Job Description

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner
Start Date: TBC likely to be July 2026
Location: Hammersmith and Fulham
Contract: Holiday Cover (4 weeks only)
Salary: 108 per day

About the role and school
We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to cover in a welcoming early years setting in Hammersmith and Fulham for a fixed 4-week period, starting in July. This Level 3 Nursery Practitioner is a holiday cover role and offers the opportunity to support a busy nursery environment during a short-term absence cover, working across a vibrant early years provision and contributing to high-quality care, learning, and development for young children. Please note this is a 4-week holiday cover role only, with no extension beyond this period.

The nursery is a well-established and community-focused early years setting with a strong reputation for providing nurturing, high-quality care. During this Level 3 Nursery Practitioner cover role, you will be working in a setting that prioritises a warm, inclusive environment where children are encouraged to explore, play, and develop key early learning skills. The leadership team is supportive and hands-on, ensuring that even during short-term cover staff are fully supported and integrated into the team.

This Level 3 Nursery Practitioner holiday cover position is ideal for someone confident in early years practice who is looking for a short-term, fixed commitment within a supportive setting. It is a great opportunity to gain experience in a well-run nursery environment, with the understanding that this is a 4-week holiday cover assignment only and will end at the completion of the cover period.

Job Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of engaging, play-based learning activities as a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner during holiday cover
• Provide high-quality care and supervision for children
• Observe, assess, and support children's development in line with EYFS expectations
• Maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment as part of a short-term cover team
• Support children's emotional, social, and educational needs during the assignment
• Work collaboratively with staff to ensure smooth daily routines

Qualifications/Experience

• Level 3 Early Years Qualification or above
• Experience as a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner or in a similar role
• Strong subject/curriculum knowledge relevant to the role
• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service
• Right to work in the UK

Next steps:
If this Level 3 Nursery Practitioner position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Freya at Teach Plus.
Alternatively, please click 'apply' and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Teach Plus is a 5 star, Google rated, London based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role, our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest. We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education. With over 17 years' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London. We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work.

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