Level 2/3 Nursery Practitioner (Braintree)

TeacherActive; Essex; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education staffing agency is seeking a Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner for a permanent role in Braintree, England. The position requires working four days a week, offering a pay starting from £13.69 per hour, depending on experience. The nursery is known for its high-quality early years education and supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 childcare qualification and a passion for children's development. The role offers opportunities for progression within the nursery and supportive working conditions.

Benefits

Onsite parking

Clear route for progression

Friendly and professional environment

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare or equivalent.
• Have previous experience working within an Early Years or nursery setting.
• Demonstrate a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Be motivated, caring, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Be able to drive to the nursery location.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development in a nursery environment.
• Implement activities suited for Early Years education.
• Create a nurturing and stimulating environment.

Skills

Passion for supporting children's learning

Experience in Early Years/nursery

Ability to work as part of a team

Motivated and caring attitude

Education

Level 3 qualification in Childcare

Job description

Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Location: Braintree
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Permanent 4 days per week
Pay: From £13.69 per hour (dependent on experience)

TeacherActive are working in partnership with a welcoming and high-quality Nursery based in Braintree, who are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner to join their team on a permanent basis, working four days per week.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about Early Years education and is looking to develop their career within a supportive nursery setting.

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or equivalent)
• Have previous experience working within an Early Years or nursery setting
• Demonstrate a genuine passion for supporting children s learning and development
• Be motivated, caring, and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Be able to drive to the nursery location

What the Nursery Offers:

• Minimum pay of £13.69 per hour, with variation based on experience
• Onsite parking available
• A clear route for progression within the nursery
• A supportive, friendly, and professional working environment

Why Choose TeacherActive?

TeacherActive will manage the entire onboarding process, ensuring all required documentation is completed so you can start your role confidently.

When you join TeacherActive, you will benefit from:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7
• Access to our Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)
• CPD training and certification through our My-Progression platform
• Market-leading rates of pay
• The opportunity to earn up to £100 through our Referral Scheme (T&Cs apply)
• All roles paid through PAYE, ensuring correct Tax and National Insurance contributions with no hidden fees

If you are passionate about supporting children s development and are ready to take the next step in your career as a Nursery Practitioner, we would love to hear from you.

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

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

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