Nursery Practitioners

Step Teachers; Dereham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

PAYE weekly pay

Exclusive perks – discounts

Well-being support

Job summary

Step Teachers is recruiting for Nursery Practitioners to support early years settings in and around Dereham. These flexible opportunities suit practitioners who want variety and to make a positive impact across nurseries.

You will assist with planning, care and wellbeing of children aged 0–5, ensuring safe, nurturing, and engaging environments where children can learn through play and exploration. Experience in nursery settings and a solid EYFS understanding are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursery or early years setting
• Understanding of the EYFS framework and child development
• Caring, patient and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and colleagues
• Adaptable across different settings and routines
• Professional, reliable and enthusiastic
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivery of age-appropriate activities in line with EYFS
• Assist with care, supervision and well-being of children aged 0–5
• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment
• Support children’s social, emotional, physical and early learning development
• Contribute to observations and learning records
• Support personal care routines when appropriate
• Work collaboratively with early years practitioners and nursery staff
• Uphold safeguarding procedures and promote welfare of children

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Nursery experience

Caring, patient

Strong communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Nursery Practitioner – Flexible short-term and long-term opportunities available immediately

These flexible opportunities are ideal for Nursery Practitioners who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different early years settings. You will be supporting young children in Dereham and the surrounding areas, helping to create safe, nurturing, and engaging environments where children can learn, play, and develop confidently.

Duties as Nursery Practitioner:

• Support the planning and delivery of age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS framework


• Assist with the care, supervision, and well-being of children aged 0–5


• Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment


• Support children’s social, emotional, physical, and early learning development


• Contribute to observations and learning records when required


• Support children with personal care routines where appropriate


• Work collaboratively with early years practitioners and nursery staff


• Uphold safeguarding procedures and promote children’s welfare at all times

Ideal Nursery Practitioner:

• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting


• Understanding of the EYFS framework and early child development


• Caring, patient, and nurturing approach


• Strong communication and teamwork skills


• Ability to build positive relationships with children and colleagues


• Adaptable across different settings and routines


• Professional, reliable, and enthusiastic


• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Stand Out with Step Teachers

At Step Teachers, we’re proud to be the only education recruitment agency in Norfolk offering Step On training, part of the County’s respected Norfolk Steps behaviour management programme to all teachers and support staff who register with us.

What is Step On?

Step On is an evidence-based training programme developed by Norfolk County Council, supporting schools for over 15 years. It helps educators and support staff create calm, inclusive, and consistent learning environments where every child can thrive.

Why Step Teachers?

We don’t just help you find work; we invest in your professional development. Through our partnership with Norfolk Steps, we equip teachers and support staff with skills recognised across Norfolk’s schools, helping you make a meaningful impact from day one.

Step Teachers is an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, a proud REC member, and REC Audited in Education - meeting the highest standards in safeguarding and compliance.All candidates undergo thorough checks aligned with the DfE’s Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, including references and Enhanced DBS verification via the Update Service or new application.

Benefits for Teachers and Support Staff in Norfolk

• A competitive salary – depending on experience


• PAYE weekly pay – no umbrella or self-employed setups


• Exclusive perks – retail discounts, travel offers, gym memberships


• Well-being support – access to emotional and physical wellness services via our pay portal