At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead daily learning for children aged 0-5, implementing the EYFS framework.
- Company: Join a supportive team focused on high-quality education and care.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous holiday allowance, childcare discounts, and a company pension scheme.
- Other info: Full-time hours are from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
- Why this job: This role offers professional growth with access to continuous development and clear career pathways.
- Qualifications: Must hold a full Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Are you a qualified Early Years professional passionate about delivering high-quality education and care? We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our team. Working with children aged 0-5, you will use your expertise in early child development to create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced or newly qualified practitioner looking to thrive in a supportive and dynamic setting.
The Role
The core focus of this position is to lead and support the daily learning and development of our children while maintaining excellent standards of care. As a qualified practitioner, you will act as a Key Person, building strong relationships with families, tracking children's progress, and implementing the EYFS framework to help every child reach their full potential.
Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Full-Time)
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary: Paid on our Qualified Practitioner scale (negotiable based on experience).
- Professional Growth: Access to continuous professional development (CPD), specialist training, and clear career progression pathways.
- Supportive Culture: A welcoming, collaborative team environment with regular staff well-being initiatives.
- Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, childcare discounts, and a company pension scheme.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for an energetic, professional, and reliable individual who meets the following criteria:
- Qualifications: Holds a full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (e.g., NVQ Level 3, CACHE Level 3, or equivalent).
- Knowledge: A strong understanding of the EYFS statutory framework, child development, and observation/assessment processes.
- Skills: Excellent communication skills, strong team-working abilities, and a positive, solution-focused attitude.
- Commitment: Fully dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, with a robust understanding of safeguarding procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Key Person Duties: Oversee a designated group of children, tracking their development, updating learning journals, and writing progress reports.
- Curriculum Delivery: Plan and implement creative, age-appropriate, play-based activities aligned with the EYFS.
- High-Quality Care: Provide excellent general care, supervision, and support with personal care and mealtime routines.
- Partnership with Parents: Maintain open, professional communication with parents and carers to provide daily feedback on their child's day.
- Safety & Compliance: Ensure a clean, safe, and secure environment, strictly adhering to health and safety and safeguarding policies.
How to Apply
If you are a passionate Level 3 Practitioner ready to make a real difference in children's early years, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please email your CV to hannah.joyner@randstad.co.uk or call 01293 527416 for an informal chat about the role.
Level 3 Nursery Practitioner in Torpoint employer: Randstad Education
This nursery prioritises a collaborative culture with regular staff well-being initiatives. Located in a vibrant community, it offers competitive salaries based on experience. The team is dedicated to fostering children's development through a nurturing environment.
