Experienced Nursery Practitioner – Level 3 | Watford
Are you a Level 3 qualified and passionate Nursery Practitioner looking for your next fulfilling role in early years education? We are working with a fantastic early years setting in Watford, offering a permanent opportunity for a nurturing and proactive Nursery Practitioner to join a supportive and child-centred team.
This full-time position is perfect for someone who thrives in a stimulating and inclusive environment where every child’s development is prioritised.
Your Responsibilities as a Nursery Practitioner:
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Create a safe, welcoming, and stimulating learning environment for children aged 0-5.
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Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that support children’s developmental milestones and EYFS outcomes.
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Monitor and record children’s progress through detailed observations and assessments.
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Collaborate with parents and carers, offering regular feedback and updates on their child’s progress.
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Uphold safeguarding practices and maintain a high standard of care at all times.
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Support the emotional and social development of each child, promoting inclusion and positive behaviour.
What We’re Looking For:
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A Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare (e.g., CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent).
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Minimum 6 months of recent experience working within a nursery or early years setting.
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Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and safeguarding frameworks.
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Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
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A positive, enthusiastic attitude and a genuine passion for working with young children.
Why Work Through SENDhelp?
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Flexible Opportunities: Whether you’re looking for a new permanent post or temp-to-perm options, we support your goals.
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Dedicated Consultant: One point of contact who understands your background and advocates for you.
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PAYE Payments: Transparent weekly pay with no umbrella companies or hidden deductions.
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Training & CPD: Access over 400 free online training courses tailored to education professionals.
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Supportive Onboarding: We guide you through every step – from compliance to placement – ensuring you’re confident from day one.
This is an exciting chance to work as a Nursery Practitioner in Watford, where you can bring your energy and expertise into a setting that values curiosity, kindness, and creativity.
Whether you’re looking to settle into a permanent role or explore flexible working in Watford, we want to hear from you.
As a specialist SEND recruiter, child safety and welfare is our number one priority. That is why we conduct thorough checks on all our candidates, and ensure that they abide by our Candidate Code of Conduct.
All Candidates will be required to provide an Enhanced DBS that is actively registered on the Update Service, or apply for one as part of the onboarding process. This is in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines. For further information please see our Safer Recruitment Policy.
SENDhelp is an equal opportunities employer.
