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Nursery Practitioner


Teaching Personnel

£14.25 - 15.00 per hour

Quernmore

Temporary | Full Time

03/07/2026

No

LA2, Lancashire
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
September Start
Competitive Daily Rate via Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is delighted to be working in partnership with a warm, welcoming primary school in the LA2 area to recruit a Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner for their exciting new pre-school unit opening this September.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and nurturing early years professional to join a supportive school community and play a key role in establishing a brand-new provision from the very beginning.

The school is open to both full-time and part-time applicants, offering flexibility for the right candidate. This is a long-term position, providing stability throughout the academic year, with the strong potential of a direct school contract from January 2027 for the successful candidate.

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

  • Support children's learning and development in line with the EYFS framework.
  • Create a safe, engaging, and stimulating learning environment.
  • Plan and deliver exciting play-based activities.
  • Observe, assess, and record children's progress.
  • Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
  • Promote children's wellbeing and ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times.
  • Contribute to the successful development of the school's new pre-school provision.

We are looking for someone who:

✅ Holds a Level 3 Early Years or Childcare Qualification (essential)
✅ Has experience working within a nursery, pre-school, or early years setting
✅ Has a strong understanding of the EYFS framework
✅ Is passionate about supporting young children's development
✅ Demonstrates excellent communication and teamwork skills
✅ Has a caring, positive, and proactive approach
✅ Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

  • September start in a brand-new pre-school unit.
  • Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities.
  • Long-term role through Teaching Personnel.
  • Friendly and supportive primary school environment.
  • Opportunity to help shape a new early years provision.
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant.
  • Potential for a permanent school-based contract from January 2027.

If you're a dedicated Level 3 Nursery Practitioner looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity within a welcoming primary school, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, contact Teaching Personnel on 01772 386968.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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