Nursery Nurse

TeacherActive Limited.; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

CPD courses

Referral bonus up to £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is hiring a Level 2 Qualified Nursery Practitioner in Gillingham for a full-time, long-term position. You will provide consistent care, assist with daily routines, feeding and play-based learning in a safe, nurturing environment to support early development.

The role requires Level 2 in Childcare, EYFS knowledge, and strong teamwork. Hourly pay ranges from £15.05 to £15.40, with ongoing CPD and development opportunities through the My-Progression channel.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification in Childcare or Early Years is essential.
• Excellent experience with babies and young children in a nursery setting.
• Good knowledge of the EYFS framework and personal care routines.

Responsibilities

• Support feeding, nappy changing and personal care.
• Engage children in age-appropriate play and learning activities.
• Promote social, emotional and physical development in daily routines.

Skills

Level 2 childcare

EYFS knowledge

Teamwork

Baby care

Education

Level 2 childcare qualification

Job description

Job Title: Level 2 Qualified Nursery Practitioner

Location: Gillingham

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £15.05 - £15.40 per hour

Are you a Level 2 qualified Nursery Practitioner with a passion for supporting young children's learning and development?

Do you have experience providing high-quality care to babies and young children in a nursery setting?

Are you enthusiastic, caring and confident in supporting children's daily routines, including feeding, changing and engaging in play-based activities?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a nursery setting in Gillingham that is looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner. The nursery is seeking a caring and passionate individual who can help create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where young children feel supported and encouraged to learn through play.

The nursery is looking to take on a Level 2 qualified Nursery Practitioner on a full-time, long-term basis, providing consistent care and support to young children throughout their daily routines. The successful Nursery Practitioner will be responsible for supporting feeding, nappy changing, personal care and engaging children in age-appropriate activities, while promoting their social, emotional and physical development.

The successful Nursery Practitioner will have:

• Level 2 qualification in Childcare or Early Years (essential)
• Excellent experience working with babies and young children in a nursery or early years setting
• Good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
• Confidence in supporting personal care routines, including feeding, nappy changing and maintaining children's hygiene
• The ability to plan and engage children in stimulating, age-appropriate play and learning activities
• A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach with excellent communication and teamwork skills

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding 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.

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

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work