Nursery Practitioner Level 3

CWA are proud of the work that we do at our Applewood nursery. Each day we provide a range of play and educational activities with regular routines that take into account the differing stages of development and individual interests of the children in our care. Activities are planned in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and we seek to involve children in the planning processes to ensure we satisfy their needs and interests.

Applewood Nursery is a thriving purpose-built nursery in the grounds of The College of West Anglia and provides childcare opportunities to the local community as well as our own staff. This role provides essential support for both our children and includes key worker responsibilities. We are open Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 17:30, all year round. We accept Early Education funded children. We have three rooms in the nursery: Bumblebees (3 months - 2 years), Ladybirds (2 - 3 years) and Grasshoppers (3 - 4 and a half years).

Due to an increasing number of children, we now require a Level 3 Childcare Practitioner to join our team. We offer an incredible training package and a chance to work within tight-knit and supportive teams.

Responsibilities include supporting the delivery of high-quality care and early education for children, adhering to EYFS requirements, supporting key workers, maintaining a safe and stimulating environment, and contributing to planning that reflects children’s needs and interests.

Level 3 Childcare Qualification (or equivalent) and experience working in a nursery setting. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a busy environment.

We offer an excellent package including a generous annual leave allowance of 30 days per year for support staff, plus five College closure days, plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part-time), fee waivers on some College courses, a contributory pension scheme with the Local Government Pension Scheme, discounts with local businesses and access to a cycle to work scheme. CWA focuses on staff well-being and utilises both internal and external resources, such as a wellbeing committee and access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme as well as comprehensive training and development. Job share opportunities are available for the right candidates.

To apply online or to view all our current vacancies please visit www.cwa.ac.uk. For further information specific to the role, or to arrange a visit please contact Samantha Thompson at samantha.thompson@cwa.ac.uk. Closing date for receipt of all applications 12noon, Friday 14 November 2025. Interviews are provisionally scheduled for the week commencing 24 November 2025.

Applicants are expected to ensure their applications are written in their own words. We reserve the right to use an AI checker on any application. Please note that all interviews are conducted face to face, we are unable to facilitate online interviews.

CWA are a Disability Confident employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates who meet all of the essential criteria for a role. We would encourage you to disclose any disabilities and whether or not you wish to be considered under this scheme.

CWA is committed to safeguarding and all staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks. You will be required to provide references and undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check as well as a barred list check. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 but Exceptions Order may apply. Full details of our Safeguarding Child and Vulnerable Adult Protection policy can be found at Policies (cwa.ac.uk). CWA reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient suitably qualified applications be received prior to the closing date. No agencies please.