Nursery Practitioner (Level 3 Qualified) – West End
Contract – Full Time
Start date – February 2026
A warm, inclusive, and welcoming early years setting in the Hedge End area is seeking a qualified Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join their dedicated team. This full-time role is ideal for a passionate early year’s professional who enjoys supporting young children during their crucial developmental stages and helping them thrive in a safe, nurturing environment.
About You:
* You hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years
* You have experience working within a nursery, preschool, or early years setting.
* You demonstrate a caring, patient, and nurturing approach to supporting young children.
* You have a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
* You are confident communicating with children, colleagues, and parents/carers.
* You are enthusiastic, reliable, and committed to supporting children’s learning and wellbeing.
* You are comfortable supporting children with a range of abilities and individual needs.
Your Role Will Include:
* Supporting children aged 0-5 in line with the EYFS framework.
* Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities to promote learning and development.
* Observing, assessing, and recording children’s progress.
* Creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
* Supporting children’s social, emotional, and physical development.
* Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
* Ensuring safeguarding and health & safety procedures are always followed.
What’s on Offer:
* A rewarding full-time position within a friendly and supportive early years setting.
* Competitive pay rates and access to a pension scheme.
* Opportunities for training and continued professional development.
* Ongoing support from an experienced education recruitment team.
* A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
If you are a qualified Level 3 Nursery Practitioner looking for a part-time role in the Hedge End area and are passionate about supporting young children’s early development, we would love to hear from you.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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