24 level 3 early years practitioner jobs found

We are seeking to employ a level 3 qualified nursery practitioner to join our busy ever expanding nursery team. Paradise Found was established over 30 years ago and we pride ourselves on offering children the best possible start to their developmental journeys.  The right candidate will be qualified to at least level 3 in childcare and education and have sound knowledge of safeguarding practices.  Salary dependent on skills, experience and qualifications. 

Job title: Pre-school Deputy OR Level 3 Practitioner  Responsible to: Preschool Manager and Chair of management committee Responsible for: All Pre-school children, staff and setting. Escrick Pre-school is a small term time only , charity run (not for profit) setting located in the quiet village of Escrick situated within the Village Hall with our very own dedicated Pre-school room and enclosed outdoor area. We are a small nurturing team of just four Early Years Practitioners and a fantastic committee of parents who feel very proud of the special little Pre-school we run. We care for children between the ages of two to four years of age and we like to have a high staff ratio to ensure we can provide high quality care to our young children. Due to a change of staff circumstances, we are now looking for an experienced, ambitious and passionate Early Year’s Practitioner to join our small and incredibly friendly team. The role of Deputy is...

Early Years Childcare & Education Apprenticeship Programme 2026 Ready to make a difference in the lives of young children and begin a truly rewarding early years career? If you are enthusiastic, caring and excited to learn, our 2026 Apprenticeship Programme could be the perfect opportunity for you.   What We’re Looking For Previous childcare or nursery experience is welcome, but absolutely not essential. What matters most is your genuine passion for early years education and a desire to help provide safe, engaging, high‑quality childcare. We’re looking for individuals who bring: Patience, empathy and kindness An eagerness & commitment to learn and develop new skills A positive, ‘can‑do’ attitude Excellent teamwork and communication skills Good organisation and reliability Passion & motivation to build a long‑term early years career If you want to help children feel safe, supported and inspired...

Early Years Childcare & Education Apprenticeship Programme 2026 Ready to make a difference in the lives of young children and begin a truly rewarding early years career? If you are enthusiastic, caring and excited to learn, our 2026 Apprenticeship Programme could be the perfect opportunity for you.   What We’re Looking For Previous childcare or nursery experience is welcome, but absolutely not essential. What matters most is your genuine passion for early years education and a desire to help provide safe, engaging, high‑quality childcare. We’re looking for individuals who bring: Patience, empathy and kindness An eagerness & commitment to learn and develop new skills A positive, ‘can‑do’ attitude Excellent teamwork and communication skills Good organisation and reliability Passion & motivation to build a long‑term early years career If you want to help children feel safe, supported and inspired...

Early Years Childcare & Education Apprenticeship Programme 2026 Ready to make a difference in the lives of young children and begin a truly rewarding early years career? If you are enthusiastic, caring and excited to learn, our 2026 Apprenticeship Programme could be the perfect opportunity for you.   What We’re Looking For Previous childcare or nursery experience is welcome, but absolutely not essential. What matters most is your genuine passion for early years education and a desire to help provide safe, engaging, high‑quality childcare. We’re looking for individuals who bring: Patience, empathy and kindness An eagerness & commitment to learn and develop new skills A positive, ‘can‑do’ attitude Excellent teamwork and communication skills Good organisation and reliability Passion & motivation to build a long‑term early years career If you want to help children feel safe, supported and inspired...

Early Years Childcare & Education Apprenticeship Programme 2026 Ready to make a difference in the lives of young children and begin a truly rewarding early years career? If you are enthusiastic, caring and excited to learn, our 2026 Apprenticeship Programme could be the perfect opportunity for you.   What We’re Looking For Previous childcare or nursery experience is welcome, but absolutely not essential. What matters most is your genuine passion for early years education and a desire to help provide safe, engaging, high‑quality childcare. We’re looking for individuals who bring: Patience, empathy and kindness An eagerness & commitment to learn and develop new skills A positive, ‘can‑do’ attitude Excellent teamwork and communication skills Good organisation and reliability Passion & motivation to build a long‑term early years career If you want to help children feel safe, supported and inspired...

Early Years Childcare & Education Apprenticeship Programme 2026 Ready to make a difference in the lives of young children and begin a truly rewarding early years career? If you are enthusiastic, caring and excited to learn, our 2026 Apprenticeship Programme could be the perfect opportunity for you.   What We’re Looking For Previous childcare or nursery experience is welcome, but absolutely not essential. What matters most is your genuine passion for early years education and a desire to help provide safe, engaging, high‑quality childcare. We’re looking for individuals who bring: Patience, empathy and kindness An eagerness & commitment to learn and develop new skills A positive, ‘can‑do’ attitude Excellent teamwork and communication skills Good organisation and reliability Passion & motivation to build a long‑term early years career If you want to help children feel safe, supported and inspired...

Early Years Childcare & Education Apprenticeship Programme 2026 Ready to make a difference in the lives of young children and begin a truly rewarding early years career? If you are enthusiastic, caring and excited to learn, our 2026 Apprenticeship Programme could be the perfect opportunity for you.   What We’re Looking For Previous childcare or nursery experience is welcome, but absolutely not essential. What matters most is your genuine passion for early years education and a desire to help provide safe, engaging, high‑quality childcare. We’re looking for individuals who bring: Patience, empathy and kindness An eagerness & commitment to learn and develop new skills A positive, ‘can‑do’ attitude Excellent teamwork and communication skills Good organisation and reliability Passion & motivation to build a long‑term early years career If you want to help children feel safe, supported and inspired...

Early Years Childcare & Education Apprenticeship Programme 2026 Ready to make a difference in the lives of young children and begin a truly rewarding early years career? If you are enthusiastic, caring and excited to learn, our 2026 Apprenticeship Programme could be the perfect opportunity for you.   What We’re Looking For Previous childcare or nursery experience is welcome, but absolutely not essential. What matters most is your genuine passion for early years education and a desire to help provide safe, engaging, high‑quality childcare. We’re looking for individuals who bring: Patience, empathy and kindness An eagerness & commitment to learn and develop new skills A positive, ‘can‑do’ attitude Excellent teamwork and communication skills Good organisation and reliability Passion & motivation to build a long‑term early years career If you want to help children feel safe, supported and inspired...

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship - Top Tots Day Nursery, Hedgerow House Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Top Tots Day Nursery Hedgerow House as an Early Years Practitioner Apprentice Our setting at Hedgerow House offers a home from home environment. Set in a large house in Southsea we have a view of the local park and neighbourhood that the children enjoy watching from the upstairs window. Being located on Goldsmith Avenue we are only a short walk away from the beach, Canoe Lake, the local library, and both Milton Park and Bransbury Park. Our younger children enjoy daily walks around the local neighbourhood visiting the parks, whilst our older children get to explore the outdoors within our 2 gardens’. Our toddler group have the full space of our enclosed front garden whilst our pre-school has free flow of our back garden. Our back garden is made up...

Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – Puffin Preschool - Naval Under Fives (Term Time Only) Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Puffin Preschool - Naval Under Fives, Portsmouth. A warm welcome awaits you at Puffin. We are a small inclusive preschool offering funded and non- funded places for children aged 2 to 4 years. Puffin has a dedicated team of passionate early years practitioners, the Manager and Deputy Manager and Early Years Practitioner. We frequently attend a variety of relevant training to keep our practice updated. We all work hard to develop good relationships with our families providing extra support if needed. Home from home environment Our Approach At Naval Under Fives we believe in providing a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment that builds on each individual child’s needs and interests, in which they can...

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship  – Earlystarts Childcare Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Earlystarts Childcare, Southampton. Earlystarts Childcare n ursery setting care for children aged 3 months to 4 years. They have 4 Rooms and  Beautiful outdoor area with access to a shared field We offer term time only sessions and all year round. We provide a loving home from home environment for babies 3 months to school age. We work within the development matters framework, helping the children gain confidence in their physical and emotional well-being. We are a play led setting working with the children’s interests to engage learning opportunities whilst having lots of fun. Your duties and responsibilities will include; Job Purpose We are looking for a kind, caring, and enthusiastic Apprentice Nursery...

Nursery Practitioner – Lunch Cover Role Location: Shooting Stars Nursery, Bromsgrove, B61 0AE Salary: up to £13.40 per hour Contract: Part‑time | 11:30am–2:30pm, Monday to Friday Hours: 15 hours/week | All year round | Closed on bank holidays A Key Role Supporting Quality Childcare Across Our Setting Are you a warm, reliable and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner looking for a part‑time role that makes a real impact? At Shooting Stars Bromsgrove, we are seeking a dedicated Lunch Cover Practitioner to support our nursery team during the busy midday period. This is an important role working across the setting to ensure that children receive high‑quality care, meaningful interactions and a calm, nurturing lunchtime experience. What We’re Looking For We’re seeking a caring and confident practitioner who is: Level 3 qualified in Early Years (full & relevant) Experienced within a children’s day nursery environment Knowledgeable about...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship –  Bright Beginnings Nursery Hampshire Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship / Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Bright Beginnings Nursery Hampshire . We are delighted to introduce you to Bright Beginnings Nursery Ltd. Our nursery is located in Denvilles, Havant and was officially opened by the Mayoress of Havant on 29 August 2009. We are a family business and Tracey has been a Primary School Teacher since 1998. We have three children; Nicholas, Harriet and Luke, and are very much aware of the delicate balance between work and family life, so the Nursery is here to help. At the nursery we strive to support children’s development so that they may grow to be strong, independent individuals based on loving and secure relationships. The children in our care are all valued as individuals and each is an...

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – Horspath Nursery, Oxford Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Horspath Nursery, Oxford. Horspath Pre-School Nursery, which serves Horspath, Garsington, Cuddesdon, Cowley and Wheatley, is nestled in the grounds of Horspath Primary School. We have our own separate and well-equipped outside play area and nature reserve. With access to many of the school’s facilities, we offer children between the ages of 2 and 5 years an enjoyable and well-rounded environment for play and learning. At Horspath Nursery we feel that Children’s early years are the most important years of their lives.  We strive to provide high quality childcare and education for all children’s individual needs.  We provide this by being positive, respectful, relaxed with the nursery having a homely, welcoming feel.  We provide support and learning opportunities...

!!This role is for UK Passport Holders looking for work abroad!! Ready to make this summer your most exciting one yet? TAG Live®, in partnership with Holiday Villages, is now recruiting for fun, enthusiastic, and approachable team members to join our Kids’ Clubs and Activities Teams. With nine fantastic resorts across six stunning countries, this is your chance to be part of something special. Holiday Villages are designed to deliver unforgettable family holidays - packed with energy, activities, and memories that last a lifetime. From engaging kids’ clubs to a full schedule of family-friendly experiences, our resorts are all about fun, connection, and adventure. We're on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our Activity Teams, especially individuals that hold a Level 3 or above in Childcare, to fill our specific roles in Activity Team Members. At TAG Live®, we pride ourselves on being open, honest, and supportive throughout the recruitment process. Job...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – Steeple Aston Pre-School (Term Time Only) Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Steeple Aston Pre-School . A little bit about about Steeple Aston Pre-school Creative area, main room This area is fully accessible to the children where they can select materials and items from the drawers. Using their own skills which they acquire to be imaginative and creative, using their own self-expression. It helps them emotionally and socially, developing their cognitive, speaking and listening capabilities which is a vital part of their childhood and development. Computer area and the main room The main room is where the computer is located. The computer maybe on for a short period of time in the morning as one of the activities the children can select to use it if they wish. Music basket, main room...

Part-time/Full-Time Level 3 Nursery Nurse Jobs available Location: Netherfield, Nottingham Hours: Monday to Friday, between 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Salary: National Minimum Wage Contract: Permanent  Start Date: 4.01.26 Positions available: 4 About Us  Little Lion Cubs Nursery is a brand-new day nursery based in the heart of Netherfield, Nottingham. We provide a nurturing, inclusive and safe environment for children aged 9 months to 5 years, rooted in Biblical principles such as love, kindness, patience, and integrity. Our setting is thoughtfully designed to support holistic development in a warm, engaging, and nurturing environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and confidence in every child. We’re passionate about creating a space where children feel valued, families feel supported, and staff feel empowered. If you’re enthusiastic, caring, and committed to early years development—and you want to be part of a...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – Little Xplorers Day Nursery Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Little Xplorers Day Nursery . The brand new family run nursery, which is situated in Roe Green Park, was established in 2015 and caters for up to 55 children between the ages of 3 months to five years old, offering both full-day and AM or PM enrolment between 7.45am-6.00pm. It will be open for 51 weeks of the year, with the exception of bank holidays and one week during Christmas and New Year. The nursery is on two floors, offering four rooms, plus an I.T. area designed especially for the children.  The children are encouraged to explore and investigate all rooms, which offer a variety of experiences in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum. The Nursery also benefits from a large and well equipped outdoor area, which offers the children...

Level 5 Childcare Apprenticeship – Caterpillars Montessori Nursery School (Term Time Only) Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Childcare Apprenticeship at Caterpillars Montessori Nursery School, Hartley Wintney. At Caterpillars, the children enjoy time with two small dogs. The children learn how to care for animals, whilst the dogs have a positive, calming effect on them. We have two well-equipped, secure outdoor spaces which children access daily.  We also make regular visits to the village and the local woods. Staff ensure transitions to local schools run smoothly for each child based on their individual characters, friendships and needs. We follow the child and their interests, and through observations, we prepare them for school and their next steps after Caterpillars. Montessori has the child’s learning, alongside personal interests at heart. Teaching methods are...