NURSERY Practitioner

TeacherActive; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking an enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner for a private day-nursery in North Devon. You will join a friendly team and work across rooms with children from 6 weeks to 4 years, reporting to the Nursery Manager.

This role offers potential for long-term progression to permanent for the right candidate, with a focus on a therapeutic approach and safe, engaging activities. The role requires Level 2 qualification (Level 3 desirable) and EYFS knowledge, and you must be adaptable with

Qualifications

• Level 2 required
• Level 3 desirable
• Knowledge of the EYFS curriculum
• 'Can-do' attitude with the willingness to get stuck in
• Adaptability

Responsibilities

• Support children from 6 weeks to 4 years across rooms
• Report to Nursery Manager and participate in daily routines

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Adaptability

Can-do attitude

Education

Level 2 qualification

Level 3 qualification (desirable)

Job description

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Location: North Devon

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £14.26 per hour

Are you an enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner who would like the opportunity to join a friendly team at a place nursery in North Devon?

Are you reliable, honest and hard-working?

Do you adopt a 'can-do' attitude?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a private day-nursery with their search for a Nursery Practitioner. This is an exciting opportunity work with a warm and positive private day-nursery in North Devon, who focus on child engagement with a therapeutic approach. The setting looks after up to 125 children, and both indoor and outdoor areas are split into age-appropriate sections and provide sensory enhancing activities. The nursery ensures children are able to challenge themselves and take risks in a safe and secure environment.

The nursery is looking to take on a Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner, for potential day-to-day cover as well as a long-term basis with the opportunity to go permanent for the right Nursery Practitioner. You will report directly to the Nursery Manager and could be required to work across all rooms, supporting children from ages 6 weeks up to 4 years. In a time of growth for this Nursery, career progression opportunities are also available for the right Nursery Practitioner.

The successful Nursery Practitioner will have:

• Level 3 desirable
• Level 2 required
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Studies (EYFS) curriculum
• 'Can-do' approach with the willingness to get stuck in
• Adaptability

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

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