Nursery Practitioner

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Location: Wakefield

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £12.17 - 14.75 (dependant on age and qualification)

Are you an enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner who would like the opportunity to join a friendly team at a fabulous nursery in Wakefield?

Do you have a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years?

Are you enthusiastic and committed to the development of young children?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a private day-nursery with their search for a Early Years Practitioner. This is an exciting opportunity work with a warm and positive private day-nursery in Wakefield, who focus on child engagement with a therapeutic approach. The setting looks after up to 70 children, and both indoor and outdoor areas are split into age-appropriate sections and provide sensory enhancing activities. The nursery ensures children are able to challenge themselves and take risks in a safe and secure environment.

The nursery is looking to take on a Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner, on a long-term basis with the opportunity to go permanent for the right Early Years Practitioner. You will report directly to the Nursery Manager and could be required to work across all rooms, supporting children from ages 6 weeks up to 4 years. In a time of growth for this Nursery, career progression opportunities are also available for the right Nursery Practitioner.

The successful Nursery Practitioner will have:

· Level 2 or 3 Chilcare HIGHLY desirable, but not required.

· Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Studies (EYFS) curriculum

· ‘Can-do’ approach with the willingness to get stuck in

· Adaptability

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

· Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*

· CPD Courses and certificates as part of 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*

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 position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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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.

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