Nursery Teacher
| Company: | TeacherActive Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.25 to £16 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | TQ12 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 26 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 25 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Nursery Practitioner – Level 2 & Level 3
Location: Torquay, Devon
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £14.25 – £16.00 per hour
Contract: Flexible / Day-to-Day / Short-Term / Long-Term
Are you a passionate Nursery Practitioner who loves making a difference in children's early development?
Do you enjoy creating fun, engaging activities that encourage little learners to explore and grow?
Are you a reliable and adaptable practitioner who can travel to different nursery settings across Torquay and surrounding areas?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a range of welcoming nurseries and Early Years settings across
Torquay and the surrounding areas. We are looking for enthusiastic and caring
Level 2 and Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioners to join our growing team, with opportunities available for an
immediate start.
Whether you're looking for flexible shifts around your lifestyle or more consistent, long-term opportunities, we would love to hear from you!
The successful Nursery Practitioner will have:
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Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years
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Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting
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Ability to drive and reliably commute to nursery settings across Torquay and surrounding areas
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A positive, caring and enthusiastic approach to supporting young children
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Good knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures
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Confidence supporting children across different age groups, from babies to preschool
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Flexibility and adaptability when working in different nursery environments
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Paediatric First Aid qualification (desirable but not essential)
Your responsibilities will include:
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Supporting children's learning and development through play-based activities
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Creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment
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Assisting with daily nursery routines, including mealtimes, outdoor play and personal care
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Building positive relationships with children, parents and nursery teams
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Encouraging children's independence, communication and social development
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Following safeguarding policies and EYFS guidelines
What TeacherActive can offer you:
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Competitive pay of £14.25 – £16.00 per hour
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Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability
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Day-to-day, short-term and long-term placements
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A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placements
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Access to our referral scheme
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Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of nursery settings
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PAYE payment options
Interested? Apply today!
If you're a
Level 2 or Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner who can travel around Torquay and is ready to get started ASAP, I would love to speak with you!
Contact Klaudia at TeacherActive
Email:
klaudia.bolon@teacheractive.com
Phone: 01392 693 313
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.