Nursery Practitioner

Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Salary: Dependent on experience and qualifications
Start Date: Flexible start date

Are you passionate about early years education? Do you thrive in a nurturing and energetic environment?
TeacherActive are proud to be working with a beautiful, well-established nursery based in the heart of Chelmsford town centre. Easily accessible for both drivers and non-drivers, this nursery is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join their supportive and passionate team.

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a key role in providing a safe, stimulating and caring environment for children aged 0–5 years. Your responsibilities will include:

• Creating a welcoming, nurturing space where children feel safe, valued and encouraged to learn.

• Planning and delivering age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

• Observing, assessing and recording children’s development and progress, and maintaining up-to-date learning journals.

• Working closely with parents and carers to share key milestones, offer guidance, and promote a collaborative approach to each child’s care.

• Promoting health, hygiene, and safety within the setting at all times.

• Supporting the nursery team in maintaining high standards of care, cleanliness and organisation.

• Ensuring all safeguarding and child protection procedures are followed in line with the nursery’s and Ofsted’s policies.

• Attending regular staff meetings, training sessions and staying up to date with best practice in early years education.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A minimum Level 2 qualification in Childcare (Level 3 or above is desirable).

• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting.

• Strong knowledge and practical understanding of the EYFS framework.

• A warm, nurturing and patient nature with a genuine passion for working with young children.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one through TeacherActive).

• The right to work in the UK.

TeacherActive is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, with nearly two decades of experience placing passionate education professionals in settings where they can thrive. We work with nurseries, schools and colleges nationwide, offering flexible and permanent roles. We are committed to providing a high-quality service to both our candidates and clients, with a focus on building lasting relationships.

As part of our process, all applicants will go through our quick and streamlined registration process, ensuring you’re ready to get started as soon as possible.

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
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
• 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 interested in this position, then click ‘APPLYNOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

We can get you registered as soon as today, so that you can start your journey on the road of inspiring the next generation!

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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.

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