Nursery Assistant

TeacherActive; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

Guaranteed payment scheme

CPD courses via My-Progression

Market-leading pay

TeacherActive referral scheme – £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a Level 2/3 Nursery Practitioner for a long-term opportunity in a nurturing setting. You will support children from 6 weeks to 4 years, work closely with the Nursery Manager, and help uphold high standards of care and learning in line with EYFS.

The successful candidate will hold Level 3 in Childcare (preferred) or Level 2 Gold Standard, with strong communication and teamwork skills, a positive, adaptable, and caring approach.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Qualification in Childcare (preferred).
• Level 2 Gold Standard or equivalent; unqualified candidates welcome.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 6 weeks to 4 years across all ages.
• Work closely with the Nursery Manager to ensure high care and learning standards.
• Contribute to a nurturing environment where children and staff thrive.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Caring approach

Adaptable

Education

Level 3 Childcare (preferred)

Level 2 Gold Standard

Unqualified candidates welcome

Job description

Level 2/3 Nursery Practitioner – Long-Term Opportunity

Are you a passionate and dedicated Nursery Practitioner looking for your next exciting opportunity? We are working with a welcoming and growing nursery that is seeking a Level 2/3 qualified Nursery Practitioner to join their team on a long-term basis, with the potential to secure a permanent role for the right candidate.

In this rewarding role, you will work closely with the Nursery Manager and support children across all age groups, from 6 weeks to 4 years old. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a nurturing environment where both children and staff are encouraged to thrive.

With the nursery continuing to grow, there are also fantastic career progression opportunities available for ambitious and committed practitioners.

The successful Nursery Practitioner will have:

• Level 3 Qualification in Childcare (preferred)
• Level 2 Gold Standard & Unqualified candidates also welcome
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A positive, adaptable, and caring approach

In return, you can expect:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through the onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme*
• Access to CPD courses and certificates via the My-Progression channel
• Market-leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend*

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.

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