Early Years Practitioner

TeacherActive; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking a Nursery Practitioner for a warm and positive nursery in Derby. This role involves supporting children from 6 weeks to 4 years in both indoor and outdoor environments, with a focus on engagement through therapeutic activities. Candidates should hold a Level 3 qualification in childcare and be ready to adapt to various roles within the nursery. The position offers competitive pay rates, a dedicated team for onboarding, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Market leading rates of pay

CPD courses and certificates

Guaranteed payment scheme

Referral scheme up to £100

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualified to work in the nursery.
• Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Studies (EYFS) curriculum is essential.
• Flexible and willing to engage actively in nursery activities.

Responsibilities

• Support children ages 6 weeks to 4 years in various indoor and outdoor settings.
• Work under the supervision of the Nursery Manager.
• Engage children through sensory and therapeutic activities.

Skills

Knowledge of EYFS curriculum

Adaptability

Can-do approach

Education

Level 3 qualification

Level 2 Gold Standard

Job description

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a day nursery with their search for a Nursery Practitioner. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a warm and positive day nursery in Derby, who focus on child engagement with a therapeutic approach. The setting looks after children in both indoor and outdoor areas split into age‑appropriate sections and provides sensory enhancing activities. The nursery ensures children are able to challenge themselves and take risks in a safe and secure environment.

The nursery is looking to take on a Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner, on a long‑term basis with the opportunity to go permanent for the right practitioner. You will report directly to the Nursery Manager and could be required to work across all rooms, supporting children from ages 6 weeks up to 4 years. In this time of growth for this nursery, career progression opportunities are also available for the right Nursery Practitioner.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualified
• Level 2 Gold Standard welcome
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Studies (EYFS) curriculum
• Can‑do approach with the willingness to get stuck in
• Adaptability

Benefits

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed payment scheme – terms and conditions apply
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My‑Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive referral scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (terms and conditions apply)

Our Nursery Practitioners are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you are paying the right level of tax and National Insurance with no admin charges deducted from your hard‑earned cash.

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. The registration process involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.