Nursery Practitioner

Posting date:	30 January 2026
Salary:	£13.69 to £16 per hour
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	01 March 2026
Location:	M17
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Teacheractive Limited
Job type:	Temporary
Job reference:	NPMSL3EC-8985

Summary

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner – Level 3 Qualified
Location: Eccles, Greater Manchester
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term

Are you a nurturing and enthusiastic childcare professional looking to make a positive impact in the Early Years?

A well-established and welcoming nursery setting in Eccles is currently seeking a passionate and experienced Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join their team on a long-term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values high-quality early years education and child-centred care.

The Role:

• Supporting the learning and development of children aged 0–5 in line with the EYFS framework.

  
  

• Planning and delivering engaging activities that promote children’s progress across all areas of learning.

  
  

• Building strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues to create a safe and nurturing environment.

  
  

• Contributing to assessments, observations, and learning journals.

  
  

• Ensuring safeguarding and welfare requirements are consistently met.

  
  

  The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • A full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years.

    
    

  • Experience working in a nursery or early years setting.

    
    

  • A genuine passion for early years education and development.

    
    

  • Good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.

    
    

  • A warm, caring, and professional approach to working with children and families.

    
    

    In Return, the Nursery Offers:

    • A friendly and supportive team environment.

      
      

    • Continuous professional development opportunities.

      
      

    • A well-resourced setting that encourages creativity and learning through play.

      
      

    • The opportunity to make a lasting difference during a crucial stage in children’s development.

      
      

      Key Requirements:

      • Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one.

        
        

      • Suitable references and eligibility to work in the UK.

        
        

        Recommended Video for Candidate Preparation:
        Your Role as a Nursery Practitioner – Top Tips for Working in a Nursery – A helpful overview of what to expect in the role and how to succeed in a nursery environment.

        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.