Nursery Practitioner

Protocol Education Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Nursery Practitioner for a maternity cover role in a welcoming nursery setting. This position offers the chance to inspire young minds through play and exploration in a creative environment. With ongoing support from a dedicated consultant and access to training opportunities, this role is perfect for someone who values child-led learning and development. Located conveniently next to Temple Meads Station, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in early years education.

Benefits

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Access to CPD and training opportunities

Competitive rates of pay, paid weekly

Free online safeguarding training

Qualifications

• Passion for early years development and play-based learning.
• Strong understanding of the Birth to Five Matters guidance.

Responsibilities

• Support children in leading their own play and learning.
• Encourage imagination and curiosity in a creative environment.

Skills

Early Years Development

Child-Led Learning

Understanding of EYFS Framework

Imagination and Creativity

Education

Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years

Job description

Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Maternity Cover) – Bristol (Temple Meads)
Start: September | Full-time | Temporary (Maternity Cover)
Via Protocol Education

Protocol Education is looking for a passionate and qualified Nursery Practitioner to join a welcoming nursery in Bristol, conveniently located right next to Temple Meads Station. This is a maternity cover role starting in September, ideal for someone who thrives in a child-led, creative environment.

The nursery offers free-flowing indoor and outdoor spaces, where children are encouraged to lead their own play and learning. Practitioners support children to use their imagination and curiosity to transform the rooms and experiences around them.

What We’re Looking For:

• A Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years (or equivalent)

• A strong understanding of the Birth to Five Matters guidance and EYFS framework

• Someone with a genuine passion for early years development and play-based learning

• A warm, caring practitioner who values child-led exploration

What You’ll Get:

• Opportunity to work in a creative and dynamic nursery setting

• Ongoing support from your dedicated Protocol Education consultant

• Access to CPD and training opportunities through Protocol Education

• Competitive rates of pay, paid weekly through PAYE (no hidden umbrella costs)

• Easy commute – located next to Temple Meads Station

If you're ready to inspire the next generation through play, exploration, and creativity, we’d love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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