Nursery Practitioner — Flexible Hours, CPD & Growth

Teaching Personnel; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Flexible hours (full-time or part-time

Free CPD and training

Dedicated local consultant

MyTP portal for timesheets

Opportunities for long-term roles

Excellence in Education Awards

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is partnering with a welcoming Dorset nursery to recruit a Nursery Practitioner for September 2026. The role offers both full-time and part-time hours and a supportive, caring team.

You will create a safe, stimulating environment, support children’s learning through play, and build positive relationships with children and families, in line with the EYFS framework. Training and ongoing CPD are provided.

Qualifications

• Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years (desirable but not essential depending on experience).
• Has experience working within a nursery or early years setting.
• Is patient, caring and passionate about supporting children's development.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Brings energy, enthusiasm and a positive attitude to every day.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, caring and stimulating environment where children can thrive.
• Support children's learning and development through play-based activities.
• Encourage communication, creativity and confidence in every child.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Observe, monitor and record children's progress in line with the EYFS Framework.
• Help maintain a fun, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Caring attitude

Positive attitude

Safeguarding

Education

Level 2/3 in Early Years

Job description

Teaching Personnel is partnering with a welcoming Dorset nursery to recruit a Nursery Practitioner for September 2026. The role offers both full-time and part-time hours and a supportive, caring team.

You will create a safe, stimulating environment, support children’s learning through play, and build positive relationships with children and families, in line with the EYFS framework. Training and ongoing CPD are provided.