Nursery Practitioner Level 3 - Royston

Partou Childcare; Royston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

Professional training

Childcare discount

Enhanced leave

Pension

Annual leave 23 days

Birthday off

Health plan

Discounts

Buddy referral bonus

Job summary

Partou Bumpkins Day Nursery & Pre-school in Royston, Hertfordshire, is seeking a Level 3 Early Years qualified practitioner for a full-time role. You will ensure children engage in stimulating activities aligned with EYFS, provide compassionate care, and maintain a safe environment while building strong partnerships with families.

The role offers a £29,952 base salary plus a £5,000 welcome bonus, with benefits including training, a 60% childcare discount for you and family, enhanced leave,

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Strong EYFS knowledge.
• Passion for early years education.
• Confidence in supporting children’s learning and development.
• Commitment to safeguarding and continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver full-time 40-hour week role as Early Years Practitioner L3.
• Engage children in stimulating activities aligned with EYFS.
• Maintain safe, inclusive environment and partner with families.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Early years learning

Childcare passion

Education

Level 3 Early Years

Job description

Nursery Early Years Practitioner L3 – Partou Bumpkins Day Nursery & Pre-school

Royston, Hertfordshire | Full-Time | Permanent

Salary £29.952 + £5,000 Welcome Bonus

About The Role

Partou Bumpkins Day Nursery & Pre-school is seeking a Level 3 Early Years qualified nursery practitioner to take on the full-time 40 hours per week role of Early Years Practitioner L3. You will work towards ensuring children engage in stimulating activities that support their learning and development in line with the EYFS. You will provide exceptional care and compassion towards the children, maintain a safe and inclusive environment, and build strong partnerships with childcare colleagues and families.

What We Offer

• £5,000 Welcome Bonus (paid across your first year, T&Cs apply)
• Partou Academy – access to high-quality professional training and development
• 60% childcare discount for you & immediate family members
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced Annual Leave – we offer 23 days of annual leave each year, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Your birthday off – to enjoy your special day how you would like to
• Health & wellbeing support – access to a free health plan and 24hr helpline
• Shopping discounts – exclusive discounts across retail, dining, travel and more!
• Buddy Bonus – cash bonus for you and a friend when referring them for a job

About You

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Strong EYFS knowledge
• Passion for early years education
• Confidence in supporting children’s learning and development
• Commitment to safeguarding and continuous professional development

Why Partou?

Become a Partou team member and join a supportive, caring community where you can enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career. With access to world-class childcare research, resources, and expertise, we help you develop skills, and empower you to create a positive impact on the development of the next generation, as they lead us into a better future.

Learn more about working at Partou: www.partou.co.uk/careers

Safer Recruitment: All applicants will undergo Enhanced DBS checks and thorough vetting. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Partou is proud be a part of the National Partnership in Early Learning and Childcare (NPELC) - a group of 10 of the largest childcare providers across England. Together, we operate over 1,300 childcare settings, employ more than 38,000 people, and take care of over 160,000 children.