Nursery Practitioner

Smile Education; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

£100 joining bonus

£200 referral bonus

Dedicated consultant support

Competitive daily pay

Job summary

Smile Education is seeking a Nursery Practitioner in Grimsby to join a warm primary education setting with nursery provision. You will create a caring, engaging environment where young children can grow, learn through play, and receive strong support from a dedicated team.

The ideal candidate holds a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification and has recent UK nursery experience. You will work full-time in a long-term role, with safeguarding and EYFS compliance at the core of daily practice.

Qualifications

• A recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification, or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Recent UK nursery or early years experience would be beneficial.
• Understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and support fun, engaging activities that promote early learning and development.
• Encourage curiosity, imagination and confidence through play-based experiences.
• Support language development, communication, physical skills and emotional wellbeing.
• Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming nursery environment.
• Monitor progress and contribute to observations and learning records.
• Assist with personal care, hygiene and daily nursery routines.
• Promote positive behaviour and respectful interactions.
• Collaborate with teachers and other early years professionals.
• Communicate with families to support children's development.
• Follow safeguarding policies to ensure children's safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Proactive attitude

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Location: Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
Start Date: November 2026
Hours: Full-Time, Long-Term Opportunity
Pay: £95–£110 per day, depending on experience and qualifications

Help Young Children Take Their First Steps in Learning

Smile Education is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join a supportive primary education setting with nursery provision in Grimsby.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified early years professional who is passionate about helping young children develop essential skills, explore their interests and build a strong foundation for future learning.

You will play an important role in creating a warm, engaging and secure environment where children feel confident, supported and encouraged to reach their full potential. If you enjoy bringing learning to life through play and building positive relationships with young children, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

Key Responsibilities

As a Nursery Practitioner, your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and supporting fun, engaging activities that promote early learning and development.
• Encouraging children's curiosity, imagination and confidence through play-based experiences.
• Supporting language development, communication, physical skills and emotional wellbeing.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming nursery environment.
• Monitoring children's progress and contributing to observations and learning records.
• Assisting with personal care, hygiene and everyday nursery routines.
• Promoting positive behaviour, independence and respectful interactions.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and other early years professionals.
• Communicating positively with families to support children's development.
• Following safeguarding policies and ensuring children's safety and welfare remain a priority.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is caring, dependable and committed to delivering high-quality early years support.

You should have:

• A recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification, or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Recent experience working in a nursery or early years setting.
• A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Knowledge of children's development and age-appropriate learning activities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A patient, compassionate and encouraging approach.
• The ability to adapt activities to meet children's individual needs.
• A proactive attitude and a genuine passion for early childhood education.

Please note: Applicants must have the relevant qualifications and experience required for the position.

About the Setting and Location

This opportunity is based in a welcoming primary education environment with nursery provision in Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire.

The setting aims to give children a positive start to their educational journey through supportive relationships, purposeful play and opportunities to develop essential social, emotional and communication skills.

The location may be convenient for candidates travelling from Grimsby, Cleethorpes, Immingham, Humberston, Waltham and nearby communities.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must have:

• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification, or equivalent.
• Recent UK nursery or early years experience.
• An understanding of the EYFS framework.
• The right to work in the UK.
• An Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one through Smile Education.
• Satisfactory employment and/or education references covering the relevant period, including professional references relating to work with children.

Please note: Smile Education is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Registration and Compliance

Safeguarding is central to everything we do at Smile Education. Before starting work, successful candidates must complete our registration and compliance process.

This includes identity verification, right-to-work checks, qualification checks, enhanced DBS checks and professional references. Our team will guide you through the process and explain any outstanding requirements.

Why Work with Smile Education?

• Competitive daily pay of £95–£110, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Full-time, long-term opportunities within early years education.
• A £100 joining bonus after completing your first 10 days of work.
• A £200 referral bonus when you recommend a friend or colleague who completes the qualifying period.
• Weekly pay.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience across local education settings.
• The chance to make a lasting difference during children's formative years.

Joining and referral bonuses are subject to applicable qualifying terms and conditions.

Our Safeguarding Commitment

Smile Education and our partner settings are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must share this commitment.

Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, identity and qualification verification, right-to-work checks, employment and reference checks, and online searches for shortlisted candidates in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.