Nursery Practitioner
| Company: | TeacherActive Ltd |
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| Salary: | £14.25 to £16.50 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | BS1 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 13 Nov 2026 |
| Closing date: | 13 Dec 2026 |
Summary
Job Title: Nursery Assistant
Location: Swindon
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £14.25 - £16.50 per hour
Are you a passionate Nursery Assistant who enjoys creating fun, engaging activities that support children's learning and development?
Do you have previous childcare experience and a genuine enthusiasm for helping young children grow in confidence and independence?
Are you a caring, energetic and dedicated individual who thrives in a busy Early Years environment?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a large nursery setting based in Swindon, who are looking to appoint a Nursery Assistant to join their team. The nursery provides a busy and engaging environment where children are encouraged to learn, explore and develop through play, with a strong focus on supporting their individual needs.
The nursery is looking to take on a dedicated Nursery Assistant on a long-term basis, with both part-time and full-time opportunities available and the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. The successful Nursery Assistant will support children throughout their daily routines, assist with age-appropriate activities and work alongside qualified practitioners to provide a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment.
The successful Nursery Assistant will have:
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A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare would be adventageous but not essential
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Previous experience working with children in a nursery, childcare or Early Years setting
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A valid biometric passport is essential
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A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) would be advantageous
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A genuine passion for supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
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A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
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CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
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Market leading rates of pay
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Flexibility to work part-time or full-time hours
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TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 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 Assistant position, then click
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EMAIL: philippa.burnett@teacheractive.com
CONTACT NUMBER: 0117 223 2200
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.