Connex - London
Level 3 Early Years Practitioner – Nursery (Term-Time Only)
Location: Islington
Salary: £475 – £525 per week (dependent on experience & qualifications)
Contract: Full-time, Term-Time Only
Working Hours: 8:15 AM – 3:45 PM, Monday to Friday
Start Date: September 2025
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
About the Role
Connex Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Islington to recruit a Level 3 Qualified Early Years Practitioner to join their Nursery team. This is a term-time only position, working full-time hours within the school day.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the learning, development, and care of children in the early years setting, working closely with the Nursery Teacher and wider EYFS team to create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for all children.
Key Responsibilities
Support the delivery of the EYFS curriculum through engaging and child-centred activities
Provide a warm, caring, and structured environment where children can thrive
Observe, assess, and contribute to planning for individual learning journeys
Promote positive interactions, behaviour, and communication
Work closely with parents, carers, and colleagues to support children’s development
Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding, welfare, and hygiene are maintained
Assignment Details
Term-time only (school holidays off)
Full-time role, Monday to Friday
Working hours: 8:15 AM – 3:45 PM
Based in a school nursery setting with a supportive team
Person Specification
Level 3 Early Years Qualification – essential
Experience working with Nursery or early years-aged children
Sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
A nurturing, enthusiastic, and flexible approach
Strong team player with good communication skills
A DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one through Connex
Why Join Connex Education?
Competitive weekly pay (PAYE)
Term-time working – enjoy a great work/life balance
Access to CPD training and early years resources
A supportive consultant to guide you through your placement
Opportunities for long-term work and career development in education
If you’re a qualified Early Years Practitioner looking to work in a friendly and rewarding school nursery setting, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape a child’s early learning experience.
All offers are subject to satisfactory background checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.
