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Nursery Practitioner

Job details
Posting date: 28 January 2026
Salary: £13.69 to £21 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 27 February 2026
Location: RM17
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Teacheractive Limited
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: G2701-8985

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Summary

I am currently recruiting for a nursery practitioner to join a welcoming and well-established early years setting based in Grays. This is a full-time opportunity offering flexibility, excellent rates of pay, and on-site parking, making it ideal for experienced early years professionals looking for their next role.

As a nursery practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting children’s learning and development in line with the EYFS framework, creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment where every child can thrive.

The Role

In this nursery practitioner position, your responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting children’s emotional, physical, and educational development


  • Planning and delivering age-appropriate activities in line with EYFS


  • Observing, assessing, and recording children’s progress


  • Working collaboratively with colleagues and parents/carers


  • Ensuring safeguarding, health, and safety procedures are followed at all times


    Hours & Pay

    • Hours options:

      • 8:00am – 6:00pm, 4 days per week


      • 9:00am – 5:00pm, 5 days per week



      • Pay: From £13.69 per hour


      • Location: Grays


      • Parking: On-site parking available


        Requirements

        To be successful as a nursery practitioner, you will need:

        • A relevant Early Years qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 minimum)


        • Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting


        • A strong understanding of the EYFS framework


        • A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach to working with children


        • An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)


          About Me & TeacherActive

          I am an Early Years Consultant for TeacherActive, specialising in supporting early years professionals into roles that truly suit their skills and career goals. I work closely with settings and candidates to ensure the right fit, offering guidance, honesty, and ongoing support throughout your journey.

          In return for the above you can expect to receive:

          • A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through the easy onboarding process


          • Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply)


          • CPD Courses and certificates through 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)


          • All staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring you pay the correct level of Tax and National Insurance, with no hidden admin charges or admin fees


            EMAIL: kyle.bailey@teacheractive.com
            CONTACT NUMBER: 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.

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