Location: Durham
Start Date: Immediate Start
Pay: £14–£15 per hour
Looking for your next exciting opportunity in Early Years?
TeacherActive is recruiting a passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to work with a welcoming private day nursery in Durham.
We're looking for someone who brings energy, creativity and a genuinely caring approach to their work. You'll have the opportunity to make every day different for the children you support – whether that's through messy play, stories, creative activities, sensory exploration or simply helping a little one master something new.
You'll work alongside a supportive nursery team to create exciting learning opportunities while helping children feel happy, confident and secure.
This is a fantastic opportunity to use your Early Years experience in a setting where you can make a positive impact every day.
This is a long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent for the right Early Years Practitioner.
What will you be doing?
You’ll work closely with an experienced nursery team to create a safe, happy and stimulating environment where children can learn, explore and thrive.
You’ll help plan and deliver engaging activities, encourage communication and language development, support growing independence and celebrate children's achievements along the way.
You’ll support children at different stages of their Early Years journey and work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure their individual needs are met.
What are we looking for?
A Level 3 Childcare qualification or equivalent
Previous experience working with young children in an Early Years setting
A genuine passion for helping children learn, develop and have fun
A warm, caring and positive personality
Plenty of enthusiasm, creativity and energy
A flexible, proactive and ‘can-do’ attitude
The ability to work confidently as part of a team
What’s in it for you?
£14–£15 per hour
Opportunity to secure a long-term role with permanent potential
A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7
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*
Ongoing support throughout your placement
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, meaning the correct Tax and National Insurance contributions are taken without unnecessary administration charges coming out of your hard-earned pay.
Ready for your next Early Years adventure?
If you’re passionate about Early Years and want a role where you can make a difference every single day, click ‘APPLY NOW’ today.
We’d love to hear from you!
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Terms and Conditions apply.
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
£14.00 - £15.00 per hour