Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

Job summary

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner 

Winner – Nursery Group of the Year 2025 

RAFAKidz Nursery, RAF Odiham, Hook RG29 1QD 

£24823  37.5 hours per week 

We offer 

• Subsidised childcare to all permanent staff 

• Refer a Friend Bonus 

• Access to internal promotions 

• Cycle to Work Scheme 

Our nursery 

If you’re a talented, passionate and dedicated childcare professional looking for your next step, our welcoming and warm nursery at RAFAKidz Odiham is the place for you! With our friendly team and small room sizes we can offer exciting experiences every day. Located in a beautiful setting close to Basingstoke and Fleet, our little RAFAKidz family are always busy with trips out, picnics, parties and outdoor learning. For every child that comes through the doors of RAFAKidz, no matter their ability, background or circumstances, we provide experiences that will help them be confident and reach their full potential. 

What makes us different 

By joining us as part of our RAFAKidz family, we make a commitment to your ongoing development and future career opportunities. (Please read our staff testimonials on our website!) We ask that you bring a positive, caring and enthusiastic attitude and in return we will give you a great induction experience, training and development opportunities and you’ll be learning on the job from amazing colleagues! We offer subsidised childcare for colleagues to be able to bring their children with them, high quality up-to-date training including using our software to electronically record your observations and updates. You’ll have ample annual leave and time off to relax and recharge over the Christmas period. 

A typical day in a Level 3  role will include; 

• Using the EYFS learning outcomes to plan and carry out fun, educational and stimulating activities 

• Updating and maintaining accurate records that fulfil Ofsted requirements 

• Designated key worker responsibilities for a group of children 

• Work with Senco to identify and support children with special educational needs and disabilities 

This post requires a satisfactory, enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check on appointment and every three years thereafter. As part of our inclusive culture, we encourage applications across all cultural backgrounds, genders and abilities 

Closing date Friday 2 January – interviews ongoing so please do not delay in applying, we’d love to hear from you