Job Title: Nursery Practitioner
Location: Manchester
Start Date: Ongoing opportunities
Role Overview
TeacherActive is currently working with a number of nurseries across Manchester who are looking to recruit enthusiastic and reliable Nursery Practitioners to support their early years teams.
This role is ideal for individuals who have at least 3 months experience working in a nursery setting and are passionate about supporting young children during the early stages of their development. Successful candidates will help create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn through play and exploration.
If you hold a Level 2 or 3 Childcare or Early Years qualification, this is desirable, though not essential.
To learn more about working in a nursery environment, this resource may be helpful:
Your Role as a Nursery Practitioner - Top Tips for Working in a Nursery
Key Responsibilities
Support the delivery of engaging early years activities and play-based learning
Help create a safe, welcoming and stimulating nursery environment
Support children’s social, emotional and physical development
Assist with daily routines including play, learning activities and mealtimes
Work collaboratively with nursery staff to ensure high standards of care and learning
Observe and support children’s development in line with early years frameworks
Resource on learning through play in early years:
Learning Through Play: Exploring Educational Play in Nursery
Requirements
Minimum 3 months experience working in a nursery
A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach to working with young children
Good communication and teamwork skills
Willingness to travel to different nursery settings across Manchester
Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities within early years settings
Safeguarding guidance resource:
What is Safeguarding? - Safeguarding in Schools #1
Desirable (but not essential)
Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare or Early Years qualification
Experience working with EYFS frameworks
Confidence supporting children with varying developmental needs
Resource on the Early Years framework:
Nursery & EYFS Advice - Part 1 - The Early Years Foundation Stage Framework Explained
What We Offer
Opportunities to work in a range of nurseries across Manchester
Flexible and long-term opportunities available
Supportive and welcoming nursery environments
Opportunities to gain further experience in early years education
Apply today by contacting Megan on (phone number removed) or emailing
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