Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

Posting date:	19 November 2025
Salary:	£13.69 to £22 per hour
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	19 December 2025
Location:	CM23
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Teacheractive Limited
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	23cmnp-8985

Summary

Location: Bishops Stortford
Start Date: Immediate
Salary: £13.69 – £22.00 per hour

TeacherActive is delighted to be supporting a fantastic private day nursery in Bishops Stortford, a vibrant and family-friendly town known for its strong community spirit and excellent early years settings. This is an exciting chance to join a warm, supportive and passionate team dedicated to children’s learning, well-being and exploration through a therapeutic and child-centred approach.

The nursery cares for up to 125 children and boasts inspiring indoor and outdoor environments, thoughtfully divided into age-appropriate spaces designed to encourage curiosity, sensory discovery and developmental growth. The team champions child-led learning and supports children as they safely explore, challenge themselves and build confidence.

We are looking for a Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner to join the team on a long-term basis, with the potential to go permanent for the right person. You will work closely with the Nursery Manager and may support across all rooms, caring for children aged 6 weeks to 4 years. With the nursery continuing to grow in Bishops Stortford, there are excellent opportunities for career progression.

The successful Nursery Practitioner will have:

• Level 3 qualification (desirable)

  
  

• Level 2 qualification (required)

  
  

• Strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum

  
  

• A positive, proactive attitude

  
  

• Flexibility and willingness to get involved across the nursery

  
  In return, you can expect:

  • 24/7 support from a dedicated team of consultants

    
    

  • Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)

    
    

  • Access to CPD courses and certificates via the My-Progression channel

    
    

  • Market-leading rates of pay

    
    

  • TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 (T&Cs apply)

    
    

  • PAYE payment structure – ensuring correct TAX and National Insurance with no hidden admin fees

    
    

    If you're ready to take the next step in your early years career and join a fantastic Bishops Stortford nursery, click APPLY NOW and we will be in touch shortly.

    Email: kyle.bailey@teacheractive.com
    Phone: 01245 335 533

    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.
    
    TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.