Nursery Practitioner

Willingcare; Northolt; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Pension scheme

Ongoing training & development

Discounted childcare

Job summary

Willingcare is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a nurturing early years team in Northolt, UK. The role focuses on delivering high-quality care and education in line with EYFS, planning engaging activities, and creating a warm, safe environment for children to thrive.

You will work a 40-hour week across 4 or 5 days, with on-site parking and ongoing training, contributing to a supportive nursery that values its staff and children's development.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
• Good knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements.
• Previous experience in an early years setting.
• A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework.
• Plan and provide engaging, play-based activities that support development.
• Create a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe, secure, and confident.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress to support individual learning journeys.
• Encourage children's independence, confidence, and social development through meaningful play.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery practice.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Caring

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Job Description

Nursery Practitioner (Level 3)

£27,000–£29,000 per year | 40 Hours per Week Across 4 or 5 Days

The earliest years of a child's life shape their confidence, curiosity, and love of learning. This is your opportunity to be part of a nursery that's passionate about creating those first meaningful experiences.

This welcoming nursery provides a nurturing, stimulating, and secure environment where children are encouraged to explore, grow, and develop at their own pace. With a strong focus on creating a genuine home-away-from-home atmosphere, every child is supported to feel safe, valued, and confident while building the foundations for lifelong learning.

As a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, you'll join a caring and supportive team that believes strong relationships, engaging experiences, and a warm environment help every child reach their full potential.

What We're Looking For

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
• Previous experience working within an early years setting.
• Good knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements.
• A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for nurturing young children and supporting their development.

What You'll Receive

• £27,000–£29,000 per year
• 40-hour working week across 4 or 5 days
• On-site parking
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Discounted childcare
• Opportunity to work within a supportive nursery that values both its children and its team

Your Role

• Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework.
• Plan and provide engaging, play-based activities that inspire children's curiosity and development.
• Create a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe, secure, and confident.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress to support their individual learning journeys.
• Encourage children's independence, confidence, and social development through meaningful play experiences.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery practice 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.

Reference: WILL248070/JC

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