Qualified Nursery practitioner

TeacherActive Ltd; Coventry, Birmingham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking Qualified Nursery Practitioners for flexible cover in Coventry and surrounding areas. You can choose days and shifts around your lifestyle, with opportunities for day-to-day, short-term and long-term placements.

You will hold a Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare / Early Years and support children aged 0–5, following the EYFS framework and safeguarding policies. If you are caring, adaptable and reliable, this role offers variety across multiple nursery settings with ongoing

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years.
• Experience with children aged 0–5 in nursery or Early Years setting.
• Understanding of EYFS framework and safeguarding.
• Caring, patient and enthusiastic approach.
• Adaptable to different nursery environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment for children.
• Support children's learning through engaging, age-appropriate activities.
• Assist with feeding, changing, toileting and daily care routines.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and nursery staff.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and nursery policies.
• Work collaboratively with nursery teams to ensure high-quality childcare.

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years

Job description

Qualified Nursery Practitioner – Flexible Hours

Job Title: Qualified Nursery Practitioner

Location: Coventry and Surrounding Areas

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: From £14.25 per hour

Contract: Flexible / Part-Time / Full-Time / Day-to-Day Supply

Are you a qualified Nursery Practitioner looking for flexible working hours that fit around your lifestyle?

Do you have a passion for supporting children in their early years and helping them learn, grow and develop?

Are you looking for the freedom to choose when and where you work while gaining experience in a variety of nursery settings?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a range of welcoming and supportive nurseries across Birmingham and the surrounding areas. We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and reliable

Qualified Nursery Practitioners to provide flexible cover, with opportunities for day-to-day, short-term and long-term placements.

Whether you're looking for a few days a week, flexible shifts around family commitments or full-time hours, we have opportunities to suit your availability.

The successful Nursery Practitioner will:

• Hold a
• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Have experience working with children aged 0–5 years in a nursery or Early Years setting.
• Have a good understanding of the
• EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures.
• Be confident supporting children's learning, development and daily routines.
• Have a caring, patient and enthusiastic approach.
• Be adaptable and comfortable working across different nursery environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment for children.
• Support children's learning through engaging, age-appropriate activities.
• Assist with feeding, changing, toileting and daily care routines.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and nursery staff.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and nursery policies.
• Work collaboratively with nursery teams to ensure high-quality childcare.

What We Offer

• Flexible working hours – choose the days and shifts that suit you.
• Opportunities for full-time, part-time and ad hoc work.
• Competitive hourly rates.
• Access to a variety of welcoming nursery settings.
• A dedicated recruitment consultant offering ongoing support.
• Opportunities to develop your experience and secure long-term placements.

Why Work with TeacherActive?

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

We pride ourselves on providing excellent service, offering competitive rates of pay and supporting our candidates throughout their placements.

About TeacherActive

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

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

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