Qualified Nursery Practitioner

TeacherActive; Stratford St Mary; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Qualified Nursery Practitioner for a full-time position in Colchester. The role involves working across all nursery rooms and supporting children's individual development in a nurturing environment. Candidates should have Level 2 and 3 Childcare qualifications, strong childcare knowledge, and flexibility. The nursery promotes a play-based learning approach with strong team support and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Free parking available on-site

Opportunities for progression

Supportive leadership

Qualifications

• Qualified Nursery Practitioner with a passion for child development.
• Ability to work across all rooms in the nursery.
• Willingness to grow within the role and take on responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide a nurturing environment for children.
• Support individual development through play-based learning.
• Collaborate with a close-knit team of practitioners.

Skills

Strong childcare knowledge

Flexibility

Confidence

Education

Level 2 Childcare qualification

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

Overview

Qualified Nursery Practitioner - Colchester
Full-Time | Level 2 & Level 3 Childcare Practitioners
Pay: From £13.69 per hour (dependent on qualifications and experience)

TeacherActive are proud to be working with a welcoming and well-established nursery based in the Colchester area. This setting is home to an experienced and supportive team, offering a nurturing environment where both children and practitioners thrive. There is excellent room for progression, and the nursery values staff who are passionate, dedicated, and eager to grow within their careers.

This position is full-time and offers guaranteed weekly work through TeacherActive, one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies. The successful candidate will work across all rooms in the nursery, so confidence, flexibility, and strong childcare knowledge are essential.

Although this is an immediate start, candidates with notice periods are still encouraged to apply — interviews can be arranged in advance with the nursery.

The nursery itself provides a warm, child-centred environment with a strong focus on play-based learning, outdoor exploration, and supporting every child\'s individual development. Staff enjoy supportive leadership, opportunities for progression, and a close-knit, experienced team.

There is free parking available on-site.