At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality care and education for children aged 0–5 years through play-based activities.
- Company: Join a friendly and nurturing nursery setting in Watford, Hertfordshire.
- Benefits: Enjoy ongoing training, career progression opportunities, and a competitive salary package.
- Other info: Immediate start available; applications open until the position is filled.
- Why this job: This role is perfect for passionate early years professionals eager to support children's development.
- Qualifications: Candidates must hold a recognised Level 3 Early Years qualification and understand the EYFS framework.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 32000 £ per year.
Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications
Join Our Nursery Team
We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly and nurturing nursery setting in Watford. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced early years professional who is passionate about supporting young children's learning, development and wellbeing in a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment.
The Role
- Provide high-quality care and education for children aged 0–5 years.
- Support children's learning and development through play‑based activities.
- Plan and deliver engaging activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
- Observe, assess and record children's progress.
- Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
- Maintain a safe, clean and stimulating learning environment.
- Promote children's wellbeing, independence and confidence.
- Work effectively as part of a dedicated nursery team.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
- Holds a recognised Level 3 Early Years qualification.
- Has a sound understanding of the EYFS framework.
- Is passionate about providing outstanding care and education.
- Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Is reliable, positive and enthusiastic.
- Can build warm and supportive relationships with children and families.
- Has a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
We Offer:
- A welcoming and supportive team environment.
- Well‑resourced indoor and outdoor learning spaces.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Career progression opportunities within the setting.
- A positive workplace where staff wellbeing is valued.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and relevant safeguarding requirements.
How to Apply
We encourage you to apply if you are a passionate Early Years professional looking for your next opportunity. Start Date: Immediate
Applications: Open until position filled
Interviews: Held on a rolling basis
Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to giving every child the best possible start in life. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided.
Level 3 Nursery in Watford employer: Protocol Education Ltd
Protocol Education offers a welcoming team environment with well-resourced learning spaces in Watford. They value staff wellbeing and provide free online safeguarding training. The nursery is dedicated to giving every child the best possible start in life.
