Nursery Nurse

TeacherActive Ltd; Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses and certificates

Market-leading pay

Referral scheme - up to £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a Nursery Practitioner for a nursery in Market Harborough (LE16). This full-time role supports children’s learning under the EYFS, leads play-based activities, and helps develop continuous provision in a warm, caring setting.

Shifts vary from 8:00am to 6:00pm, with duties including supporting personal care, routines, and building positive relationships. A Level 2/3 childcare qualification or 6 months EYFS experience is expected, with a focus on safeguarding and

Qualifications

• Level 2/3 Childcare qualification or 6 months EYFS experience.
• Knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and Early Learning Goals.
• Experience supporting children through play-based learning, continuous provision and small group activities.
• Confidence supporting children's individual needs, daily routines and personal care.

Responsibilities

• Lead small group activities and engage children through play-based learning.
• Support children's daily routines and personal care.
• Help develop engaging continuous provision and learning environments.
• Encourage progress toward Early Learning Goals and build positive relationships.

Skills

Play-based learning

EYFS knowledge

Support individual needs

Flexible / reliable

Education

Level 2 Childcare qualification

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Equivalent qualification

6 months EYFS experience

Job description

Are you a passionate Nursery Practitioner who enjoys bringing learning to life through creative play and hands‑on activities?

Do you hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification, an equivalent qualification, or have at least 6 months of relevant Early Years experience?

Would you enjoy working in a nursery where you can encourage children's independence, support their development and make every day a new learning opportunity?

TeacherActive is working with a nursery setting in

Market Harborough (LE16) that is looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Nursery Practitioner to join its Early Years team. The setting focuses on creating meaningful learning experiences through play, encouraging children to explore their surroundings, develop new skills and build confidence in a nurturing environment.

This full‑time

Nursery Practitioner position offers varied shifts, with working hours starting as early as 8:00am or finishing as late as 6:00pm, depending on the rota. You will support children's learning in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), help develop engaging continuous provision, lead small group activities and encourage progress towards the Early Learning Goals. You will also support children's daily routines, including personal care, while promoting independence and positive relationships.

The successful Nursery Practitioner will have:

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification, an equivalent qualification, or a minimum of 6 months' relevant experience within an Early Years setting
• A good understanding of the EYFS curriculum, Early Learning Goals and child development
• Experience supporting children through play‑based learning, continuous provision and small group activities
• Confidence supporting children's individual needs, daily routines and personal care requirements
• A caring, creative and enthusiastic approach to supporting young children's learning and development
• A reliable and flexible attitude with a commitment to safeguarding. A driving licence would be advantageous but is not essential

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.

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.