Early Years Practitioner Level 3 in London

An exciting opportunity for a passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a welcoming nursery, delivering high-quality care and inspiring early years learning experiences in a supportive, professional team.

Employment Type: Permanent, full-time

Salary: £28,292 per annum + benefits

Pay & Benefits:

• Paid holiday allowance plus bank holidays (pro rata where applicable)
• Company pension scheme
• Funded training, qualifications and ongoing CPD
• Clear progression into Senior Practitioner, Room Leader and leadership roles
• Supportive induction and mentoring from experienced early years leaders
• Regular wellbeing check-ins and a positive team culture
• Employee recognition and reward initiatives
• Staff discounts and perks (where available)
• Opportunities to share ideas and help shape room practice

Working Hours & Shift Pattern: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Shifts are worked across the nursery’s operating hours with a rota in place and scheduled breaks during the day.

The Role: This is a rewarding position for a nurturing and reliable Nursery Practitioner who enjoys supporting children’s learning, development and wellbeing in a high-quality early years environment. You’ll be part of a warm, collaborative team, creating engaging, play-based experiences that build confidence, curiosity and school readiness. If you take pride in consistent, high standards of care and education, this role will suit you well.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality care and early education tailored to each child’s age and stage of development
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities that support learning across the EYFS
• Observe, assess and record progress, contributing to learning journeys and next steps
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers, sharing updates and supporting home learning
• Prioritise safeguarding at all times, following policies and reporting procedures
• Maintain excellent standards of health & safety, hygiene and food safety, supporting daily room organisation

Requirements:

• A relevant, up-to-date Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Experience in a nursery, preschool or early years setting
• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship required)
• Good understanding of the EYFS and child development, with a child-centred approach
• Calm, patient and enthusiastic, with a genuine passion for early years education
• Strong commitment to safeguarding, equality, inclusion and high standards of care
• Willingness to complete further training/CPD to support continuous improvement

Company Culture: You’ll be joining a friendly, supportive team within a large, well-established nursery organisation. The culture is warm, inclusive and quality-driven—celebrating effort, encouraging ideas, and supporting every team member to progress with confidence.

Why This Role Appeals:

• Grow your career with funded training, CPD and clear progression routes
• Work in a well-resourced early years environment designed for outstanding practice
• Make a meaningful difference during the most important years of a child’s development
• Enjoy a stable Monday–Friday pattern that supports work-life balance
• Build confidence through mentoring, guidance and shared learning

Apply Today: If you’re a caring and motivated Nursery Practitioner (Level 3) looking to feel valued, supported and proud of the work you do, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to grow your skills, shape children’s early experiences and progress your career. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early interest is encouraged.