Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner / Early Years Practitioner

Salary: £28,246.40 annually

Hours: Full-time (40 Hours)

Location: Footsteps Nursery Dosthill

Be Valued. Be Supported. Be You.

At Footsteps Nursery Dosthill, we’re on the lookout for a caring and enthusiastic Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly team. Here, you’ll find flexibility, recognition, and genuine opportunities for growth, all within a nurturing environment where both children and colleagues thrive.

Your Benefits

We believe that the best outcomes for children start with happy, supported teams. Here’s what you’ll enjoy:

• £1,000 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)
• Flexible Working Options: Choose 4 or 5 days, part-time or bank hours to suit your lifestyle
• 33 Days Paid Holiday: 24 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + your birthday off
• 75% Childcare Discount for your own children
• Career Growth: Tailored training, development, and promotion opportunities
• Health & Wellbeing Support: Access to a confidential helpline and wellbeing resources
• Supportive Culture: Join a warm, inclusive team with staff socials and appreciation treats
• Company Pension and free on-site parking
• DBS Paid For: We cover the cost of your enhanced DBS check
• Uniform Provided: So you’re ready from day one

The Role

As a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, you’ll play a vital role in helping children learn, play, and grow in a safe and engaging environment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning fun, age-appropriate activities aligned with the EYFS
• Building trusted relationships with children and families
• Working collaboratively to maintain a happy, supportive atmosphere

About You

You’re compassionate, reliable, and committed to making a difference every day.

Essential:

• Level 3 childcare qualification
• Confident written and spoken English

Desirable:

• Experience in an Early Years setting
• Knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding best practices

Why Join Us?

Our bright, purpose-built nursery is filled with natural light, inspiring spaces, and a positive team culture. As part of the Family First Nurseries network, you’ll have access to great resources, strong professional development, and the opportunity to progress into senior roles.

Apply today!

Take the next step in your Early Years career where you’ll be supported, appreciated, and inspired every day.

Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts, and this post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

Footsteps Nursery Dosthill is part of the Family First Group, where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination of any kind has no place within the Family First Group.