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Qualified nursery practitioner
Job Posted: 8 hours ago
Salary: £ 13.69 - 20 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Colchester
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Qualified Nursery Practitioner – Colchester
Full-Time | Level 2 & Level 3 Childcare Practitioners
Pay: From £13.69 per hour (dependent on qualifications and experience)
TeacherActive are proud to be working with a welcoming and well-established nursery based in the Colchester area. This setting is home to an experienced and supportive team, offering a nurturing environment where both children and practitioners thrive. There is excellent room for progression, and the nursery values staff who are passionate, dedicated, and eager to grow within their careers.
This position is full-time and offers guaranteed weekly work through TeacherActive, one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies. The successful candidate will work across all rooms in the nursery, so confidence, flexibility, and strong childcare knowledge are essential.
Although this is an immediate start, candidates with notice periods are still encouraged to apply — interviews can be arranged in advance with the nursery.
The nursery itself provides a warm, child-centred environment with a strong focus on play-based learning, outdoor exploration, and supporting every child’s individual development. Staff enjoy supportive leadership, opportunities for progression, and a close-knit, experienced team.
There is free parking available on-site.
Requirements:
To be considered for this role, you must have:
A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education / Childcare (or equivalent)
Proven experience working with children aged 0–5 years in a nursery or early years setting
A strong understanding of the EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures
The ability to plan and deliver engaging activities that promote learning and development
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a small, dedicated team
A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach to working with children
An up-to-date DBS (or willingness to obtain one through TeacherActive)
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, connecting passionate professionals with rewarding roles across early years, schools, and colleges.
At TeacherActive, we pride ourselves on making your journey smooth and straightforward. We handle our own onboarding process – it’s quick, efficient, and ensures you’re fully supported before any interviews take place.
This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a permanent, full-time role in a well-established nursery where you can make a lasting impact on children’s early learning journeys.
In return for the above, you can expect to receive:
A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through an easy onboarding process
Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply)
CPD Courses and certificates through our My-Progression channel
Market-leading rates of pay
TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £200 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)
Paid on a PAYE basis – ensuring the correct TAX and National Insurance contributions with no hidden admin fees
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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
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