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Contract

Nursery Practitioner

SMART Education Recruitment
Oldbury
money-bag £14.24 - £15.52/hour
Posted: 28 September 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 28 October 2026
Ref: 225655390

Nursery Practitioner – West Bromwich

Are you a passionate Nursery Practitioner looking for flexibility and rewarding opportunities in Early Years education? This role offers competitive pay, flexible or consistent hours, and the chance to work in a nurturing environment where your impact will help shape young children's learning and development.

 

What’s in it for you?
  • Competitive hourly rates: £14.24 – £15.52 per hour
  • Flexible payment options (PAYE or Umbrella)
  • Opportunities for flexible, part-time, and full-time roles
  • Day-to-day shifts and longer-term placements to suit your needs
  • Chance to work in a variety of Early Years settings
  • Work patterns designed around your availability
  • Boost your Early Years experience and professional development

 

The Role

You will create a safe, welcoming and stimulating nursery environment, helping children learn, explore and develop through play-based activities. You’ll work alongside other Early Years professionals to support children’s individual development, following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

 

Role Responsibilities
  • Support children’s learning and development through engaging activities
  • Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS
  • Create a nurturing atmosphere where children feel safe and stimulated
  • Encourage communication, confidence and independence in children
  • Support personal, social and emotional development
  • Monitor and observe progress, contributing to developmental records
  • Assist with children’s routines and individual needs
  • Foster positive relationships between children
  • Collaborate with colleagues and other professionals in the nursery
  • Uphold high standards of safeguarding, health, safety and wellbeing
  • Communicate effectively with team members and parents/carers

 

Skills and Experience
  • Recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)
  • Experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting
  • Understanding of the EYFS framework
  • Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
  • Ability to build positive relationships with young children
  • Caring, patient and enthusiastic approach to work
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Paediatric First Aid (desirable)
  • Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
  • Ability to provide suitable references covering your last 24 months

 

Location and Package
  • Based in West Bromwich
  • Flexible hours to accommodate your work-life balance
  • Start date: October 2026
  • Contract role with excellent development opportunities

 

If you are a qualified Nursery Practitioner devoted to supporting children’s early development and looking for flexibility in West Bromwich, this is the perfect next step in your career. We encourage enthusiastic, committed candidates to apply for this rewarding role.

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