YKS L3
Job Summary
Location: Allerton Bywater (WF10) & Surrounding Areas
Salary: From 12.71 per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent (Flexible options available)
Sector: Early Years Education
Are you a qualified Early Years Educator who believes children thrive best when given the space respect and independence to explore at their own pace
Nexter Recruitment is currently partnered with a beautiful high-quality nursery in Allerton Bywater that blends the Montessori ethos with a warm nurturing community. The setting places childrens wellbeing natural curiosity and practical independence at the heart of daily life.
We are seeking a caring thoughtful Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join their dedicated permanent team. Whether you already have experience with the Montessori approach or are simply an enthusiastic practitioner eager to learn with full on-the-job training this setting offers a calm purposeful environment where you can truly focus on quality practice.
As a Nursery Practitioner within this setting you will:
Create a Peaceful Environment: Foster a calm orderly and respectful space where every child feels secure heard and valued.
Champion Independence: Guide children with patience and intention embracing the core philosophy of help me to do it myself.
Introduce Hands-On Learning: Guide children through sensory discovery real-world practical life activities and specialized natural materials.
Individualized Observation: Carefully observe and respond to each childs unique rhythm interests and developmental stages in line with the EYFS.
Build Strong Connections: Foster warm collaborative relationships with children families and your fellow educators.
Maintain High Standards: Ensure continuous safeguarding health and safety and loving care across daily routines.
We are seeking an educator who is naturally reflective patient and excited about early childhood development:
Qualified: Level 3 Early Years Educator NVQ Level 3 CACHE Level 3 or equivalent full and relevant childcare qualification.
Nurturing Nature: Warm consistent and calm in your approach to guiding behavior and building confidence.
Child-Led Mindset: An active interest in child-led independent learning and practical life experiences.
Team Player: Supportive collaborative and clear in your communication with colleagues and parents.
Eager to Learn: Montessori experience is desirable but not essential. Full mentoring and ongoing training in Montessori practice will be provided to the right practitioner.
Competitive Pay: Starting from 12.71 per hour.
Montessori Mentorship: Receive hands-on support and continuous professional development in child-led early education.
A Calmer Atmosphere: Work in a thoughtfully designed aesthetically organized space prioritizing calm engagement over clutter.
Dedicated Support: Direct permanent placement with a supportive team that values your voice wellbeing and professional contributions.
If you are passionate about giving children the very best foundation in life we want to hear from you.
Apply today by submitting your CV or connect with our team directly at for a confidential discussion about the role.
Required Skills:
Who We Are Looking For: We pride ourselves on providing nurseries with enthusiastic reliable staff who genuinely love working with children.
Required Education:
You must hold a Full & Relevant Early Years or Childcare qualification (e.g. NVQ CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator NNEB). Please note: Due to government ratio regulations Health & Social Care or Teaching Assistant (TA) qualifications do not meet the criteria for Qualified Practitioner rates. Compliance (The 2025 Standard): To be counted in nursery ratios you must hold a Full Paediatric First Aid (PFA) certificate. If you dont have one right you need to get one within 6 months.