Nursery Practitioner

South West/ temporary / £13.68 - 16.00 per hour

TeacherActive is delighted to be working in partnership with a number of nurseries across Bristol, supporting them with temporary and permanent recruitment, as well as day-to-day cover for sickness and annual leave. Our partner nurseries care for children aged 5 and under, providing safe, nurturing environments where children are supported to learn, grow, and develop new skills.

TeacherActive is currently recruiting Supply Early Years Practitioners to provide flexible, day-to-day cover across nurseries throughout Bristol. This role is ideal for individuals seeking part-time or flexible work that fits around studies or other commitments, while gaining valuable experience within a range of Early Years settings.

The ideal applicants will hold a Level 3 / T-Level qualification in Childcare & Education (or above) and have previous experience working in an Early Years environment. Successful candidates will be confident working across different nurseries, supporting various age groups and rooms as required.

The successful Early Years Practitioners will:

  • Be able to provide two professional references, including one from an educational setting

  • Be passionate about working with young children

  • Hold an Enhanced DBS or be willing to apply for one

In return, you can expect:

  • A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support a smooth onboarding process

  • Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply)

  • Access to CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progression platform

  • Market-leading rates of pay

  • TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 for referring a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)

All staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring you pay the correct tax and National Insurance, with no hidden admin fees.

If you are interested in this opportunity, click ‘APPLY NOW’ and a member of our team will be in touch.

Email: [email protected]
Contact Number: 0117 223 2200

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.