Nursery Practitioner

Teaching Personnel; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting for a Nursery Practitioner in Birkenhead in a flexible, part-time capacity. You will work with children from six months to five years, supporting care, learning and development throughout the nursery day.

Key duties include activities, play-based learning, and observations. The role requires Level 2/3 childcare qualification and a caring, patient approach with good teamwork and communication.

Qualifications

• Qualified nursery practitioner with Level 2 or 3 in Childcare or Early Years.
• Experience with nursery, preschool or early years settings.
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework.

Responsibilities

• Plan and set up age-appropriate activities.
• Support learning through play and child-led exploration.
• Record developmental progress and observations.
• Support children's personal care and daily routines.
• Foster positive relationships with children and families.
• Maintain a clean, safe nursery environment.
• Communicate updates to parents and carers.

Skills

Childcare

EYFS understanding

Observations

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 2/3 Childcare qualification

Job description

Birkenhead, Wirral | Flexible, part-time | Monday to Friday
8:00am to 4:00pm | £15 per hour
Level 2 or 3 Childcare qualification preferred

Are you a qualified Nursery Practitioner looking for a flexible position in Birkenhead?

Teaching Personnel is recruiting for aNursery Practitioner to join a friendly and established early years setting in the Wirral. You’ll work with children from six months to five years old, supporting their care, learning and development throughout the nursery day.

This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys getting involved in activities, understands how young children learn through play and takes pride in helping every child feel settled, safe and included.

• Setting up interesting and age-appropriate activities
• Supporting learning through play and child-led exploration
• Helping children develop their confidence, communication and independence
• Completing observations and recording developmental progress
• Supporting children’s personal care and daily routines
• Encouraging positive relationships and social development
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised nursery environment
• Sharing relevant updates with parents and carers
• Working closely with colleagues to plan around children’s interests and next steps
• Following safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies

You will need:

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years
• Experience working in a nursery, preschool or early years setting
• A working understanding of the EYFS framework
• Confidence completing observations and developmental records
• A caring, patient and dependable approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine interest in how young children learn and develop
• The ability to commit to full-time hours

Experience working as a Key Person or supporting children with additional needs would be welcome.

• Monday to Friday
• 8:00am to 6:00pm, or 1:00pm - 6:00pm, or 8:00am - 1:00pm
• Weekly pay through Teaching Personnel, PAYE

• Consistent hours within one Birkenhead nursery
• Supportive and experienced early years team
• Opportunities to develop your EYFS knowledge
• Access to relevant CPD and training
• Ongoing support throughout your placement
• A role where you can see the impact of your work every day

The nursery is based in Birkenhead and may suit applicants travelling from nearby areas such as Prenton, Tranmere, Wallasey, Bebington, Rock Ferry and central Wirral.

Suitable applicants will be contacted by Emily at Teaching Personnel to discuss the setting and next steps.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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