Senior Level 3 Nursery Practitioner — Shape Young Minds

The East Kent Colleges Group; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave

Exclusive Discounts & Perks

Flexible Personal Leave

Culture and Recognition

Competitive Pension Scheme

Job summary

The East Kent Colleges Group is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our Folkestone team, delivering high‑quality early years education and taking a key person role with children and families. You will need EYFS experience, a Level 3 childcare qualification, and a solid track record in a nursery setting, with a focus on welfare, safeguarding and inclusive practice.

This full‑time role offers 30 hours per week, a salary of £21,227, and opportunities for development and progression

Qualifications

• Experience with EYFS
• Ability to take on key person role and work with parents/carers
• Strong understanding of child development and safety policies
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality early years education in line with EYFS
• Act as key person for allocated children and liaise with families
• Ensure welfare, safety and health and safety standards are maintained
• Support the Nursery Manager and contribute to a positive team environment

Skills

Communication with children and carers

Education

Level 3 in Childcare/EYFS

Job description

The East Kent Colleges Group is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our Folkestone team, delivering high‑quality early years education and taking a key person role with children and families. You will need EYFS experience, a Level 3 childcare qualification, and a solid track record in a nursery setting, with a focus on welfare, safeguarding and inclusive practice.

This full‑time role offers 30 hours per week, a salary of £21,227, and opportunities for development and progression