Nursery Practitioner

TeacherActive Ltd; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading pay

CPD Courses and certificates

Referral Scheme £100

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd is recruiting a Nursery Practitioner for a temporary placement in Altrincham, supporting children 6 months to 5 years within EYFS guidelines. You will deliver engaging play-based activities, promote positive behaviour and help develop early communication, social, and emotional skills.

The role requires at least 3 months' UK nursery experience; Level 2/3 in Early Years is desirable. DBS/ safeguarding compliance and a caring, patient approach are valued.

Qualifications

• UK nursery or childcare experience of at least 3 months.
• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification desirable.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and learning through play.
• Excellent communication and group management skills.
• SEND experience desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 6 months to 5 years with engaging activities per EYFS.
• Promote positive behaviour and social-emotional development.
• Communicate effectively with children and caregivers.
• Contribute to a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment.

Skills

Nursery experience

EYFS knowledge

Communication skills

Group management

SEND experience

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years

Job description

Are you a passionate Nursery Practitioner who loves creating exciting learning experiences through play?

Can you be a positive role model, encouraging children's confidence, independence and curiosity while maintaining a safe and engaging environment?

Do you have at least 3 months' experience working in a nursery or childcare setting and want to take the next step in your Early Years career?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming nursery in Altrincham that is committed to providing children with a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment. The nursery places learning through play at the heart of its approach, helping children develop their confidence, independence and curiosity during their early years.

The nursery is looking to appoint an enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner on a temporary basis, with the potential for a longer-term placement for the right Nursery Practitioner. You will support children aged 6 months to 5 years, delivering engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework, promoting positive behaviour and supporting children's communication, social and emotional development, with SEND experience desirable but not essential.

The successful Nursery Practitioner will have:

• A minimum of 3 months' experience working within a nursery or childcare setting in the UK
• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years is desirable but not essential
• A sound understanding of the EYFS framework and learning through play
• Excellent communication and group management skills
• SEND experience is desirable but not essential
• A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach with a genuine passion for supporting young children

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.

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.