Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Location: Braintree Start Date: Immediate Start Salary: £13.69–£19.00 per hour Are you a passionate and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner looking to join a welcoming and supportive nursery in Braintree? Are you reliable, caring, and dedicated to providing the very best start in life for young children? Do you have a ‘can-do’ attitude and a genuine love for working in Early Years? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a private day nursery in Braintree in their search for a Nursery Practitioner. This is an exciting opportunity to join a nurturing and forward-thinking setting that focuses on each child’s individual development and wellbeing through creative, play-based learning. The nursery provides a stimulating and engaging environment both indoors and outdoors, encouraging children to explore, discover and develop essential life skills in a safe and supportive setting. The nursery is seeking a Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner, ideally holding a CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education, to join their team on a long-term basis, with the opportunity to go permanent for the right candidate. You will report directly to the Nursery Manager and may work across different age groups, supporting children aged 6 weeks to 4 years. The successful Nursery Practitioner will have: CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education (required) Experience working within a nursery or early years setting Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain one) Full UK driving licence and access to own transport Knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum A positive, ‘can-do’ approach and willingness to get involved A caring, patient and adaptable nature Excellent communication and teamwork skills In return for the above, you can expect to receive: A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through the onboarding process Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply) 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, with no hidden admin fees cutting into your earnings. If you are interested in this position, click ‘APPLY NOW’ and we’ll be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity. Email: Contact Number: (phone number removed) 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