Nursery Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Colchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Competitive pay

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner for roles in Colchester and surrounding areas. You will deliver high-quality care, plan engaging activities and support children's developmental milestones in line with EYFS.

We welcome qualified candidates with strong communication, teamwork, and a caring approach, ready to work in nurseries on a full-time or part-time basis.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification is required.
• Experience in nursery or Early Years settings is preferred.
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and learning opportunities for children.
• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities.
• Support children's development across social, emotional, physical and educational areas.
• Observe progress and contribute to learning records and development plans.
• Work in line with EYFS and nursery policies.

Skills

Caring and patient

Strong communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Years / Childcare Qualification

Job description

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner – Colchester

Location: Colchester, Essex

Role: Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

Contract: Full-time / Part-time opportunities available

Agency: TeacherActive

Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing

Qualification: Level 3 Early Years / Childcare Qualification

Are you a passionate and caring Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner looking for your next opportunity within Early Years?

TeacherActive is currently recruiting enthusiastic Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to work within nurseries and Early Years settings across Colchester and the surrounding areas.

We are looking for dedicated practitioners who are passionate about providing children with a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where they can learn, develop and thrive.

The Role

• Providing high-quality care and learning opportunities for children
• Planning and delivering fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities
• Supporting children's social, emotional, physical and educational development
• Working in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Observing and monitoring children's progress and development
• Contributing to children's learning records and development plans
• Supporting children's individual routines and needs
• Creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Following safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies at all times

The Ideal Candidate

• Hold a relevant Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification
• Have previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting
• Have a good understanding of the EYFS framework
• Be caring, patient, enthusiastic and reliable
• Have strong communication and teamwork skills
• Be confident supporting children's individual learning and development
• Be able to build positive relationships with children and families
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Why Work Through TeacherActive?

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placements
• Opportunities within nurseries across Colchester and the surrounding areas
• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
• Competitive rates of pay
• A variety of Early Years settings to develop your skills and experience

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and requires you to supply good professional references.

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

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