Friars House, Manor House Drive, Coventry CV1 2TE

Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner

Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner

Near Southend-on-Sea, Essex

Zero2Five are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established, family-run nursery located near Southend-on-Sea. This Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ setting offers a warm, homely environment where children are encouraged to thrive, explore, and reach their full potential.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join this friendly and supportive team. Both full-time and part-time hours are available, offering flexibility to suit your needs.


The Role

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality care and education to children aged 0–5 years. You will help create an engaging, nurturing environment where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to learn.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for children and their families.

  • Deliver engaging learning experiences using a Planning in the Moment approach.

  • Support and manage daily routines, ensuring children are supervised and engaged in meaningful, age-appropriate activities.

  • Observe, assess, and record children’s progress to inform future planning.

  • Build strong partnerships with parents, carers, and colleagues to support each child’s development.

  • Promote children’s health, safety, and overall well-being at all times.

  • Work collaboratively with the team to maintain and enhance the quality of care and education.

  • Support and mentor less experienced team members, contributing to a positive and professional working culture.


Requirements

  • A recognised Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare & Education (or equivalent).

  • Previous experience working within an Early Years setting.

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

  • A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development through play.

  • Commitment to ongoing professional development.


What’s On Offer

  • Competitive salary

  • Flexible working options (full-time or part-time)

  • Free on-site parking

  • Supportive, friendly working environment

  • Ongoing training and clear opportunities for career progression


If you’re looking to join a welcoming nursery where your skills and passion will truly make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or send your most up-to-date CV to ollie@zero2five.co.uk.

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  • Location: Southend-on-Sea, England
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Job sector: Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner
  • Salary: £30,000
  • Published: February 16, 2026

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