Qualified Nursery Practitioner – Colchester

Location: Colchester, Essex
Salary: £26,000 - £35,000 per annum
Job Type: Full Time / Flexible Opportunities Available
Working Hours: 5 days per week between 8:00am – 6:00pm (flexible shift patterns)

TeacherActive are currently working with a number of fantastic nurseries across Colchester who are looking to recruit enthusiastic and qualified Nursery Practitioners to join their growing teams.

As an Early Years Consultant at TeacherActive, I work closely with nurseries across Essex to provide passionate and reliable qualified staff members to support their settings. This is an excellent opportunity for childcare professionals looking to work within supportive nursery environments that offer ongoing training and clear career progression opportunities.

The successful candidate will be creative, trustworthy, energetic, and able to work effectively as part of a team to provide high-quality early years education and care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting children’s learning and development through engaging play and activities
• Creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children
• Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Following safeguarding and welfare procedures at all times
• Observing, monitoring, and recording children’s progress
• Assisting with daily nursery routines and maintaining high standards of care
• Working collaboratively with the nursery team to support children’s individual needs
• Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging independence

Requirements:

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education
• Accepted qualifications include:

• NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
• NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)
• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development
• BTEC National Diploma in Children’s Care, Learning and Development
• Early Years Educator Qualification
  • Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • A genuine passion for supporting children’s development
  • Knowledge of the EYFS Framework and safeguarding procedures

What the Nurseries Offer:

• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear progression opportunities within the nursery
• Supportive and welcoming team environments
• Flexible shift patterns
• Accessible parking available for staff

As an education recruitment agency, TeacherActive will support you through a straightforward interview and onboarding process, arranging interviews directly with our nursery clients.

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

To apply or find out more information, please contact:

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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.