£14.25–£16.00 per hour | Flexible Shifts | Immediate Start
Can you build a masterpiece out of LEGO, settle a teddy bear emergency and still have time for a singalong?
Are you the kind of person who celebrates the little victories, from first words to big brave steps?
Do you hold a Level 2, Level 3 childcare qualification or QTS and fancy a little more flexibility in your working week?
If this sounds like YOU, TeacherActive would love to hear from you!
TeacherActive is on the lookout for enthusiastic, caring and reliable Nursery Practitioners to support our fantastic nurseries and Early Years settings across Plymouth and the surrounding areas.
Whether you're looking for a couple of days a week, regular shifts or the freedom to choose when you work, we have opportunities that could be perfect for you!
What will you be doing?
Creating a safe, happy and stimulating environment for children aged 0–5.
Supporting children's learning and development through fun, play-based activities.
Encouraging curiosity, confidence and independence in little learners.
Building positive relationships with children, parents and nursery teams.
Supporting daily routines, including mealtimes, personal care and outdoor play.
Following the EYFS framework and ensuring safeguarding is always a priority.
Bringing creativity, enthusiasm and plenty of positive energy to each day!
What are we looking for?
Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualification, or QTS.
Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting.
A genuine passion for supporting children's development.
A caring, patient and enthusiastic personality.
Confidence working with babies, toddlers and preschool children.
Reliability, flexibility and the ability to adapt to different nursery environments.
A good understanding of safeguarding and the EYFS framework.
What's in it for you?
£14.25–£16.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
Flexible day-to-day work to suit your availability.
Varied shifts between 8:00am and 6:00pm.
Opportunities within welcoming nurseries across Plymouth.
Support from your dedicated TeacherActive consultant.
Opportunities to gain valuable experience across different Early Years settings.
Access to ongoing professional development.
Ready for your next adventure?
Whether you're an experienced Nursery Practitioner or a qualified teacher who loves Early Years, I'd love to hear from you!
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Big smiles, little footsteps and a whole lot of fun – your next nursery adventure could be just around the corner! ✨
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