Nursery Practitioners

Step Teachers; West Boldon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive benefits

Weekly PAYE payroll

Ongoing development

Job summary

Step Teachers is seeking a Nursery Practitioner to provide flexible short-term and long-term cover across Witney and surrounding areas. You will support children aged 0–5, helping them learn through play in nurturing, EYFS-aligned settings.

Ideal candidates will have nursery or early years experience, understand EYFS, and build positive, caring relationships. Strong teamwork and communication are essential, with safeguarding commitments and willingness to undertake relevant training.

Qualifications

• Experience with young children in nursery or early years settings.
• Understanding of the EYFS framework and early childhood development.
• Ability to build positive, nurturing relationships with children.
• Willingness to undertake relevant early years training and continuous development.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivery of stimulating, age-appropriate activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Assist with the care, supervision, and well-being of children aged 0–5.
• Help create safe, inclusive, and developmentally rich environments.
• Encourage children’s social, emotional, and physical development.
• Contribute to observations and maintain learning records when required.
• Support children with personal care needs as appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with early years staff and contribute to daily routines during longer term placements.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

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 environments. You will be supporting children in Witney and the surrounding areas, helping them learn, play, and develop within nurturing and engaging settings.

Duties as Nursery Practitioner:

• Support the planning and delivery of stimulating, age-appropriate activities aligned with the EYFS framework
• Assist with the care, supervision, and well-being of children aged 0–5
• Help create safe, inclusive, and developmentally rich environments
• Encourage children’s social, emotional, and physical development
• Contribute to observations and maintain learning records when required
• Support children with personal care needs as appropriate
• Work collaboratively with early years staff and contribute to daily routines during longer term placements

Ideal Nursery Practitioner:

• Experience working with young children in nursery or early years settings
• Understanding of the EYFS framework and early childhood development
• Ability to build positive, nurturing relationships with children
• Creative, patient, and enthusiastic approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Adaptable across different routines, age groups, and environments
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Willingness to undertake relevant early years training and continuous development

Your salary – dependent on experience – is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies.

• Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more.
• Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.