Qualified Nursery Practictioner


Company:	TeacherActive Ltd
Salary:	£14.25 to £14.75 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	OL8
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	20 Aug 2026
Closing date:	19 Sept 2026

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Summary

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Location: OL8 Rochdale

Start Date: September

Salary: £14.25 - £14.75 per hour

Are you a qualified Level 2 or Level 3 Nursery Practitioner looking for a long-term opportunity?

Do you have a strong understanding of the EYFS and a passion for supporting children’s learning and development?

Are you caring, enthusiastic and committed to creating a nurturing environment where children can explore, learn and flourish independently?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming private day nursery in the Rochdale area. The setting provides bright, engaging learning environments with a strong focus on child-led learning, outdoor exploration and supporting children to develop their confidence, curiosity and independence.

The nursery is looking to take on a Nursery Practitioner on a long-term basis from September. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will plan and deliver activities to support children’s development, work closely with families to share information about progress and wellbeing, adhere to Early Years regulations and work collaboratively with colleagues to provide high-quality care and education.

The successful Nursery Practitioner will have:

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification in line with government guidelines

• Experience working within an Early Years or nursery setting

• A strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage / EYFS

• Knowledge of safeguarding and the responsibilities of an Early Years Practitioner

• Strong communication skills when working with children, families and colleagues

• A caring, enthusiastic and proactive approach

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

• Market leading rates of pay

• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this Nursery Practitioner position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

EMAIL:

meena.ferguson-mir@teacheractive.com

CONTACT NUMBER: 0161 870 3623

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.

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