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities

Desirable

• Paediatric First Aid
• Training or experience in additional early years programmes or specialty areas

What You’ll Do

• Plan and deliver EYFS-led activities appropriate to your room
• Act as key person, completing observations and assessments
• Maintain accurate learning and development records
• Follow safeguarding and health and safety procedures
• Support daily routines including meals, sleep and transitions
• Contribute to room planning meetings and parent communication

All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and right-to-work verification.

Reference: WILL239419/SM

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