Early Years Practitioner

TeacherActive Limited.; Norwich; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading rates of pay from £14.5

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting Early Years Practitioners to support nurseries in Norwich. Join a well-established nursery group to help children develop, learn and thrive in a safe, stimulating environment.

We welcome experienced practitioners and those starting their childcare career. The role emphasizes safeguarding, EYFS understanding, strong communication with children, parents and colleagues, and a proactive team approach. Competitive PAYE rates start from £14.25 per hour.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development.
• Understanding of the EYFS framework and early learning importance.
• Ability to create a safe, welcoming environment for children.
• Strong communication with children, parents and colleagues.
• Caring, patient approach to supporting individual needs.
• Confidence to encourage learning through play and activities.
• Reliable, proactive team player with safeguarding focus.
• Commitment to safeguarding and high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Support young children to develop, learn and thrive in nurseries.
• Contribute to a safe, stimulating and welcoming learning environment.
• Collaborate with nursery teams to deliver play-based learning.
• Prioritise safeguarding and maintain high standards of care.

Skills

Passion for children

EYFS understanding

Safe, stimulating environment

Strong communication

Caring, patient

Team player

Education

Level 2/3 Early Years/Childcare qualification

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting young children and helping them develop, learn and thrive?

TeacherActive is working in partnership with a well-established nursery group to recruit caring, motivated and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioners to support their settings in Norwich.

We are looking to connect with strong practitioners who take pride in their work, understand the importance of early childhood development and want to make a positive difference to children's everyday experiences.

Whether you are an experienced Early Years Practitioner or looking to take the next step in your childcare career, we would love to hear from you.

WHAT MAKES A SUCCESSFUL EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONER?

• A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development.
• An understanding of the EYFS framework and the importance of early learning.
• The ability to create a safe, stimulating and welcoming environment.
• Strong communication skills when working with children, parents and colleagues.
• A caring, patient and positive approach to supporting children's individual needs.
• The confidence to encourage learning through play and everyday activities.
• A reliable, proactive attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A commitment to safeguarding, children's welfare and maintaining high standards of care.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification is desirable, depending on the position.
• Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting.
• A good understanding of safeguarding and child development.
• A professional approach and a willingness to contribute positively to the nursery team.

OUR COMPLIANCE PROCESS

TeacherActive operates a thorough compliance and registration process for all successful candidates before they are able to work within our nursery settings.

This includes the necessary identity, qualification, employment history, reference and safeguarding checks, alongside relevant DBS requirements.

Our dedicated team will guide you through each stage to ensure all required documentation and checks are completed before you begin working.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM TEACHERACTIVE:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you throughout the onboarding process.
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply).
• CPD courses and certificates through our My-Progression channel.
• Market-leading rates of pay, starting from £14.25 per hour.
• Day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities.
• Opportunities to work with an established nursery group.
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply).
• All staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring the correct level of Tax and National Insurance is deducted, with no hidden administration charges or fees.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

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

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment