Level 3 Nursery Practitioner in Gloucester

We are working with a welcoming and nurturing nursery based in Bristol, dedicated to providing high-quality early years education and care for children aged 0-5 years. The nursery offers a calm, stimulating environment inspired by play-based, child-led learning principles. With bright, well-resourced indoor rooms and beautiful outdoor spaces, children are encouraged to explore, imagine, and grow at their own pace. The setting prides itself on its warm, inclusive atmosphere, where strong relationships between staff, children, and families help every child to feel valued, supported, and confident.

Overview

The Role

We are seeking a qualified Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join this dedicated and passionate team. You will help deliver inspiring learning experiences that nurture curiosity, creativity, and independence in every child. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic about early years education and enjoys working collaboratively within a supportive, community-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities following the EYFS framework
• Support children's personal, social, and emotional development
• Observe and record children's progress, contributing to individual learning journals
• Ensure children's safety and wellbeing are always prioritised
• Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Support children with additional needs where appropriate

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent
• Previous experience working with children aged 0-5 years
• Sound understanding of the EYFS
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A caring, patient, and professional approach

Desirable Criteria

• Experience working in a nursery or early years setting
• Knowledge or experience supporting children with SEND

Essential requirements

• Right to work in the UK - we are unable to offer Sponsorship or accept Skilled Worker visas.
• Able to provide two recent references (from the last two years).
• Hold a current DBS check registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one

Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.

What can Five Education offer you?

• Free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more
• Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days)
• Recommending a friend bonus scheme
• Specialist support/mentoring while you are working

If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Joseph. We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you.

Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.

Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be an interview.

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.