Nursery Practitioner

QUALIFIED NURSERY PRACTITIONER – CHELMSFORD TeacherActive are currently working with a fantastic nursery in Chelmsford who are looking for a Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join their team. This is an excellent…

Pay rate £14.25 – £17/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 7 October 2026

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QUALIFIED NURSERY PRACTITIONER – CHELMSFORD

TeacherActive are currently working with a fantastic nursery in Chelmsford who are looking for a Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and qualified Early Years professional who is passionate about supporting children’s learning, development and wellbeing.

THE ROLE:

• Supporting children’s learning and development in line with the EYFS
• Planning and supporting engaging activities and experiences
• Providing a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure high-quality care is provided
• Building positive relationships with children, families and staff
• Supporting children with their individual needs and development
• Following safeguarding, health and safety and nursery procedures

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• A recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification
• Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting
• A good understanding of the EYFS
• A caring, professional and enthusiastic approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A reliable and committed attitude towards your work
• A genuine passion for working with children

This is a QUALIFIED position, so candidates must hold a relevant recognised Early Years/Childcare qualification.

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• £14.25 per hour
• Flexible working opportunities
• Opportunities for ongoing work
• The chance to work within a fantastic Early Years setting
• Support from a dedicated TeacherActive consultant

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM TEACHERACTIVE:

• 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

APPLY TODAY

If you're a qualified Nursery Practitioner looking for your next opportunity in Chelmsford, I'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're available immediately or currently working a notice period, get in touch with your availability and I can discuss the role with you and get you started with the TeacherActive registration process.

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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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