20 level 3 early years practitioner jobs found in London

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 Secondary Room Leader/ Senior Nursery Practitioner to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood education and a strong commitment to providing high-quality care and learning experiences for children. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a vital role in fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that promotes the development of young children. Duties Provide attentive and compassionate care for children aged 0-5 years, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times. Plan and implement engaging educational activities that support the developmental needs of each child. Observe and assess children's progress, documenting their achievements and identifying areas for improvement. Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues to build strong relationships and promote a collaborative environment. Manage daily routines, including meal times, nap times,...

We are looking for a dedicated and experience Room Leader to work in the Toddler Room at this lovely nursery in Vauxhall. This is a permanent and full time Room Leader position to work Monday-Friday, 40-45 hours per week.  As a Toddler Room Leader, you will be leading a team of Early Years Practitioners within the room, as well as working with your own key children to support their development, observing and keeping reports of their progress.  Your responsibilities will also include planning exciting and engaging activities, ensuring safeguarding procedures are always followed in the room, and building strong relationships with colleagues and parents/carers. This nursery has a focus on hands-on, self-directed, collaborative play to help children develop and grow, so you will also be encouraging child-led play! This nursery offers many benefits, including: Competitive salary Loyalty bonus (after 1 year) Performance related bonus (after probation) Up to 6 weeks holidays...

Become a Valued Room Manager Role: Nursery Room Manager Location: Chiswick W4 Hours: 40 hours per week Flexi Option: Option to flex your hours over 4 day week Salary: £30000-£32000 Qualification: NVQ/Cache Level 3 or equivalent Why join our client's Family? You are an amazing Early Years Educator who has previous experience of being a Room Leader - managing a small team and planning activities for your room. Our Client believes that a well-cared for team results in well-cared for children. That is why they strive to offer their staff every opportunity to develop with us to reach their full potential. they offer in-house and external training (wherever possible within working hours) including in exciting disciplines such as Forest School Leadership and Montessori so you have career opportunities across their eight nurseries. Flexi Working Time off work is important to keep to you fresh, enthusiastic and raring to go. This is why our client have introduced the...

Become a Valued Room Manager Role: Nursery Room Manager Location: Chiswick W4 Hours: 40 hours per week Flexi Option: Option to flex your hours over 4 day week Salary: £30000-£32000 Qualification: NVQ/Cache Level 3 or equivalent Why join our client's Family? You are an amazing Early Years Educator who has previous experience of being a Room Leader - managing a small team and planning activities for your room. Our Client believes that a well-cared for team results in well-cared for children. That is why they strive to offer their staff every opportunity to develop with us to reach their full potential. they offer in-house and external training (wherever possible within working hours) including in exciting disciplines such as Forest School Leadership and Montessori so you have career opportunities across their eight nurseries. Flexi Working Time off work is important to keep to you fresh, enthusiastic and raring to go. This is why our client have introduced...

Welcoming nursery in East London looking for a Preschool Room Leader Are you a Room Leader looking for a fresh start, or an Early Years Practitioner looking to move up in your career? You could be just who we're looking for! We are searching for a dedicated and passionate Room Leader to join the team in the preschool room at this lovely nursery in Newham. This is a permanent and full time role to start ASAP, with a competitive salary of up to £32k per annum. Benefits include: A salary that recognises your value Diverse roles, built around your skillset Progression opportunities Fully-funded further training, with paid time away from nursery for face to face training Private health insurance Cycle-to-work scheme Discounted childcare Team-bonding socials 3 paid INSET days per year As a Preschool Room Leader, you will work closely with the team to ensure that the individual needs of every child are met, and you'll work together to plan engaging and...

Further your early years career as a Toddler Room Leader at this exciting and diverse nursery in Newham! We are looking for a passionate individual to join the team in the toddler room as Room Leader, to start ASAP.  This is a great role either for an Early Years Practitioner looking to make the next step or for a Room Leader looking for a fresh start in a lovely nursery where you will be supported and appreciated by a caring leadership team who truly listen to every member of staff's opinion and and will value your input. This nursery offers many benefits, which include: A salary that recognises your value Diverse roles, built around your skillset Progression opportunities Fully-funded further training, with paid time away from nursery for face to face training Private health insurance Cycle-to-work scheme Discounted childcare Team-bonding socials 3 paid INSET days per year Working closely with like-minded staff, as a Room Leader you will ensure that you...

We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring individual to join the team as a Deputy Room Leader at this lovely nursery in Finchley. This is a Deputy Room Leader position to work in the preschool room, with 26 children and 5 members of staff. This is a full time and permanent role to work 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday. The nursery is open all year round, other than Bank Holidays and 2 weeks over Christmas when it is closed. This is a great opportunity if you are looking to move up and further your early years career in a wonderful setting! The nursery is committed to an ongoing professional staff development programme, so there will be plenty of opportunities for career development and further training (fully funded by the nursery). The supportive management team and dedicated and friendly members of staff make this a great place to work. The nursery is in a great location in Finchley, with excellent transport links and lovely local parks! The setting has great resources and...

About the Role Your Responsibilities Curriculum Excellence: Design and implement a broad, balanced curriculum that meets the unique interests of every child in your room. Staff Management: Direct the daily workflow of your team, ensuring tasks are delegated fairly and everyone remains engaged. Observation & Assessment: Oversee the "Key Person" system within your room, ensuring all learning journals are up-to-date and accurate. Behavior Modeling: Use positive reinforcement strategies to manage behavior and support children's social and emotional development. Compliance: Ensure the room meets all OFSTED requirements, including health and safety checks and risk assessments. Requirements Key Requirements We are looking for a practitioner who is as organized as they are creative. Qualifications: Level 3 Childcare qualification (or higher) is essential. Experience: At least 2 years of experience in an Early Years setting, with a track record of delivering...

We are looking for a Room Leader to join the team at this lovely nursery in Chingford! This nursery is a great place to work, and provides a warm and nurturing environment where children can learn, play and grow. As a Room Leader, you will be joining a dedicated team who are passionate about early childhood development. As a Room Leader, it is essential that you hold at least a Level 3 qualification in early years or childcare, and it's desirable that you have 3-4 years of experience within a nursery, with some experience with Room Lead responsibilities. There are positions available in the toddler room and preschool room. Your responsibilities as a Room Leader will include planning engaging activities and lessons alongside the team within the room, carrying out observations and assessments to track children's development, and creating strong relationships with parents/carers. You will work in partnership with the Nursery Manager and lead a small team to deliver the highest...

We are looking for a Room Leader to join the team at this nursery in Elm Park, in a permanent role with an ASAP start! This is a full time Nursery Room Leader position to work 40 hours per week (worked in shifts between 7am and 7pm). Salary will be from £27,040 to £30,040 per annum. Whether you're an Early Years Practitioner looking to further your career or an experienced Room Leader wanting a change, this nursery is a wonderful place to work, with a supportive management team who truly care about every member of staff, and lots of opportunities for career progression and further training. Benefits of working at this nursery include: 25% childcare discount Free meals provided every day 25-29 days annual leave plus bank holidays Nursery closed for 1 week at Christmas Good pension scheme Bonus schemes, including staff appreciation employee of the month Employee Assistance Programme Regular pay rises As a Room Leader, you will be supporting team members to...

We are looking for a Room Leader to join the team at this lovely nursery in Hornchurch, East London. This is a brilliant opportunity for any Early Years Practitioner or Deputy Room Leader looking to further their career and step up into a new position within a wonderful and vibrant setting. As a Room Leader, you will be working full time (40 hours per week, worked in shifts between 7am and 7pm), and your main responsibilities will include: Being the main contact for the designated nursery room, working with a team to ensure smooth operation of the room and providing a safe environment Planning, preparing and leading activities in line with the EYFS framework Working closely with key children, observing and monitoring their individual development Conducting staff one-to-one meetings and appraisals Supporting Nursery Practitioners and students in the implementation and evaluation of children's planning and progress Communicating regularly with parents/carers...

Level 5  Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship – Little Petals Day Nursery Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Little Petals Day Nursery, Sonning Common . We opened our doors for the first time in March 2025, our newly opened setting in the beautiful village of Sonning Common cares for children from as young as 3 months to preschoolers ( 3 months – 5yrs ). We are open all year round from 7.30 am till 6.00 pm. We understand that your child is the most important creation to you and therefore we aim to deliver the best possible care and play experiences for your child. With a view to maintain the important routines you've worked so hard to achieve and working closely with parents, carers and those involved in the child's home life. We Have 2 rooms over 2 floors, babies upstairs and over 2’s are upstairs. Your duties...

Lead Early Years Practitioner 📍 Acorn Early Years – Kents Hill ⏰ Full-time / Permanent If you are offered a Lead  EYP role, you will receive a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. Are you an experienced Early Years Practitioner looking to take the next step in your career? Acorn Early Years at Kents Hill is seeking a passionate and motivated Early Years Lead Practitioner to support high-quality practice and develop leadership skills within our setting. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys being a positive role model, supporting colleagues, and working closely with senior staff while continuing to provide outstanding care and education for children.   About Acorn Early Years – Kents Hill Our nursery building at Kents Hill has been designed in an innovative octagonal shape with a central atrium and light and spacious rooms. The nursery benefits from large garden areas which can be...

Senior Practitioner / Third in Charge If you are offered a Senior EYP role, you will receive a £1000 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. Acorn Early Years – Castlethorpe Nursery 📍 Castlethorpe, Milton Keynes Acorn Early Years is seeking an experienced, passionate and confident Senior Practitioner / Third in Charge to join our leadership team at Castlethorpe Nursery . This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished early years professional who is ready to take the next step in leadership while remaining hands‑on with high‑quality practice. Castlethorpe nursery is a lovely, converted chapel situated in a quiet village a few miles north of Milton Keynes. It was the first Acorn nursery to open and was established in 1989.  We offer full and part-time care for up to 36 children from the age of four months to four years, and are open from 7.30am to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday, all year round....

 If you are offered a Senior EYP role, you will receive a £1000 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. We’re thrilled to announce that our brand-new nursery in the heart of Deanshanger village is now open and welcoming children! Nestled next to the community centre, our nursery is located in the former Deanshanger pre-school building, a space that served local families for many years. We’re proud to bring it back to life with a fresh vision and a deep commitment to early years care. Our Deanshanger nursery will specialise in the under three age group, welcoming babies and toddlers under three years of age initially, offering a nurturing, stimulating environment where little ones can thrive. With a beautiful garden space and a strong emphasis on outdoor play, babies and toddlers will enjoy daily access to the outdoors, rain or shine! We have active CCTV in place throughout the nursery to help maintain a safe and secure environment...

If you are offered a Room Leader (Senior EYP) role, you will received a £1000 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period.  We are looking for inspirational Level 3 qualified Senior Early Years Practitioners to join our Jubilee Wood Nursery in Fishermead. This is a full-time role, working 40 hours per week on a rotating shift pattern between 7:15am - 6.15pm Monday to Friday, all year round.  At Acorn, we are more than just a nursery, we have recently been awarded a Top 20 DayNurseries group award, with over 35 years of experience in delivering outstanding early years education.  As a not-for-profit organisation, we put children first, creating a nurturing envionment where they can thrive, and where our team members are valued and supported in their professional development. In this role, you will be providing high-quality care and learning experiences. You will play a vital role in creating a stimulating and enabling...

We are looking for an experienced, inspiring Room-Based to join our baby group in Nordic Star Nursery, our beautiful, modern, Nordic-inspired flagship nursery in Islington. This position is a career-defining opportunity for an ambitious early years professional who wants to move beyond “business as usual” childcare and be part of something genuinely innovative. Nordic Star is the first nursery in the UK to implement a truly Nordic approach to early education, in partnership with FinlandWay®. Our pedagogy is rooted in play, participation, well-being, and child-led learning, while remaining fully aligned with the EYFS statutory framework. About the Role Lead practice within your room, ensuring high-quality, child-centred provision  Act as a role model and mentor for practitioners, apprentices, and new team members  Support Ofsted readiness, reflective practice, and continuous improvement Build strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues...

Experienced Pre-School Room Leader needed in Catford! This is a permanent and full time Room Leader role to work 40 hours a week, Monday-Friday, with an ASAP start. Salary will be £31,420 per annum. This is a lovely nursery and a great place to further your early years career, with a supportive management team who truly care about every member of staff, and lots of opportunities for career progression, including internal promotions, and further training, as well as a career development plan and regular meetings to discuss your goals and aspirations. As a Room Leader at this nursery, your opinions and feedback will be listened to and taken into account. The nursery has great amenities, with rooms for each age group and a sensory room and quiet spaces, as well as a large private garden with bike play areas, playhouses and a sand pit, for extended learning and play. It's a wonderful environment to work for anyone passionate about early years education. Benefits of working here...

Role Summary As an Nursery Assistant, you will work within a nursery setting to deliver high-quality care and education to young children. You will plan and implement activities, support children’s developmental needs, and collaborate with colleagues and parents to create a positive and inclusive environment, ensuring compliance with early years standards. Key Responsibilities Child Development and Care: Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children’s learning and development in line with early years frameworks (e.g., EYFS or equivalent). Observe and assess children’s progress, maintaining accurate records and sharing updates with parents and colleagues. Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that meets the individual needs of each child. Team Collaboration: Work closely with Room Leaders and other practitioners to ensure a cohesive approach to care and education. Support colleagues in maintaining a positive and collaborative...

We are recruiting on behalf of out client who are looking to build their nursery team in Fyfield, Ongar. They are on the search for someone who has a strong background in early childhood education and a genuine love for working with young children. This is an opportunity you wouldn't want to miss as you would be able to help shape a new setting from the ground up and provide an outstanding early years experience for the children in the local community. As a Room Leader , you will create a nurturing and stimulating environment that will enhance the social, emotional, and cognitive development of children under two years. You will play a crucial role in shaping their early learning experiences while promoting a love for learning. What Would Be Your Responsibilities Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that cater to the diverse needs of children. Oversee the day-to-day running of the under two's room, ensuring a safe, stimulating and caring environment for the...