Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

POSITION
Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

ABOUT THE NURSERY
Prospero Teaching is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Level 3 Nursery Practitioner for a well-established and nurturing Nursery setting in Streatham, Lambeth. The nursery is highly regarded within the local community for its welcoming environment, child-centred approach, and commitment to providing high-quality early years education. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting children's learning, development, and wellbeing while helping to create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment.

CONTRACT / POSITION DETAILS
Location: Streatham, Lambeth
Position: Level 3 Nursery Practitioner
Type of Work: Supporting children's learning and development, planning and delivering engaging activities, observing and assessing progress, and ensuring high standards of care within the nursery setting
Start Date: November 2026
· Contract Type: Permanent
Full time/part time: Part time / 4 Days/w (Mon to Thurs)
Rate of Pay: GBP27,500 per annum
Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm or 9:00am - 6:00pm

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education (essential)
Previous experience working within a Nursery, Preschool, or Early Years setting (essential)
Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework
Experience planning and delivering age-appropriate activities to support children's learning and development
Ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, carers, and colleagues
Understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection requirements
Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills
Up-to-date Safeguarding training

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service
Provide two recent professional references covering the last two years

OTHER
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with an up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

The successful candidate will be required to register and pass all safeguarding and vetting checks before starting.

PROSPERO TEACHING CAN OFFER YOU:
Access to accredited CPD courses, including Safeguarding, EYFS, Behaviour Management, and Child Development
Support from our dedicated Training and Development Team
Opportunities for career progression and professional growth
Access to a network of experienced Early Years professionals
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed