Job description
Job title: Nursery Practitioner
Location: Hartlepool
Salary: £95–£115 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Long-Term/ Day-to-day, Full-Time / Part-Time
Could you help young children build confidence, communication skills and positive learning habits in an Early Years environment?
GSL Education Newcastle Branch are currently looking for a caring Nursery Practitioner to work with a nursery setting in Hartlepool. This is an opportunity to support children's learning and development through play, daily routines and positive interactions.
As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:
- Support children with play-based learning activities.
- Encourage communication, social skills and independence.
- Help children participate in age-appropriate activities.
- Build positive relationships with children and support their individual needs.
- Assist with daily routines and transitions.
- Observe children's development and share relevant information with staff.
- Maintain a safe, clean and stimulating environment.
Requirements for the Nursery Practitioner role:
- Previous experience working with children in an Early Years or childcare setting is desirable.
- Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) would be beneficial.
- Experience as a Nursery Practitioner or similar role is desirable.
- Patient, caring and attentive approach.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of an Early Years team.
- Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
- Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
Why Join GSL Education?
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Access to suitable Early Years opportunities across the Hartlepool.
- Competitive daily rates.
- Ongoing guidance and support from an experienced education team.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the Newcastle.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Nursery Practitioner’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.