Nursery Nurse

Advertised by TeacherActive

Location
Belgrave
Salary
£14.25 - £16.50 an hour
Job type
Temporary
Sector
Education
Posted
5 November 2026
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Job description

Nursery Practitioner

Location: Belgrave, Leicester, LE4
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £14.25 - £16.50 per hour

TeacherActive is working with an Early Years setting in Belgrave, Leicester (LE4) that is looking for a motivated and caring Nursery Practitioner to join its team. The setting offers an opportunity to support children's early development through engaging activities, positive interactions and a play-based approach that encourages curiosity, independence and confidence.

This full-time Nursery Practitioner position involves working varied shifts, which may start at 8:00am or finish as late as 6:00pm, depending on the nursery rota. You will help deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, create stimulating learning opportunities through continuous provision and support children through individual and small group activities. You will also encourage progress towards the Early Learning Goals, assist with personal care and daily routines, and help ensure every child feels safe, included and supported throughout the day.

The successful Nursery Practitioner will have:

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification, an equivalent qualification, or a minimum of 6 months' relevant experience working within an Early Years setting
• A sound understanding of the EYFS curriculum, Early Learning Goals and child development
• Experience supporting children through play-based learning, continuous provision and small group activities
• Confidence adapting activities to suit children's individual developmental needs and providing personal care when required
• A positive, patient and enthusiastic approach, with the ability to build strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's wellbeing. Being able to drive would be beneficial but is not essential

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
• 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 looking for a Nursery Practitioner opportunity in Belgrave where you can put your Early Years experience into practice, contribute fresh ideas and play an important role in children's development, click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch to discuss the position further.

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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.

Equal Opportunities Statement

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

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

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