Job title: Qualified Early Years Educator
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Primary / Infant / Junior
Functional Expertise: Senior Leader
Salary type: Annual
Salary: Negotiable
Location: London, UK
Job published: 14-07-2026
Job ID: 122419

Job Description

Qualified Early Years Educator (Level 3) 

Location: Lambeth
Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)
Contract: Full-Time | Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

Qualified Early Years Educator (Level 3) 

Are you a Level 3 qualified Early Years Educator looking for an exciting opportunity within a nurturing bilingual nursery? Do you have a passion for supporting children's development during their formative years?

At Ribbons & Reeves, we are working with an established bilingual nursery group across South East and East London to recruit a caring and enthusiastic Qualified Early Years Educator (Level 3). This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team where children thrive through play-based learning in a bilingual environment. German language skills are preferred, but not essential.

Qualified Early Years Educator – Job Specification

  • Full-time, permanent position
  • Based across South East & East London
  • Level 3 Early Years qualification is essential
  • Experience working within a nursery setting is essential
  • German speaking is preferred, but not essential
  • Sound knowledge of the EYFS Framework
  • Passionate about supporting children's learning and development
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Qualified Early Years Educator – The Role

As a Qualified Early Years Educator, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality care and education while supporting children's learning through engaging, play-based activities.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Planning and delivering stimulating activities in line with the EYFS Framework
  • Supporting children aged 0–5 with their learning and development
  • Encouraging communication in both English and German where appropriate
  • Building strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues
  • Monitoring children's progress and contributing to learning journals
  • Promoting a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment
  • Following safeguarding and health & safety procedures at all times

The Ideal Candidate

The successful Qualified Early Years Educator will:

  • Hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)
  • Have essential experience working within a nursery setting
  • Be passionate about Early Years education
  • Be warm, caring and proactive
  • Be an excellent communicator and team player
  • Speak German (preferred, but not essential)
  • Be committed to providing outstanding care and education

Why Apply Through Ribbons & Reeves?

At Ribbons & Reeves, we specialise in placing exceptional education professionals into rewarding permanent roles across London. We'll support you throughout every stage of the recruitment process to help you secure your ideal Early Years position.

Ribbons & Reeves are London's leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Qualified Early Years Educator (Level 3) opportunity, supporting outstanding schools and nurseries across London. We look forward to supporting your application.