Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or Level 3) - Part-Time

Protocol Education Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 5,500 - 9,600; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Flexible part-time work

Dedicated consultant support

Free CPD and training

Long-term and permanent possibilities

Wide nursery network access

Online timesheet system

Refer-a-friend bonus

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd. is seeking enthusiastic Level 2 or Level 3 Nursery Practitioners for part-time roles across Chelmsford's private nurseries. You will support learning through play, help with daily routines, and contribute to a safe, inclusive environment for young children.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, teamwork, and building strong relationships with families and colleagues. Competitive weekly pay and flexible hours accompany dedicated consultant support and CPD options.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years.
• Experience in nursery or early years setting.
• Caring, patient and enthusiastic approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development through play-based activities.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Assist with daily routines, observations, and progress records.
• Promote children's welfare and emotional well-being.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years

Job description

Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or Level 3) - Part-Time

Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Hours: Part-Time
Pay: Competitive rates, depending on experience and qualifications

Nursery Practitioner Required

Protocol Education is currently seeking enthusiastic and nurturing Level 2 or Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to work on a part-time basis within a number of lovely private nurseries across Chelmsford.

This is a fantastic opportunity for childcare professionals who are passionate about supporting young children's development in a caring, engaging, and stimulating environment.

The Role

• Supporting children's learning and development through play-based activities.
• Creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Assisting with daily routines, observations, and progress records.
• Promoting children's welfare and emotional well-being.

Requirements

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years.
• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting.
• A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Benefits of Working with Protocol Education

• Competitive weekly pay
• Flexible part-time work to fit around your schedule
• Dedicated consultant support
• FREE CPD and training opportunities
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
• Access to a wide network of nurseries and schools
• Easy-to-use online timesheet system
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme

If you're a dedicated Level 2 or Level 3 Nursery Practitioner looking for flexible part-time work in Chelmsford's wonderful private nurseries, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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