Job Description

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

Hackney, East London

£95-£110 per day | PAYE | Flexible & Long-Term Opportunities

Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners for opportunities across the London Borough of Hackney.

We are working with a range of welcoming and well-established nurseries, primary schools and Early Years settings that are looking for enthusiastic, reliable and experienced practitioners to support children across the EYFS.

This is an excellent opportunity for Level 3 Early Years Practitioners, Nursery Nurses and Early Years Educators looking for regular work in supportive settings across Hackney.

Whether you're looking for day-to-day supply, a longer-term placement or your next permanent opportunity, we can offer roles based around your experience, availability and preferences.

The Role

As a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner, you will:

  • Support children across the EYFS framework

  • Deliver engaging and age-appropriate learning activities

  • Support children's social, emotional and educational development

  • Create a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment

  • Encourage children's communication, confidence and independence

  • Observe and assess children's progress

  • Contribute to children's learning journeys and development records

  • Build positive relationships with children, parents and staff

  • Work collaboratively with teachers and other Early Years professionals

  • Follow safeguarding, health and safety and school policies

The Settings

Tradewind works with a broad range of Early Years settings and primary schools across Hackney, including areas such as:

  • Hackney Central

  • Dalston

  • Stoke Newington

  • Clapton

  • Homerton

  • Haggerston

  • London Fields

  • Stamford Hill

  • Victoria Park

  • Shoreditch

Our partner settings typically offer:

  • Supportive and experienced leadership teams

  • Well-resourced Early Years environments

  • Clear EYFS routines and expectations

  • A strong focus on children's development and wellbeing

  • Collaborative and friendly staff teams

  • Excellent transport links

  • Opportunities for repeat and long-term work

Who We're Looking For

We are particularly interested in hearing from:

  • Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners

  • Level 3 Nursery Nurses

  • Early Years Educators

  • Experienced Nursery Practitioners

  • Early Years Teaching Assistants with relevant qualifications

You will need:

  • A recognised Level 3 Early Years qualification

  • Recent experience working with children in an Early Years setting

  • Good knowledge of the EYFS framework

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • A caring, patient and nurturing approach

  • The ability to build positive relationships with young children

  • Strong safeguarding awareness

  • A professional, reliable and adaptable approach

  • Availability for regular work

Why Work with Tradewind?

When you work with Tradewind Recruitment, you will receive:

  • Competitive PAYE rates

  • Flexible work based around your availability

  • Access to a large network of Hackney schools and Early Years settings

  • A dedicated education consultant

  • Regular opportunities for reliable practitioners

  • Free CPD through our partnership with The National College

  • Support with long-term and permanent opportunities

  • Honest advice about the settings and roles available

About Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind is one of London's leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years' experience supporting education professionals and schools.

We focus on building long-term relationships with our candidates rather than simply filling individual vacancies. Our consultants take the time to understand your experience, availability and career goals so we can find opportunities that are the right fit for you.

If you're a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner looking for your next opportunity in Hackney, we'd love to hear from you. Please contact Ciaran on Ciaran.McKenna@twrecruitment.com