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Nursery Practitioner

Job in Colchester, Essex County, CO1, England, UK
Listing for: TeacherActive
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-04
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Preschool / Daycare, Early Childhood Education, Child Development/Support, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
  • Child Care/Nanny
    Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 14.25 - 17 GBP Hourly GBP 14.25 17.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
LEVEL 3 NURSERY PRACTITIONER – COLCHESTER

Full Time | Monday – Friday | Flexible Hours Between 8:00am – 18:00pm

Teacher Active are working with some amazing nurseries across Colchester, and we are looking to bring passionate and dedicated Level 3 Nursery Practitioners into their teams.

If you are an experienced Early Years professional looking for a new opportunity where you can develop your skills, progress your career and work within a supportive nursery environment, we would love to hear from you.

THE ROLE

As a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, you will play an important role in providing high-quality care, learning and development opportunities for children.

You will be responsible for:

• Providing a high standard of care and support to children aged 0–5

• Supporting children’s learning and development in line with the EYFS

• Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities

• Completing observations and contributing to children’s learning journeys

• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues

• Creating a safe, stimulating and welcoming environment

• Supporting children’s individual needs and development

• Following safeguarding and child protection procedures

• Working as part of a strong and supportive Early Years team

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• A recognised Level 3 Early Years qualification, such as Level 3 Early Years Educator, Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce, CACHE Level 3 or equivalent

• Previous experience working within a nursery, pre-school or Early Years setting

• A strong understanding of the EYFS framework

• Good knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

• A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• A reliable, enthusiastic and professional approach

• The ability to build strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues

• Paediatric First Aid is desirable

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is desirable

CAREER PROGRESSION & SUPPORT

This is more than just another nursery role.

The nurseries we work with are committed to developing their staff and offer opportunities for progression as you gain experience and take on additional responsibilities.

For candidates who are suitable for the role, I will personally support you through our straightforward onboarding process. I will take the time to understand your experience, qualifications and career goals before helping you find an opportunity that is the right fit for you.

WHAT TEACHERACTIVE CAN OFFER YOU

• 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

• Teacher Active 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

• Ongoing support from a dedicated Early Years Consultant

• Access to exciting Early Years opportunities across Colchester

• Opportunities for career progression and professional development

INTERESTED?

If you are a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner looking for your next opportunity in Colchester, I would love to hear from you.

Whether you are actively looking for a new role or simply want to find out what opportunities are available, get in touch today for a confidential chat.

To apply or find out more information, please contact:

EMAIL:
CONTACT NUMBER: (phone number removed)

About Teacher Active

Teacher Active 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

Teacher Active 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, s 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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