About the Role

We are recruiting for a warm, enthusiastic, and qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 3) on behalf of a supportive and vibrant nursery setting in Finsbury Park.

In this role, you will act as a key person for a group of children, fostering a nurturing and safe environment where young minds can explore, learn, and grow through engaging play-based activities aligned with the EYFS framework.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver creative, stimulating, and age-appropriate learning activities following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Act as a Key Person, completing accurate observational assessments and learning journals to monitor individual development.
• Ensure children’s physical, emotional, and social well-being are supported daily, including personal care routines.
• Build trusting, collaborative partnerships with parents and carers through regular updates and progress handovers.
• Uphold strict safeguarding, child protection, and health and safety policies across the setting.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualification: Minimum Full & Relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare (e.g., CACHE, NVQ Level 3, Early Years Educator, or equivalent).
• (Not essential) Experience working within an early years or nursery environment (post-qualifying or placement experience considered).
• Knowledge: Sound understanding of the EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures.
• Attributes: Passionate, patient, proactive, and a great team player with strong communication skills.
• Compliance: Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one) and satisfactory professional references.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.
• Dedicated training, paid CPD days, and clear progression opportunities.
• Childcare discount / pension scheme / staff wellbeing initiatives.