Nursery Practitioner - £14.25ph+ - Flexible Hours Available

TeacherActive; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working opportunities

Market-leading rates of pay from £14.?

PAYE payroll

Referral scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited is seeking enthusiastic Nursery Practitioners to support nurseries in Colchester and surrounding areas. You will join a caring team, help deliver play-based activities and support children's learning in a safe, welcoming environment.

Qualified candidates with Level 2/3 childcare qualifications are encouraged to apply, with DBS checks and flexible working options available. A positive, patient approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in an Early Years or nursery setting preferred.
• Applicants with Level 2/3 childcare qualifications welcomed.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development.
• Plan and deliver play-based activities.
• Create a safe, stimulating nursery environment.
• Assist with daily routines (meals, toileting, rest).
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and staff.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Caring and patient

Reliable

Education

Level 2/3 childcare qualification

Qualified childcare professional

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

Nursery Practitioner Colchester

Pay: From £14.25 per hour
Flexible working opportunities available

Are you a passionate Early Years professional looking for your next opportunity?

TeacherActive is currently recruiting enthusiastic, caring and dedicated Nursery Practitioners to support a range of nursery settings across Colchester and the surrounding areas.

Whether you're an experienced Nursery Practitioner looking for your next challenge or a qualified childcare professional looking for flexible working opportunities, we'd love to hear from you!

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about children's learning and development, understand the importance of early years education and can bring a positive, caring and professional approach into a nursery environment.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We welcome applications from candidates holding relevant Early Years and Childcare qualifications, including:

• Level 2 Diploma for Early Years Practitioners.
• Level 3 Diploma for Early Years Educators.
• CACHE Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualifications.
• NCFE Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualifications.
• Other recognised and relevant Early Years qualifications.

Candidates currently working towards a recognised childcare qualification may also be considered, depending on their experience and the requirements of the setting.

WHAT WILL YOU BE RESPONSIBLE FOR?

• Supporting children's learning, development and everyday activities.
• Planning and delivering engaging play-based activities.
• Creating a safe, stimulating and welcoming environment.
• Supporting children's personal, social and emotional development.
• Assisting with daily routines, including meals, toileting and rest periods.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Following safeguarding procedures and maintaining a high standard of care.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting.
• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualification, or currently working towards one.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's development.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach.
• Reliability, professionalism and a positive attitude.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM TEACHERACTIVE:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you throughout the easy onboarding process.
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply).
• CPD courses and certificates through our My-Progression channel.
• Market-leading rates of pay, starting from £14.25 per hour.
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.
• Day-to-day, short-term and long-term assignments.
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply).
• All staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring you pay the correct level of Tax and National Insurance, with no hidden administration charges or fees.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.