Nursery Practitioner (Maternity Cover)

ABC Teachers; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Nursery Practitioner for maternity cover starting in October. The role involves delivering high-quality care and education to children, planning engaging activities, and supporting their development. Applicants should have a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years Education and a passion for working with children. Excellent pay rates and ongoing support are offered.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates paid weekly

Guaranteed pay scheme

Free training for professional development

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting.
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging and age-appropriate activities.
• Support children's personal, social, and emotional development.
• Maintain a safe and positive environment for the children.
• Build strong relationships with parents and guardians.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Caring and approachable nature

Passion for working with children

Education

Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

Nursery Practitioner (Maternity Cover)

Location: Dudley

Contract: Maternity Cover (Starting in October)

Hours: Full-time 09:00

Salary: £13.68 - £14.00 per hour

About the nursery

ABC Teachers are partnering with a welcoming private day nursery that provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children from babies to pre-school. They are centered around fostering the development, well-being, and happiness of every child, while creating a supportive and teamworking environment for its staff members.

The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Nursery Practitioner to join us here at ABC to support on a maternity cover basis at our partnered nursery, starting in October. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality care and education to the nursery’s children, working alongside their experienced team to ensure that each child receives the best possible start in life.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging and age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS curriculum.
• Support children’s personal, social, and emotional development.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and positive environment for the children.
• Build strong relationships with parents and guardians, providing updates on their child’s progress.
• Collaborate with other staff members to ensure the smooth running of the nursery.
• Adhere to all nursery policies and safeguarding guidelines.
• Supporting with toileting is essential in this setting.

About You

• A Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years Education (or equivalent).
• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting.
• A passion for working with children and a commitment to their development.
• Strong communication skills and a caring, approachable nature.
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures.

About ABC Teachers

ABC Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

ABC Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What ABC Teachers offer

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to ensure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• Free training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

How to apply

If you are a nursery practitioner who can enthuse, motivate and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across ABC Teachers, please contact our Primary team on (phone number removed).

Due to the coronavirus pandemic and to ensure we are fully compliant with Government guidance relating to social distancing, interviews with shortlisted candidates will take place by video call.