Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

Role: Level 3 Nursery Practitioner
Location: Brighton and Hove
Contract: Part-time
Start Date: Ongoing from September 2026
Hourly Rate: £14.25 - £15.75

Supply Desk is working in partnership with a number of welcoming and nurturing nurseries and early years settings across Brighton and Hove, who are seeking passionate and qualified Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join them on a full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for early years professionals looking to support children during their most important stages of development.

About the Role

As a Level 3 Nursery Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the learning, development, and wellbeing of children in an early years setting. You will help to create a safe, engaging, and stimulating environment where children can learn through play and develop essential social and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum
• Assist in planning and implementing engaging activities tailored to children’s development
• Promote a safe, secure, and inclusive learning environment
• Support children’s social, emotional, and physical development
• Monitor and record children’s progress and development
• Build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents/carers
• Ensure safeguarding and health & safety policies are followed at all times

Candidate Profile

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years (essential)
• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting
• A warm, caring, and enthusiastic approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A genuine passion for supporting young children’s development

Requirements

• Level 3 Early Years or Childcare qualification
• Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Two professional references
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Why Register With Us?

• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to free CPD and safeguarding training
• Flexible working options including full-time and part-time roles
• £100 referral bonus for recommending successful candidates (T&Cs apply)

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Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days – you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.

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