Nursery Practitioner

Nala Global Ltd; Birstall; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Nala Recruitment is seeking a Nursery Practitioner to cover lunch breaks in a welcoming nursery setting in Leicester. This part-time role runs 11:00am–2:00pm, Monday to Friday, offering a supportive environment for caring and motivated Early Years professionals.

You will help provide high-quality care and development opportunities, build strong relationships with children and families, and assist with activity planning and observations. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• A relevant Early Years qualification such as Level 2 or Level 3 in Early Years Education and Childcare is desirable/required depending on the role.
• Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children.
• Support children’s learning and development through age-appropriate activities.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Support planning and delivery of engaging activities based on children’s interests.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Team player

Communication

Education

Level 2/3 Early Years

Job description

Nursery Practitioner (Lunch Cover)

Location: Birstall, Leicester

Salary: Up to £14.50 per hour

Hours: 11:00am–2:00pm (15hr p/w), Mon-Fri

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Nala Recruitment are currently working with a welcoming and supportive nursery setting who are looking for a Nursery Practitioner to join their team on a part-time basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a caring and motivated Early Years professional who is passionate about supporting young children and helping them develop, learn and thrive in a safe and stimulating environment.

The Role

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play an important role in providing high-quality care and education for children, supporting their development through engaging activities and positive interactions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children
• Supporting children’s learning and development through age-appropriate activities
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Supporting the planning and delivery of engaging activities based around children’s interests and development
• Observing and recording children’s progress and contributing to their individual learning journeys
• Ensuring children’s health, safety and wellbeing are maintained at all times
• Supporting children with their personal care needs where required
• Working effectively as part of a wider nursery team
• Following the nursery’s policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements
• Creating an inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient and approachable
• Passionate about working with children and supporting their development
• A positive team player with good communication skills
• Reliable, responsible and committed to providing high-quality care
• Able to build strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Confident in creating fun and engaging learning experiences

A relevant Early Years qualification such as Level 2 or Level 3 in Early Years Education and Childcare is desirable/required depending on the role.

Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting would be beneficial.

What’s on Offer

• Part-time hours of 11:00am–2:00pm
• Competitive salary/hourly rate
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and progression
• A rewarding role working with young children
• Ongoing support from Nala Recruitment