Nursery Practitioners

Teacheractive Limited; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare agency in Sheffield is seeking qualified Nursery Practitioners for flexible roles with immediate starts. You will create nurturing environments, plan engaging activities, and support children's development while enjoying the freedom to choose your shifts. Ideal candidates will hold a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare and have a passion for early years education. Competitive pay and supportive consultancy are offered, making this a great opportunity for those looking to balance work and life effectively.

Benefits

Flexible work to suit your lifestyle

Competitive, market-leading rates of pay

Access to free CPD courses

Supportive team of consultants

Referral scheme available

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified to Level 2 or 3 in Childcare, with prior nursery experience.
• Genuine passion for supporting children's early development.
• Looking for flexible work to improve work/life balance.

Responsibilities

• Create safe and stimulating environments for children.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities based on individual needs.
• Observe children's progress and communicate with parents.

Skills

Passion for nurturing children

Experience in nursery or childcare

Ability to plan age-appropriate activities

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare

Job description

Nursery Practitioners – Sheffield

Flexible agency roles with immediate starts available

• Do you have a passion for nurturing children in their early years?
• Are you qualified to Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare, Children’s Learning and Development, or an equivalent field?
• Would you like the freedom to choose the shifts and days that suit you?

If so, TeacherActive would love to hear from you.

Due to an increase in demand, TeacherActive is looking for motivated, Qualified Nursery Practitioners across Sheffield to join our dedicated team supporting various Early Years settings across Sheffield.

We believe early childhood education is the foundation for a lifetime of growth, curiosity, and achievement. This is your chance to make a real difference while enjoying the flexibility of agency work.

What you’ll be doing:

• Creating safe, welcoming, and stimulating environments where children can flourish.
• Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities tailored to individual needs.
• Observing and recording children’s progress, supporting communication with parents and colleagues.
• Building strong relationships with children, families, and nursery teams.
• Ensuring health, safety, and safeguarding standards are consistently met.

What we’re looking for:

• Someone with a Level 2 or 3 (or higher) qualification in Childcare, Children’s Learning and Development, or equivalent, and previous nursery or childcare experience.
• Someone with a genuine passion for supporting children’s early development.
• Someone looking for flexibility and a great work/life balance.

Why join TeacherActive?

• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle.
• Competitive, market-leading rates of pay.
• Access to free CPD courses and certificates through our My-Progression channel.
• A supportive team of consultants guiding you every step of the way.
• PAYE payment structure – no hidden fees or admin costs.
• Referral scheme – earn up to £100 for each friend you recommend (T&Cs apply).
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme available (T&Cs apply).

At TeacherActive, we’re proud to supply passionate, skilled staff who help create inspiring environments where children thrive. If you’re ready to take the next step in your childcare career, we’d love to welcome you to our team.

Apply today by clicking ‘APPLY’ and we’ll be in touch.

Alternatively, email [e-mail] or call 0114 321 0757 to find out more.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

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