Job Description
We’re Hiring: Nursery Practitioner
Location: Hertford
Position: Full-Time | Level 3 Qualified
Salary: £24,000 – £25,000 per year
Are you passionate about giving children the best start in life?
Do you thrive in a warm, supportive, and fun early years environment?
We are looking for a dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly team, working under the guidance of the Manager to provide high-quality care and education for young children. If you’re enthusiastic, caring, and ready to make a difference each day, we’d love to hear from you!
What You’ll Do
As a valued member of our nursery team, you will:
* Support the planning and delivery of engaging activities following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
* Build strong relationships with children and families as a key person
* Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment
* Deliver meaningful learning and play experiences
* Work closely with parents/carers to support every child’s development
* Maintain high standards of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professionalism
* Attend team meetings, training, and contribute to the continuous improvement of the setting
* Help ensure we achieve and maintain a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating
What We’re Looking For
To thrive in this role, you will need:
* A Level 3 qualification in Early Years or equivalent
* Experience working with children aged 0–5
* Strong knowledge of child development and play-based learning
* Good understanding of EYFS, safeguarding, and child protection
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills
* A positive, flexible, and friendly approach
* A commitment to equal opportunities and promoting a safe, inclusive environment
* Willingness to learn, grow, and undertake ongoing training
Benefits:
* 24/7 access to a personal consultant who is an expert in Education recruitment
* Access to a huge range of teaching opportunities
* Competitive pay rates
* Support with payroll and timesheets
* Access to CPD courses
* Professional indemnity insurance, life/critical illness cover, personal accident cover, and a 24-hour legal and counselling helpline
If you are interested in discussing this Teaching role in further detail, please “APPLY NOW” to be contacted for a confidential conversation!