Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Job summary

One YMCA’s Charters Nursery is nestled in the scenic surroundings of Leavesden Country Park and is currently seeking enthusiastic and experienced Level 3 Early Years Practitioners to join our large, friendly team. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and education in a stimulating, inclusive, and fun-loving environment, with a strong emphasis on outdoor learning and exploration.

At Charters Nursery, we recognise that early childhood lays the foundation for lifelong development. We believe every child should have the freedom to explore, discover, and grow at their own pace, supported by passionate and caring adults who help nurture their independence, confidence, and curiosity.

Key Responsibilities:
• Collaborate as a proactive and creative member of the nursery team to provide a nurturing and engaging environment that supports the holistic development of each child.
• Deliver the highest standards of care and learning in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Take responsibility as a keyworker for a group of children, ensuring their individual needs are met through observation, assessment, and planning.
• Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with parents and carers, actively encouraging their involvement in their child’s learning journey.
• Work towards and achieve agreed performance objectives and contribute to the overall success of the nursery.

What We Offer:
• A supportive, passionate team in a well-resourced setting.
• Continuous professional development opportunities.
• A beautiful and enriching outdoor environment that enhances children’s learning experiences.

If you are dedicated to providing outstanding early years education and thrive in an inclusive, nature-inspired setting, we would love to hear from you!

At One YMCA we are an inclusive organisation and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We do not discriminate on the basis of Age, Disability, Gender Reassignment, Marriage/Civil Partnership, Pregnancy/Maternity, Race, Religion/Belief, Sex and/or Sexual Orientation. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities, and industries, and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences, and abilities.

This is a  Full Time role.
Hours per week: 37.5
Working Pattern: 7.5 hour shift. 5 days, Monday to Friday between the hours of 7.30am - 6.30pm