Nursery Practitioners - Sheffield

TeacherActive; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A childcare agency is looking for qualified Nursery Practitioners in Sheffield. The role offers flexible agency work with immediate starts. Candidates should have a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare and a passion for nurturing children's development. The agency offers competitive pay, free CPD courses, and a supportive team environment. Apply today to join a team dedicated to creating inspiring environments for children.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Competitive pay rates

Access to free CPD courses

Supportive team of consultants

Referral scheme

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous nursery or childcare experience is preferred.
• Genuine passion for supporting children's early development.
• Seeking flexibility and work/life balance.

Responsibilities

• Create safe and stimulating environments for children.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to children's needs.
• Observe and record children's progress while supporting communication.

Skills

Passion for supporting children's early development

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 or 3 qualification 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 (url removed) or call (phone number removed) 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.