Nursery Practitioner

Monarch Education; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment provider in Cheltenham is seeking a Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner to deliver high-quality care and education for children aged 0-5. The candidate will plan engaging activities according to the EYFS framework and work collaboratively with a supportive team. This full-time role offers a nurturing environment for personal development and career growth, with pay ranging from £88.92 to £120 per day based on experience.

Benefits

Free safeguarding training

Refer a friend scheme – £200 bonus

Opportunity to enhance CPD portfolio

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification (or equivalent) is essential.
• Previous experience in an early years setting.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality care and learning opportunities for children aged 0-5.
• Plan and implement engaging activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

Skills

Experience in early years setting

Understanding of EYFS framework

Proactive and caring approach

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner - Cheltenham

Start Date: 5th January
Pay: £88.92 - £120 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time / Long-term
Location: Cheltenham

Monarch Education is seeking a Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner to join a warm, supportive nursery setting in the Cheltenham area. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and caring practitioner who is passionate about early years education and supporting children’s development in a nurturing environment.

Role Responsibilities:

• Deliver high quality care and learning opportunities for children aged 0-5
• Plan and implement engaging activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Work collaboratively with a friendly and experienced team
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Maintain a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment
• Observe, assess, and record children’s progress

Requirements:

• Level 3 childcare qualification (or equivalent) - essential
• Previous experience working in an early years setting
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
• A proactive, reliable, and caring approach
• Valid childcare references
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Benefits of Working with Monarch Education:

• Leading provider, Crown Commercial Service Approved
• Opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy
• Free safeguarding training
• Refer a friend scheme – £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals)
• Online portal to manage your pay and timesheets

To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide, please visit our About Us page at monarcheducation.co.uk.

Important Information:

• All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.
• Equal Opportunities – Monarch
• Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, successful applicants’ applications will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check, and a right to work in the UK check.
• This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operates in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.