Nursery Practitioner (Term time only)

TeacherActive; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery in Chelmsford is seeking a passionate Nursery Practitioner for a permanent, term-time only role. This position offers the opportunity to work with children across all age groups in a supportive environment. The nursery provides a competitive salary, flexible start dates, and a dedicated team to assist throughout the onboarding process.

Benefits

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD Courses and certificates

Market-leading pay rates

TeacherActive Referral Scheme

PAYE payroll with no admin charges

Qualifications

• Hold a minimum Level 2 or 3 Childcare qualification.
• Have a genuine passion for working with children.
• Demonstrate strong EYFS knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Work across all age groups, building relationships with children and staff.
• Be a positive role model with a nurturing approach.
• Support a healthy work-life balance in a term-time only position.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Positive role model

Strong EYFS knowledge

Education

Level 2 or 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

Nursery Practitioner Chelmsford

Permanent, Term-Time Only, Immediate (or Flexible) Start

Easily Accessible by Public Transport

Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a difference while enjoying the work-life balance of term-time only?
Do you want to be part of a young, dynamic, and passionate team of educators?

TeacherActive is excited to work with a welcoming and forward-thinking nursery based in Chelmsford. This permanent opportunity is ideal for a dedicated Nursery Practitioner. The nursery offers easy access via public transport and provides a vibrant environment to thrive in.

You will have the chance to work across all age groups, gaining valuable experience and building strong relationships with children and staff. This role is perfect for someone eager to grow professionally and be part of a supportive, energetic team.

Responsibilities of the Nursery Practitioner:

• Hold a minimum Level 2 or 3 Childcare qualification
• Have a genuine passion for working with children
• Be a positive role model with a nurturing and enthusiastic approach
• Demonstrate strong EYFS knowledge
• Previous experience in a nursery setting is desirable but not essential

What we offer:

• A permanent, term-time only position supporting a healthy work-life balance
• Opportunity to work across all rooms, gaining broad experience in Early Years
• A supportive team of passionate practitioners
• Convenient location with excellent public transport links
• Flexible start date; immediate starts available

TeacherActive will guide you through a smooth onboarding process, ensuring you're fully prepared before the interview stage.

In return, you will receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to assist you
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply)
• CPD Courses and certificates via the My-Progression channel
• Market-leading pay rates
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme: earn up to GBP 100 for referring a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)
• PAYE payroll, ensuring correct TAX and National Insurance contributions, with no admin charges

If you're interested, click APPLYNOW and I will contact you regarding this exciting opportunity.

We can register you as soon as today so you can start inspiring the next generation!

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID verification, and professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service and offer a wide range of opportunities in schools and educational settings with flexible timings and competitive pay.

Our standards are consistently rated as exceptional through external audits. We are passionate about placing the right staff in the right environments.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business providing temporary or contract staffing services.