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PermanentFull-Time / PermanentEarly Years Practitioner
Level 3 Nursery Practitioner in Leeds (Permanent)
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Leeds nurseries and school early years teams need Level 3 practitioners who understand child development, safeguarding and warm, playful learning. As an Employment Agency we introduce candidates for permanent posts rather than day cover alone.
About the Role
In a permanent Level 3 Nursery Practitioner role you will be a key person for a group of children, plan next steps from observation, and work closely with parents. Settings range from private nurseries to school nursery classes around Horsforth, Yeadon and Kirkstall. GAC Education supports your application and interview process with the employer.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as key person and build trusting relationships with children and families
- Plan and deliver age appropriate activities linked to the EYFS
- Observe, assess and record development to inform next steps
- Uphold high standards of care, hygiene and safeguarding
- Work as part of the room team to keep ratios and routines smooth
Requirements
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent) essential
- Recent nursery or EYFS experience in the UK
- Enhanced DBS with Children's Barred List check
- Passionate about early childhood and able to work permanent hours in Leeds
- Right to work in the UK
What We Offer
- Permanent salary typically £24,000 to £30,000 depending on the employer
- Introductions to nurseries and school EYFS teams across north west Leeds
- Guidance through application and interview from our Yorkshire desk on 0113 460 1938
- Safer recruitment support aligned with KCSIE
- No fees to you for our work finding service
Additional details
About GAC Education & Safeguarding
GAC Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to thorough safer recruitment checks in line with KCSIE, including identity verification, right-to-work checks, employment reference checks covering the last 2 years, and an Enhanced DBS check with Children's Barred List check.
Equal Opportunities & Fee Protection
We are an equal opportunities employer. Under UK legislation, GAC Education does not charge work-seekers any fees for work-finding services.
Agency Status & Data Protection
GAC Education operates as an Employment Business when supplying temporary cover workers and as an Employment Agency when introducing candidates for permanent positions. Personal data is processed in accordance with UK GDPR.
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Full-Time / Permanent
£24,000 to £30,000
Early Years Practitioner
Nursery & EYFS
Posted 2026-09-13