TeacherActive is working with welcoming nurseries across Sheffield that are looking for enthusiastic and caring Nursery Practitioners to join their teams. Whether you're seeking flexible day-to-day work or a long-term position, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
As a Nursery Practitioner, you'll play a key role in supporting children's learning, development, and well-being. You'll help create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children can learn through play and develop essential early years skills.
Responsibilities
Support children's learning in line with the EYFS Framework
Plan and deliver engaging play-based activities
Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
Observe and record children's progress and development
Promote children's social, emotional, and physical development
Ensure the nursery environment is safe, clean, and welcoming
Follow safeguarding and health and safety procedures at all times
What We're Looking For
Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)
Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting
A good understanding of the EYFS Framework
A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
What We Offer
Competitive rates of pay
Flexible day-to-day and long-term opportunities
A dedicated education consultant
Access to CPD and training opportunities
A simple and supportive registration process
If you're passionate about giving children the best start in life and want to work in supportive nursery settings across Sheffield, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with TeacherActive and take the next step in your early years career.
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment
Salary description
£14.25 - £16.00 per hour