Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

Protocol Education Colchester, England May 15, 2026

Type Full Time
Work Onsite
Schedule Flexible
Contract Permanent

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner focuses on support lessons, learning activities, behaviour, assessment, or childcare routines according to the role.

What the role involves

  • Support lessons, learning activities, behaviour, assessment, or childcare routines according to the role.
  • Work with teachers, children, learners, families, or colleagues to keep progress and safety on track.

Skills and requirements

  • Level 3 qualification in Childcare (essential).
  • Experience working in a nursery or early years setting.
  • Experience within a well-known nursery chain.
  • All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Confirmed role details

  • Competitive, dependent on experience.
  • Flexible shifts – full-time & part-time options available.
  • All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
  • In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Candidate fit

  • patience, safeguarding awareness, EYFS understanding, and clear family communication

Additional role context

  • Are you a Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner looking for a role with flexibility and a supportive team?
  • We’re working with a well-established nursery group in Colchester who are looking to bring in a passionate practitioner on a temp-to-perm basis.
  • This is a great opportunity if you’re looking for flexible working days and shifts, with the potential to secure a permanent position within a reputable nursery chain.
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