Nursery Practitioner needed in Bedford Nursery Setting!

Aspire People; Bedford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a proactive Nursery Practitioner to join a fantastic team in Bedfordshire. This role supports children from 3 months to 5 years, promoting their development and education. Ideal candidates will be Level 2 or 3 qualified, enthusiastic, and committed to children's welfare.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Nursery/Early Years setting is desirable but not essential.
• Commitment to safeguarding and supporting the welfare of children.
• Willingness to engage in ongoing training and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support young children at the start of their educational journey.
• Provide the best educational foundation possible.

Skills

Proactivity

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner

Job description

Role: Nursery Practitioner
Location: Bedford
Start Date: September 2025
Working Hours: flexible between 8am - 6pm
Salary: dependent on experience and qualification level

Are you an avid minibeast hunter? Do you mind getting mucky from finger painting or exploring sand? Are you an experience imaginary tea-party expert? If so - we have the perfect role for you!

Aspire people is looking for a dedicated and proactive nursery practitioner to join a fantastic team in Bedfordshire. This setting supports children from aged 3 months to 5 years alongside suspected SEND needs.

This is an amazing opportunity to support young children at the start of their educational journey and provide the best educational foundation possible.

About you:
We are looking for candidates who are:
Level 2 or Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner
Proactive, outgoing and able to work flexibly as part of a team
Committed to safeguarding and supporting the welfare of children
Willing to engage in ongoing training and professional development

Experience in a Nursery/ Early Years setting is desirable but not essential - we welcome applications who have recently qualified and are looking for their first placement.

To apply, please submit your CV or contact Charlotte at Aspire People on 01234 394 781
Join us in building something exceptional - a school where every child matters, and every staff member plays a vital role in their journey. This role is subject to satisfactory reference, enhanced DBS check, social media screening, health clearance and a probationary period.

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from working with children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must declare relevant criminal convictions that are not protected under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.