Nursery Practitioner – Colchester

Location: Colchester, Essex
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience and qualifications
Contract: Full-time and part-time opportunities available

Are you a passionate and dedicated Nursery Practitioner looking for your next opportunity in Colchester?

We are working with a range of welcoming and professional early years settings across Colchester who are looking for enthusiastic Nursery Practitioners to join their teams.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is passionate about supporting children’s development, creating engaging learning experiences and providing high-quality care in line with the EYFS.

The Role

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Provide high-quality care, support and education to children
• Plan and support engaging activities that encourage learning and development
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Support children’s emotional, social and educational development
• Follow the EYFS framework and contribute to children’s learning journeys
• Maintain a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment
• Work effectively as part of a dedicated nursery team
• Promote safeguarding and always prioritise children’s wellbeing

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about working with children
• Caring, enthusiastic and reliable
• Confident working within an early years environment
• A strong communicator and team player
• Creative and proactive when supporting children’s learning
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare

Requirements

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare
• Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting
• Good understanding of the EYFS
• A strong commitment to safeguarding
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• Full-time and part-time opportunities
• Day-to-day, short-term and long-term placements
• Permanent opportunities available
• Opportunities to work with a variety of established early years settings
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• FREE CPD courses and professional development
• PAYE payment structure
• TeacherActive referral scheme

If you are a qualified Nursery Practitioner looking for your next role in Colchester, we would love to hear from you.