Nursery Practitioner

Teaching Personnel; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training & development

Supportive team

Career progression

Meaningful impact

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Liverpool is recruiting a Nursery Practitioner for a welcoming nursery in Wavertree (L15). You will support children aged 6 months to 5 years, helping with daily care, play and learning activities in a warm, nurturing environment.

The role requires a Level 3 Childcare qualification, good EYFS knowledge, and strong communication skills. The position is full-time, 8:00am to 4:00pm, with ongoing training and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• A minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or equivalent).
• Previous nursery or early years experience is desirable.
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework and its practical application.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Genuine passion for supporting young children's learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework.
• Observe, assess and record children's progress and milestones.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and carers.
• Promote a safe, secure and hygienic learning environment.
• Support children's emotional wellbeing, confidence and social development.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create a stimulating nursery environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Passion for child development

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Nursery Practitioner - Wavertree (L15)

Are you passionate about supporting young children to learn, develop and thrive? Do you have a caring, nurturing approach and a genuine enthusiasm for Early Years education? If so, we have an excellent opportunity to join a welcoming nursery in Wavertree (L15) as a Nursery Practitioner.

About the Nursery

Our well-established nursery is dedicated to providing a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment where children can flourish. We care for children aged 6 months to 5 years, delivering high-quality early years education and childcare that supports every child to reach their full potential.

The Role

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing. Working alongside an experienced and supportive team, you will help create engaging learning experiences, encourage children's independence, and ensure their daily care needs are met in a warm and nurturing setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Observe, assess and record children's progress and developmental milestones.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and carers, maintaining effective communication at all times.
• Promote and maintain a safe, secure and hygienic learning environment.
• Support children's emotional wellbeing, confidence and social development.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to create an inspiring and stimulating nursery environment.

Requirements

• A minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or equivalent).
• Previous experience within a nursery or early years setting is desirable.
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework and its practical application.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting young children's learning and development.

Working Hours

• Full-time position
• Monday to Friday
• 8:00am to 4:00pm

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of £15.00 per hour.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for career progression within the nursery.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children every day.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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