Early Year Childcare Practitioner – Level 3

Job Opportunity: Level Three Early Years Childcare Practitioner

Position: Permanent Full-Time (37 hours per week – 52 weeks per year) 
Part-Time considered for the right candidate

Salary: PCD5 - £25,989.00 pro rata

Start Date: 16th March 2026, or as soon as possible after this date

Lowther Endowed School and Little VIPs Day Care is looking for a passionate, enthusiastic, and caring Level Three Childcare Practitioner to join our vibrant early years team. Based in the beautiful Eden Valley, our setting is proud to offer a nurturing, child-centred environment.

About the Role:
As a Level Three Childcare Practitioner, you will play a key role in delivering outstanding early years education and care. You will plan and implement engaging activities, promote a safe and stimulating environment, and work in close partnership with parents and staff to support each child’s development.

Responsibilities:
•    Provide high-quality care and education for children aged from 9 months – 5 years
•    Observe, assess, and plan activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
•    Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
•    Maintain accurate records of children’s development and progress
•    Ensure the setting meets all safeguarding and health & safety requirements

Requirements:
•    A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)
•    Experience working in a nursery or early years setting
•    Strong knowledge of the EYFS and child development
•    A warm, nurturing approach and a genuine passion for working with young children
•    Excellent communication and teamwork skills
•    As with all such positions, this post is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS with Barred List check, and compliance with Safer Recruitment guidance.

What We Offer:
•    A supportive and friendly working environment
•    Continued professional development opportunities
•    Beautiful rural setting within a welcoming school community
•    Competitive rate of pay 
•    The opportunity to make a real difference in young children’s lives

Interested?
Please contact the Headteacher, Michelle Clark on head@lowther.cumbria.sch.uk or nursery manager on hayley.fassam@lowther.cumbria.sch.uk to arrange a visit please contact us.

For more information, please visit our website (https://www.lowther.cumbria.sch.uk/current-staff-vacancies ),

Completed applications should be returned to: head@lowther.cumbria.sch.uk
Closing Date: 12:00pm Wednesday, 4th March
Interviews: Monday, 9th March - successful applicants will be contacted by email to arrange an interview.