Nursery Practitioners Needed

TeacherActive Limited.; London Borough of Croydon; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£14–£15 per hour (Level 2/3)

Dedicated consultant 24/7

Onboarding & CPD via My-Progression

Referral scheme £100

PAYE payroll with NI/tax deductions

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a Nursery Practitioner for a private day nursery in Ilford, East London. The role focuses on supporting children's development through play and a safe, inclusive environment.

A Level 2/3 in Childcare or EYFS, and a PFA certificate are required, with a chance for permanent employment for the right candidate. You will work with experienced practitioners, delivering activities and routines across nursery rooms, and be paid £14–£15 per hour with a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years.
• Paediatric First Aid (PFA) certificate.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Caring, patient and enthusiastic approach.
• Flexibility to support children across different nursery rooms.

Responsibilities

• Support children with daily routines.
• Deliver engaging activities.
• Contribute to learning and development in line with EYFS.

Skills

Paediatric First Aid

EYFS knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Caring attitude

Education

Level 2/3 Childcare or Early Years

Job description

Are you a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner looking for your next opportunity in Ilford?

Do you enjoy supporting children's early development and creating a positive environment where every child can learn through play?

Are you a team player with a can-do attitude and a passion for early years education?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a private day nursery in Ilford, East London, who are looking to recruit a dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join their team on a long-term basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a nursery that values children's individual needs, encourages learning through play and promotes a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment.

The nursery is seeking a qualified Level 2 or Level 3 Nursery Practitioner who can support children with their daily routines, deliver engaging activities and contribute to their learning and development in line with the EYFS framework.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced practitioners and build on their early years experience, with the possibility of a permanent position for the right person.

The successful Nursery Practitioner must have:

• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years.
• A valid Paediatric First Aid (PFA) certificate.
• A good understanding of the EYFS curriculum.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach.
• The flexibility to support children across different nursery rooms when required.

In return, you can expect to receive:

• £14 per hour for Level 2 qualified practitioners.
• £15 per hour for Level 3 qualified practitioners.
• A dedicated consultant available 24/7.
• A simple and supportive onboarding process.
• Access to CPD courses and certificates through My-Progression.
• TeacherActive's referral scheme, offering up to £100 when you refer a friend (terms and conditions apply).
• All staff are paid through PAYE, ensuring the correct tax and National Insurance deductions, with no agency admin charges deducted from your pay.

TeacherActive is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.