Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or Level 3)

Messy play. Story sacks. Outdoor adventures. Tea parties with teddy bears.

If that sounds like your kind of working day, we'd love to hear from you!

Protocol Education is working with a range of welcoming nurseries, pre-schools and Early Years settings across Bath and the surrounding areas who are looking for caring and enthusiastic Level 2 and Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join their teams.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about Early Years education and loves supporting children as they learn, grow and discover the world around them. Whether you're looking for flexible work, a long-term placement or a permanent position, we can help you find the right opportunity.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Nursery Practitioner, you'll play a key role in creating a nurturing and engaging environment where children can thrive.

Your day might include:

• Planning and supporting exciting play-based learning activities
• Encouraging children's social, emotional and communication development
• Creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment
• Supporting outdoor learning, messy play and creative activities
• Following the EYFS framework to support children's individual learning journeys
• Observing, monitoring and celebrating developmental milestones
• Building positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Supporting routines including snack times, story time and free play

We'd Love to Hear from You If...

• You hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification
• You have experience working in a nursery, preschool or Early Years setting
• You have knowledge of the EYFS framework
• You're caring, enthusiastic and passionate about child development
• You enjoy working as part of a supportive team
• You're creative, proactive and able to make learning fun
• You are committed to helping every child reach their full potential

Why Join Protocol Education?

• Competitive weekly PAYE pay
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your lifestyle
• Full-time, part-time and long-term roles available
• Opportunities across a variety of Bath nurseries and school-based Early Years settings
• FREE CPD and professional development training
• FREE safeguarding and wellbeing courses
• Dedicated support from a local consultant
• Opportunities for permanent employment
• £250 Refer a Friend Bonus

❤️ Why Work in Early Years?

Few roles are as rewarding as helping children take their first steps in learning and development.

One moment you'll be helping build a rocket ship from cardboard boxes, the next you'll be leading a singalong, exploring the outdoors or celebrating a child's first big achievement.

Every day brings something new, and every day is a chance to make a lasting impact.

What We Need to Clear You

To get you registered and ready for work, we'll need:

• Passport or proof of right to work in the UK
• Two proofs of address
• A CV covering the last 10 years of work and/or education, with any gaps explained
• References covering the last 2 years (including childcare references where applicable)
• An overseas police check if you've lived abroad for 3 months or more during the last 5 years

Our team will support you through every stage of the registration process.

Ready for Your Next Early Years Adventure?

If you're a qualified Level 2 or Level 3 Nursery Practitioner looking for your next opportunity in Bath and the surrounding areas, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and discover exciting opportunities in local nurseries and Early Years settings where your passion, creativity and care can help young children flourish.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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