Early Years Practitioner

TeacherActive Ltd; Salford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

My-Progression CPD courses

Referral scheme – Receive up to £100

Market-leading rates of pay

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a qualified Early Years Practitioner to support babies, toddlers and preschool children at a private day nursery in Salford. The role focuses on safe, stimulating care and development for children aged 0-5, with daily routines, play and mealtimes, and close collaboration with the nursery's Early Years team.

You will need Level 2 or Level 3 qualifications in Early Years or childcare, prior nursery experience, and a nurturing, proactive approach to help each child grow in

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare or equivalent.
• Previous nursery/childcare experience, and understanding of 0-5 development.
• Nurturing, proactive and confident approach; good communication.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 0-5 with play and learning activities, daily routines and mealtimes.
• Provide a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment and promote independence.
• Work closely with the nursery's established Early Years team to maintain high-quality care.

Skills

Level 2/3 EY qualification

Nursery/Childcare experience

Understanding of 0-5 development

Nurturing and proactive approach

Effective communication & teamwork

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare or equivalent

Job description

Are you a qualified Early Years Practitioner with a Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualification?

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity within a

Salford

Are you passionate about supporting babies, toddlers and preschool-aged children to learn, develop and thrive?

TeacherActive is proud to be working in partnership with a

well-established private day nursery in

Salford, providing high-quality care and education for children from infancy through to preschool age.

The nursery offers a

modern, recently improved Early Years environment, with bright and spacious rooms designed around the developmental needs of different age groups. Children have access to engaging indoor learning spaces as well as extensive opportunities for outdoor play, exploration and child-led learning.

The setting places a strong emphasis on

children's individual development, independence and emotional well-being, providing age-appropriate activities and experiences that help children build confidence and prepare for the next stage of their education.

We are looking for an enthusiastic

Early Years Practitioner to support children aged

0-5, helping to provide a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment. You will support children with play and learning activities, daily routines and mealtimes, encourage independence and development, and work closely with the nursery's established Early Years team to provide consistently high-quality care.

The successful Early Years Practitioner will have:

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare or equivalent
• Previous experience working within a nursery, childcare or Early Years setting
• A good understanding of supporting the learning and development of children aged 0-5
• A nurturing, proactive and confident approach
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning, development and well-being
• The ability to communicate effectively and work well as part of an established nursery team

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy on boarding process
• 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 staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you're paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance, with no admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.

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