Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

Salary/Rate:£12.71 - £14.24 per hour (dependent on experience)
Job type:Temporary
Town/City:Burnley
County:Lancashire
Sector:Nursery
Job ref:Level 3 Early Years Practitioner
Post Date:July 24, 2026
Short description:
Rotherwood Education are currently recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join a well-established and supportive Early Years setting in the Burnley area. The role is part-time and is due to start ASAP on an ongoing basis. Please see full job description below.
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Meet Our Recruiter

About the Role

  • Support the learning, care and development of children within the Early Years setting.
  • Plan and deliver engaging play-based learning activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework.
  • Promote children's communication, language, literacy, numeracy and personal, social and emotional development.
  • Observe, assess and record children's progress, contributing to learning journals and next-step planning.
  • Prepare stimulating learning environments and resources that encourage exploration and independence.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide high-quality early years education and care.
  • Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers and other professionals.
  • Support children's personal care needs where required.
  • Promote positive behaviour while ensuring the safeguarding, health, safety and wellbeing of all children.
  • Contribute to maintaining a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where every child can thrive.

Must Have:

  • Hold a Level 3 Early Years and Childcare qualification (or equivalent).
  • Have previous experience working within an Early Years setting.
  • Have a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework and child development.
  • Be confident planning and supporting learning through play.
  • Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Be committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.
  • Provide details of the latest two references, covering the last five years' work history.
  • Possess a current DBS certificate on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one as part of the registration process.
  • Be willing to complete a face-to-face registration and satisfy all relevant compliance checks.

Why Work with Rotherwood Education?

  • Competitive hourly pay rates.
  • Friendly and experienced education recruitment specialists.
  • Ongoing support throughout your placement.
  • Opportunities to secure long-term or permanent employment.
  • Streamlined and efficient registration process.

If you're a caring and enthusiastic Level 3 Early Years Practitioner looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Megan at Rotherwood Education for more information.

This post is being advertised on behalf of Rotherwood Education, who are acting as an employment agency. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS and references, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

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