Level 3 or 2 Early Years Practitioner

Teaching Personnel; Princes Risborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency in the UK is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Nurse to join a supportive team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in providing high-quality care and education, supporting children's development in a safe, nurturing environment. Responsibilities include planning age-appropriate activities, creating an inclusive atmosphere, and building strong relationships with children and parents. A Level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare and experience in a nursery setting are required. Training and development opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Ongoing training and professional development

Opportunities for long-term or permanent roles

Qualifications

• Commitment to high-quality care and education.
• Ability to create inclusive classroom environments.
• Willingness to undertake a clear DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development in line with EYFS framework.
• Create a safe and stimulating environment.
• Build positive relationships with children and parents.
• Assist with daily routines and activities.
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare requirements are met.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Caring and patient approach

Experience in early years settings

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare

Job description

We are currently seeking a caring, enthusiastic Nursery Nurse to join a welcoming and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about early years education and supporting children’s development in a safe, nurturing environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in planning and delivering engaging, age‑appropriate activities in line with the EYFS framework, supporting children’s learning, development, and wellbeing. You will help create a positive, inclusive atmosphere where children feel secure, valued, and encouraged to explore and grow.

This role is ideal for someone who is committed, reliable, and enjoys working as part of a team to provide high‑quality care and education, while building strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the learning and development of children in line with the EYFS framework
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Assist with daily routines, activities, and observations
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare requirements are met at all times

Requirements

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or equivalent)
• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting
• A caring, patient, and reliable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A clear DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities for long‑term or permanent roles

If you are passionate about early years education and would like to make a positive difference in children’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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