Job description
Passionate About Working with Young Children?
Job Title: Nursery Practitioner
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
Salary: £12.82 per hour
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time
GSL Education are inviting dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join a thriving nursery setting within a primary school in Portsmouth as a Nursery Practitioner. This is a fantastic opportunity for those who are committed to fostering a safe, engaging, and stimulating environment where young children can develop key foundational skills.
In this role of a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting children in their early years, encouraging their social, emotional, and cognitive development through engaging activities and structured play. You will work as part of a dedicated team to create a nurturing and inclusive setting where every child feels safe, valued, and supported.
What You’ll Do:
- Assist in planning and delivering fun activities to support children’s development.
- Help children with daily routines, including play, eating, and learning.
- Encourage positive behaviour and social skills in a nurturing environment.
- Support children with their personal and emotional development.
- Build good relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience working with young children (a qualification in childcare is an advantage).
- A passion for working with children and supporting their development.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
- An up-to-date CV (covering the last 10 years with no unexplained gaps).
- Enhanced DBS check registered on the update service or willingness to apply for one.
Why Join Us:
- Competitive hourly rate of £12.82, acknowledging your hard work and dedication.
- A chance to work in a supportive and welcoming nursery.
- Opportunities for career development and training.
If you are ready to make a difference as a Nursery Practitioner in the lives of young children and support their early learning, we’d love to hear from you!
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 and nurseries across the UK.
To apply for the Nursery Practitioner role in Portsmouth, click ‘apply now’ to submit your most recent CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch soon!
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