Nursery Practitioner

Empowering Learning; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated early years service in Derby is seeking experienced Nursery Practitioners for flexible roles including full-time, part-time, and day-to-day cover. The role involves delivering high-quality care and education for children aged 0-5 and supporting their development in line with the EYFS 2021 framework. Candidates must hold a relevant early years qualification and have recent experience in a nursery setting. The position offers competitive pay and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible roles to suit availability

Competitive pay reflective of experience

Ongoing professional support and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Recent experience in nursery or early years setting.
• Understanding and implementation of EYFS 2021 framework.
• Knowledge of UK childcare legislation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and education for children aged 0-5.
• Plan activities that meet children's individual needs.
• Monitor and observe children's progress.

Skills

Child development

Communication skills

Flexibility

Proactivity

Education

Relevant early years qualification (Level 2 or Level 3)

Job description

Experienced Nursery Practitioner - Full-Time, Part-Time & Day-to-Day Roles

Location: Derby

Start Date: Immediate

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Are you a dedicated and experienced Nursery Practitioner looking to join a supportive early years team?

We have flexible roles available - full-time, part-time, and day-to-day - across high-quality nurseries in Derby, and we are looking for practitioners with recent experience in early years settings.

✨ About the Role:

• Delivering high-quality care and education for children aged 0-5
• Supporting learning and development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) 2021 framework
• Planning and delivering activities that meet children's individual needs
• Supporting all areas of child development, including communication, physical, personal, social, and emotional skills
• Working in line with current UK childcare legislation, safeguarding, and health & safety requirements
• Monitoring and observing children's progress, maintaining accurate records, and liaising with parents and colleagues

🌈 We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Has recent experience in a nursery or early years setting
• Holds a relevant early years qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 minimum)
• Understands and implements the EYFS 2021 framework and new UK childcare regulations
• Is confident, flexible, and proactive
• Has excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting children's development

🎁 What We Offer:

• Flexible roles to suit your availability: full-time, part-time, or day-to-day cover
• Competitive pay reflective of experience
• Opportunities to work in supportive, high-quality nurseries across Derby
• A chance to make a real difference in children's learning and development
• Ongoing professional support and development opportunities

If you are an experienced nursery practitioner who loves working with children and wants flexible, rewarding roles in Derby, we would love to hear from you!

📩 Apply today or contact us for more information