Term-Time Playgroup Practitioner - Nurturing Early Years

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Casual dress

Company events

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is recruiting a Part-Time Playgroup Practitioner for term-time, based in Leicester (LE3). The role offers 16–22 hours per week, within a 8:30am–3:00pm window, and£12.71 per hour.

Start date October/November 2026. You will work within a supportive early years team, delivering EYFS-aligned activities and safeguarding children. The ideal candidate has Level 3 in Early Years, at least two years of nursery/ preschool experience, and a nurturing, patient approach.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification required.
• Minimum 2 years’ recent nursery/preschool/playgroup experience.
• Experience with SEN/SEND support advantageous.
• Solid understanding of the EYFS Framework.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities.
• Support children's social, emotional, physical and cognitive development.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Monitor progress and contribute to learning journals.

Skills

Caring

Reliable

Organised

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Years/Childcare Qualification

Job description

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is recruiting a Part-Time Playgroup Practitioner for term-time, based in Leicester (LE3). The role offers 16–22 hours per week, within a 8:30am–3:00pm window, and£12.71 per hour.

Start date October/November 2026. You will work within a supportive early years team, delivering EYFS-aligned activities and safeguarding children. The ideal candidate has Level 3 in Early Years, at least two years of nursery/ preschool experience, and a nurturing, patient approach.