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Nursery Practitioner (Contract)

30 September by TeacherActive : South : London & South East : Essex

Job Location:
United Kingdom -England -East of England -Essex -Chelmsford
Salary:
£14.25 - £17/hour

Nursery Practitioner – Chelmsford

TeacherActive are currently recruiting for a Nursery Practitioner to join a friendly and welcoming early years setting in Chelmsford.

This is a great opportunity for a passionate Nursery Practitioner who enjoys working as part of a team and wants to make a positive difference to children’s early years experiences.

The setting provides a caring and stimulating environment where children are encouraged to learn, explore and develop. You will be joining an experienced team and playing an important role in supporting the children throughout their day.

The Nursery Practitioner Role

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will support children with their daily routines, learning and development while helping to create a safe and engaging environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children through play and planned activities
• Helping to provide a safe and nurturing environment
• Supporting children's learning and development
• Building positive relationships with children and colleagues
• Working as part of the wider nursery team
• Supporting daily routines and the individual needs of the children
• Following EYFS guidance and nursery procedures

What we're looking for:

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare
• Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting
• A genuine passion for working with children
• A caring, enthusiastic and positive approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable and committed individuals

The role is available for an immediate start, although candidates currently working a notice period can also be considered.

The application process

If you are interested in the Nursery Practitioner opportunity in Chelmsford, you will first have an interview with me at TeacherActive.

If successful, I will then support you through the next stage of the process with the nursery and guide you through the TeacherActive onboarding process.

In return, you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply)
• CPD courses and certificates through 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)
• All staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring you pay the correct level of Tax and National Insurance, with no hidden admin charges or admin fees

Apply today

If you're a Level 2 or Level 3 Nursery Practitioner looking for your next opportunity in Chelmsford, I'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're available immediately or currently working a notice period, get in touch with your availability and I can discuss the role with you and get you started with the TeacherActive registration process.

Email: kyle.bailey@teacheractive.com

Telephone: 01245 335 533

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