At a Glance
- Tasks: Support engaging play-based learning and provide high-quality care for children.
- Company: Welcoming nursery with a strong community focus and nurturing environment.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, supportive team, and valuable experience in early years education.
- Other info: Short-term holiday cover role, perfect for those seeking a fixed commitment.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in a vibrant nursery while making a positive impact on young children's development.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years Qualification and experience in a similar role required.
The predicted salary is between 21600 - 21600 £ per year.
Start Date: TBC likely to be July 2026
Location: Hammersmith and Fulham
Contract: Holiday Cover (4 weeks only)
Salary: £108 per day
About the role and school
We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to cover in a welcoming early years setting in Hammersmith and Fulham for a fixed 4-week period, starting in July. This Level 3 Nursery Practitioner is a holiday cover role and offers the opportunity to support a busy nursery environment during a short-term absence cover, working across a vibrant early years provision and contributing to high-quality care, learning, and development for young children. Please note this is a 4-week holiday cover role only, with no extension beyond this period.
The nursery is a well-established and community-focused early years setting with a strong reputation for providing nurturing, high-quality care. During this Level 3 Nursery Practitioner cover role, you will be working in a setting that prioritises a warm, inclusive environment where children are encouraged to explore, play, and develop key early learning skills. The leadership team is supportive and hands‐on, ensuring that even during short-term cover staff are fully supported and integrated into the team.
This Level 3 Nursery Practitioner holiday cover position is ideal for someone confident in early years practice who is looking for a short-term, fixed commitment within a supportive setting. It is a great opportunity to gain experience in a well-run nursery environment, with the understanding that this is a 4-week holiday cover assignment only and will end at the completion of the cover period.
Job Responsibilities
- Support the delivery of engaging, play‐based learning activities as a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner during holiday cover
- Provide high‐quality care and supervision for children
- Observe, assess, and support children's development in line with EYFS expectations
- Maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment as part of a short‐term cover team
- Support children's emotional, social, and educational needs during the assignment
- Work collaboratively with staff to ensure smooth daily routines
Qualifications / Experience
- Level 3 Early Years Qualification or above
- Experience as a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner or in a similar role
- Strong subject/curriculum knowledge relevant to the role
- Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service
- Right to work in the UK
Level 3 Nursery Practitioner in London employer: Teach Plus Limited
Join a nurturing and community-focused nursery in Hammersmith and Fulham, where you will be part of a supportive team dedicated to providing high-quality care and early learning for children. This short-term Level 3 Nursery Practitioner role offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in a vibrant environment, with a leadership team that prioritises staff integration and support, ensuring a fulfilling and rewarding work experience during your time with us.
