Nursery Practitioner

TeacherActive; Spellbrook; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and professional development

Career progression opportunities

Dedicated Consultant

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting for a qualified Nursery Practitioner to join welcoming nurseries in and around Bishop's Stortford. This permanent, full-time role offers opportunities within professional early years settings and development of your career.

You will provide attentive care, support learning through play, follow EYFS, and work with dedicated teams. The role suits passionate practitioners seeking stability and progression.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare or a relevant subject.
• Good understanding of the EYFS.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and children's welfare.
• Warm, caring and enthusiastic personality.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, high-quality care to children.
• Support learning and development through play.
• Create engaging activities suited to children's needs.
• Support physical, social and emotional development.
• Follow EYFS and contribute to learning journeys.
• Maintain a safe, clean, stimulating nursery environment.
• Build strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Support daily routines including meals, personal care and sleep.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Passion for development

Education

Level 2/3 EY/Childcare qualification

Job description

Nursery Practitioner - Bishop's Stortford

Qualified Early Years Practitioner | Permanent & Long-Term Opportunities | Full-Time | Competitive Salary

Are you a passionate Early Years professional looking for your next opportunity in Bishop's Stortford?

TeacherActive is working with a selection of established and welcoming nurseries in and around Bishop's Stortford who are looking for dedicated Nursery Practitioners to join their teams.

These settings are committed to creating positive environments for both children and staff, with a strong focus on children's development, high-quality care and supporting their employees to build rewarding careers within Early Years.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Nursery Practitioner who wants to work within a professional nursery environment and become part of a supportive team. There are opportunities for candidates looking for both immediate work and those seeking a longer-term or permanent position.

The Nursery Practitioner role may include:

• Providing attentive and high-quality care to children
• Supporting children's learning and development through play
• Creating engaging activities appropriate to children's individual needs
• Supporting children's physical, social and emotional development
• Following the EYFS framework and contributing to children's learning journeys
• Maintaining a safe, clean and stimulating nursery environmentBuilding strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Supporting daily routines, including meals, personal care and sleep routines
• Working collaboratively with other Early Years professionals
• Following safeguarding, health and safety and nursery procedures

What we're looking for:

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years, Childcare or a relevant subject
• Previous experience working within a nursery, pre-school or Early Years environment
• Good understanding of the EYFS
• Knowledge of safeguarding and children's welfare
• A warm, caring and enthusiastic personality
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliability and professionalism
• A genuine passion for supporting children's development
• A willingness to continue learning and developing professionally

What you can expect:

• Opportunities with established Early Years settings
• Full-time and longer-term opportunities
• Monday to Friday working patterns
• Competitive rates based on qualifications and experience
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive nursery teams
• Opportunities for career progression
• Potential permanent positions for suitable candidates
• A dedicated TeacherActive consultant throughout the process

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.