Nursery Practitioner
| Posting date: | 06 February 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 March 2026 |
| Location: | Harlow |
| Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1459962908 |
Summary
Nursery Practitioner (Level 3) – £26,000
Children at this nursery spend their days exploring bright, well-equipped playrooms and a large outdoor space designed for active learning. As a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, you’ll be directly involved in planning and delivering engaging EYFS activities across a purpose-built setting with fun and exciting playrooms, a sensory room, and a spacious garden. The nursery is well established and rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.
Before You Apply
- This role requires recent experience working as a qualified Nursery Practitioner in an EYFS setting.
- Applicants must hold a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
- This position is not suitable for unqualified candidates.
Key Job Details
- Salary: £26,000 per annum
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Contract: Permanent, All Year Round
- Ofsted rating: Good
Why This Role Is Worth Considering
- Purpose-built nursery with seven playrooms and dedicated learning areas
- Sensory room and large garden with mud kitchen and climbing frame
- Clearly organised setting with defined rooms and responsibilities
- Christmas closure providing time off
- Benefits include discounted childcare, access to a benefits portal, wellbeing programme, pension scheme, and ongoing training and development
What You’ll Do
- Deliver engaging EYFS activities through play, exploration, and routine care
- Support children’s learning and development within your assigned room
- Observe, assess, and record progress accurately
- Maintain safeguarding, health, and safety standards
- Work closely with colleagues to ensure consistency across the setting
- Communicate effectively with parents and carers
What You’ll Need
- Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
- Recent experience working in an EYFS nursery setting
- Strong working knowledge of the EYFS
- Confidence supporting children across daily activities and learning
- Ability to work effectively within a structured team
What Happens After You Apply
Applications are reviewed against the essential criteria. Suitable candidates will be contacted to discuss the role and next steps.
If you’d like to discuss this role further or explore other options, we have available, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Recruiter: Darian Nys
Phone: 01183800722
Reference: WILL205924/DN