Nursery Practitioner

Stafflex; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Stafflex Education is seeking a passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to support early years settings across Huddersfield this Autumn term. You will provide high-quality care and learning for children aged 0-5, working within EYFS frameworks and ensuring a safe, nurturing environment.

The role offers day-to-day flexibility with short- and long-term placements. Candidates must hold Level 3 in Early Years or Childcare and be committed to safeguarding and building strong relationships with

Qualifications

• Essential: Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare.
• Experience in nursery or early years setting.
• Understanding of EYFS framework and child development.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willing to obtain one.
• Satisfactory references and safeguarding checks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care, learning and play for children aged 0-5 years.
• Support development in line with EYFS framework.
• Create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment.
• Support daily routines, including feeding, changing and sleep times.
• Encourage children's language, social, emotional and physical development.
• Work collaboratively with nursery staff to meet each child's needs.
• Build positive relationships with children, colleagues and families.
• Follow nursery policies and maintain safeguarding and child welfare standards.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare

Job description

Passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioner Wanted - Support Early Years Across Huddersfield!

Are you an enthusiastic, caring and dedicated Level 3 Nursery Practitioner who loves helping little learners thrive?

Stafflex Education is looking for passionate and flexible Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioners to join our supply team, supporting a range of welcoming nurseries and early years settings across Huddersfield this Autumn term.

Whether you're looking for day-to-day flexibility, short-term assignments or longer-term placements, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to young children's lives while enjoying flexibility around your own commitments.

About the Role

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Deliver high-quality care, learning and play for children aged 0-5 years


• Support children's development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework


• Create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment that encourages curiosity and creativity


• Support daily routines, including feeding, changing and sleep/nap times


• Encourage children's language, social, emotional and physical development through play and exploration


• Work collaboratively with nursery staff to meet each child's individual needs


• Build positive relationships with children, colleagues and families


• Follow nursery policies and maintain high standards of safeguarding and child welfare at all times

Requirements

• Essential: Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare or an equivalent recognised qualification


• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting


• A good understanding of the EYFS framework and children's development


• A genuine passion for supporting young children's learning and development


• A kind, patient and nurturing approach


• Strong communication and teamwork skills


• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children


• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one


• Satisfactory references and completion of Stafflex's required safeguarding checks

What We Offer

• Competitive pay from £12.71 per hour, depending on age, experience and assignment


• PAYE payments with holiday pay paid separately


• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities


• Day-to-day, short-term and longer-term assignments


• Easy availability management through the Stafflex Hub


• Local opportunities matched to your experience and availability


• Ongoing support from the Stafflex Education team


• Access to training, resources and guidance


• The opportunity to gain experience across a variety of nurseries and early years settings


• Flexibility to fit work around your lifestyle, studies and other commitments

Stafflex Education is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a dedicated Education Recruitment Agency and Business. All candidates will be subject to the necessary safeguarding checks, including Enhanced DBS and reference verification, to help ensure the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.