Qualified Nursery Practitioner

Job Title: Qualified Nursery Practitioner
Location: Manchester
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £14.25 - £16.25 per hour
Job Type: Temporary

Are you a qualified Nursery Practitioner who is passionate about giving children the very best start in life?

Can you create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where children thrive through learning, play and exploration?

Do you have a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification and enjoy building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a number of welcoming private day nurseries across Manchester. These well-established settings are dedicated to providing outstanding Early Years education through creative, play-based learning, ensuring every child feels safe, supported and inspired to grow in confidence while reaching key developmental milestones.

The nurseries are looking to appoint enthusiastic Qualified Nursery Practitioners on a temporary basis, with opportunities for long-term placements for the right candidate. You will predominantly be working within private day nurseries, supporting children aged 6 months to 5 years as they learn, play and develop. As a Qualified Nursery Practitioner, you will deliver engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework, encourage children's social, emotional and educational development, and act as a caring, positive role model. You'll have a genuine understanding of how young children learn, be confident supporting positive behaviour, and create an environment where every child feels valued, encouraged and excited to explore. Experience supporting children with SEND is desirable but not essential.

The successful Qualified Nursery Practitioner will have:

• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare
• A minimum of 6 months' experience working within a nursery or childcare setting
• A good understanding of the EYFS framework and the importance of learning through play
• A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach with a genuine passion for supporting children's development
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Experience supporting children with SEND is desirable but not essential

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy on boarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

EMAIL: [email protected]

CONTACT NUMBER: 0161 870 3623

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.

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.