Level 3 Nursery Nurse

TeacherActive Ltd; Hereford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD Courses and My-Progression access

Market leading pay rates

Job summary

Hereford-based nursery within a mainstream primary school is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to provide flexible, school-based cover from 8:30am to 3:30pm. The role focuses on supporting children aged 2 to 4 years in a positive Early Years environment.

The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, have EYFS knowledge, and demonstrate reliability and adaptability to cover when required. This is a part-time, temporary position with a PAYE pay arrangement.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare (required)
• Experience working with children aged 2 to 4 years
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage / EYFS
• A caring and enthusiastic approach to supporting young children
• Reliability and flexibility to provide cover when required
• The ability to work effectively as part of a nursery team

Responsibilities

• Provide cover for in-house staff absences
• Support children throughout the nursery day
• Help create a safe, engaging and supportive learning environment

Skills

Level 3 qualification

Experience with 2-4 year olds

EYFS knowledge

Caring approach

Reliability & flexibility

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare

Job description

Are you a Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner looking for flexible work in a school-based nursery?

Do you have experience supporting children aged 2 to 4 years within an Early Years setting?

Are you a caring, reliable and adaptable Nursery Practitioner who can provide high-quality support when required?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a nursery based within a mainstream primary school in Hereford. The nursery provides educational care for children aged 2 to 4 years, supporting their learning and development within a positive Early Years environment.

The school is looking for a flexible Nursery Practitioner to provide cover as and when required for in-house staff absences, working hours of 8:30am to 3:30pm. The successful Nursery Practitioner will support children throughout the nursery day, helping to provide a safe, engaging and supportive environment while contributing to their learning and development.

The successful Nursery Practitioner will have:

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare - please note this qualification is a requirement to apply for this role
• Experience working with children aged 2 to 4 years
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage / EYFS
• A caring and enthusiastic approach to supporting young children
• Reliability and flexibility to provide cover when required
• The ability to work effectively as part of a 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 and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Level 3 Nursery Nurse

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £92.63 to £110 a day

Hours: Part-time

Location: HR1

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Temporary

Posting date: 5 Oct 2026

Closing date: 4 Nov 2026

Summary

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Location: Hereford

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £92.63 - £110 per day

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.

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.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme