Early Years Practitioner - Level 3 (Level 2 Considered)

Early Years Practitioner - Level 3 (Level 2 Considered)

Full-Time 24420 - 26000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Academics

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support children's learning and development in a nurturing nursery environment.
  • Company: A welcoming nursery with a strong community feel in Basildon.
  • Benefits: Free lunches, on-site parking, and ongoing training opportunities.
  • Other info: Flexible start date and supportive management focused on staff wellbeing.
  • Why this job: Join a caring team and make a real difference in children's lives.
  • Qualifications: Level 3 Childcare qualification preferred; Level 2 candidates welcome.

The predicted salary is between 24420 - 26000 Β£ per year.

Are you a passionate, caring childcare professional looking for a truly lovely place to work? We are delighted to be recruiting for an Early Years Practitioner to join a beautiful, welcoming nursery set in a quaint area of Basildon, with a strong community feel and a calm, nurturing environment for both children and staff.

About the Role

  • Working with children in a warm, engaging, and supportive nursery setting
  • Supporting children's learning, development, and wellbeing in line with the EYFS
  • Creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment
  • Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
  • Being part of a friendly, close-knit team that genuinely supports one another

About You

  • Level 3 Childcare qualification (or equivalent) preferred
  • Level 2 Childcare candidates are very welcome to apply - full support and training provided
  • A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach
  • A genuine passion for early years and child development
  • Reliable, professional, and a great team player

What's on Offer

  • Long-term position in a really lovely working environment
  • Free lunches every day
  • Free on-site parking
  • Nursery located on a very regular bus route
  • Supportive management team who value staff wellbeing
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • A setting that will wait for the right person, even though the role is available immediately

Start date: ASAP (flexible for the right candidate)/ September. If you're looking for a nursery where you'll feel valued, supported, and excited to come to work each day, we'd love to hear from you.

Early Years Practitioner - Level 3 (Level 2 Considered) employer: Academics

Join our nurturing nursery in Basildon, where we prioritise the wellbeing of both our children and staff. With a supportive management team, ongoing training opportunities, and benefits like free lunches and parking, we create a warm, engaging environment that fosters professional growth and a strong sense of community. If you're passionate about early years education and want to be part of a close-knit team, this is the perfect place for you.

Academics

Contact Details:

Academics Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Early Years Practitioner - Level 3 (Level 2 Considered)

Level 3 Childcare qualification
Child Development Knowledge
EYFS Understanding
Caring Approach
Patience
Enthusiasm
Teamwork