Nursery Practitioner

TeacherActive Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Competitive salary

Benefits package

On-site

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd in Gateshead is seeking a Nursery Practitioner to support children aged 0-5 years in a day nursery. You will plan engaging EYFS activities, monitor development, and uphold safeguarding standards while working closely with staff and parents to provide excellent early years care.

The role is permanent, full-time, starting January 2027, with a salary of £25,000–£28,000 per annum and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification required.
• Experience in nursery/early years setting preferred.
• Strong EYFS knowledge and safeguarding awareness.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan engaging EYFS activities.
• Support children's development 0–5 years.
• Maintain high safeguarding standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents to deliver quality care.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Caring and proactive

Education

Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education

Job description

Nursery Practitioner

Are you a Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner looking for an exciting new opportunity in Gateshead?

Do you have a passion for supporting young children through their early years of learning and development?

Would you love to join a welcoming nursery where you can make a real difference and develop your career?

TeacherActive is recruiting for a Nursery Practitioner to join a day nursery in Gateshead, supporting children aged 0-5 years. The setting offers the opportunity to create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where children can learn, explore and develop their confidence.

This is a fantastic permanent opportunity starting in January 2027, offering a salary of £25,000 - £28,000 per annum. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will plan engaging EYFS activities, support children's individual development, maintain high safeguarding standards and work closely with colleagues and parents to provide excellent early years care.

The successful Nursery Practitioner will have:

• A Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education
• Experience working within a nursery or early years setting
• A strong understanding of the EYFS framework and child development
• Good knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A caring, enthusiastic and proactive approach to supporting children aged 0-5

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A permanent position within a day nursery in Gateshead
• A competitive salary of £25,000 - £28,000 per annum
• A great benefits package
• The opportunity to support children's learning and development throughout their early years

EMAIL:

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CONTACT NUMBER: 0191 580 7888

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £25,000 to £30,000 a year

Hours: Full-time

Location: NE40

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 22 Oct 2026

Closing date: 21 Nov 2026

Location: Gateshead

Start Date: January 2027

Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent