Nursery Practitioner

SMART Education Recruitment; Sandwell; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Training opportunities

Job summary

SMART Education Recruitment is recruiting for a Nursery Practitioner in Smethwick, West Midlands. Earn £14.24–£14.74 per hour, with weekly pay and an immediate start in a nurturing EYFS setting.

You will support children from 9 months to 5 years, implement EYFS activities, and help monitor progress while ensuring safeguarding and inclusive practice. Full-time, early years environment, with ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare.
• Previous nursery or early years experience.
• Good working knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding best practices.
• Caring, patient, enthusiastic with teamwork and communication skills.
• Experience supporting children with various learning needs.
• DBS check and Ofsted suitability checks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and age-appropriate educational activities.
• Encourage learning through play and support emotional, social, and physical development.
• Create a safe, inclusive environment for children of all backgrounds and abilities.
• Support children with additional or special educational needs.
• Monitor and observe children's progress and contribute to their developmental records.
• Promote positive behaviour, independence, and self-confidence in all children.
• Build strong professional relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies.

Skills

Level 3 qualification

Nursery experience

EYFS knowledge

Teamwork & communication

SEND support

Education

Level 3 Early Years or Childcare

Job description

Are you seeking a rewarding role where you can make a genuine impact on children’s lives? If you are a passionate and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner, this could be the ideal next step in your early years career.

Pay Rate: £14.24 - £14.74 per hour
Location: Smethwick, West Midlands
Start Date: ASAP
Working Days: Monday to Friday
Nursery Opening Hours: 7:00am – 4:00pm

What's in it for you?

• Join a nurturing, supportive nursery environment focused on learning, play, and child development.
• Work with children aged 9 months to 5 years, supporting all abilities, including those with additional needs such as Autism and ADHD.
• Secure a long-term, stable role with weekly pay.
• Benefit from ongoing opportunities for professional development and training.

The Role

You will play a vital part in helping children learn, explore and grow in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Your positive attitude and ability to connect with young children will help them thrive in a setting where their individual needs are valued and supported.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and age-appropriate educational activities.
• Encourage learning through play and support emotional, social, and physical development.
• Create a safe, inclusive environment for children of all backgrounds and abilities.
• Support children with additional or special educational needs.
• Monitor and observe children's progress and contribute to their developmental records.
• Promote positive behaviour, independence, and self-confidence in all children.
• Build strong professional relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, and all nursery policies and procedures.

Skills and Experience

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, full and relevant.
• Previous experience in a nursery or early years environment.
• Good working knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding best practices.
• Caring, patient, and enthusiastic with strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Experience or confidence in supporting children with a range of learning and developmental needs.
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS (or willingness to obtain one) and willingness to complete Ofsted suitability checks.

Desirable

• Paediatric First Aid qualification.
• Experience working with SEND and/or varied age groups (babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers).

Location and Package

Based in Smethwick, within easy commute of Birmingham and West Midlands surrounds.

Full-time hours with an immediate start available.

Hourly pay of £14.24 - £14.74 weekly paid.

All successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding and suitability checks.