Qualified Nursery Practitioner - Selly Oak

Nursery Practitioner - Selly Oak

Aspire People is delighted to be working with a range of reputable nurseries and early years settings across Selly Oak that are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Level 2 and Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join their teams.

We are recruiting for opportunities within both term-time-only settings and private day nurseries, offering flexible working options to suit your availability and career goals. Whether you are looking for full-time, part-time, or flexible weekly work, we have opportunities available.

The Role

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play an important role in providing high-quality care, education, and support to children aged 0-5 years. You will work as part of a dedicated team to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can learn, develop, and reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the learning, development, and wellbeing of children aged 0-5 in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Create a safe, welcoming, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children feel secure and encouraged to learn.
• Plan and participate in engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Recognise and support children's individual needs, interests, abilities, and stages of development.
• Encourage children to develop their confidence, independence, communication, and social skills.
• Assist with planning and implementing activities that support children's learning and development.
• Build positive and professional relationships with children, colleagues, parents, and carers.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health, safety, and wellbeing.
• Contribute to observations, assessments, and children's individual learning journeys where required.

What We Are Looking For

• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification (essential).
• Valid Paediatric First Aid qualification, or willingness to complete (essential).
• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting.
• A good understanding of the EYFS framework.
• A genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring, patient, and positive approach.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A flexible and proactive approach to working hours and responsibilities.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Why Work with Aspire People?

• Flexible full-time and part-time working opportunities.
• Opportunities within both term-time-only settings and private day nurseries.
• Weekly shifts that can be tailored around your availability.
• The opportunity to work across a range of early years settings in and around Selly Oak.
• Gain valuable experience working with different age groups and nursery environments.
• Ongoing support and development from the Aspire People team.
• Competitive pay rates and benefits.
• Opportunities to develop your career within the early years sector.
• A rewarding opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of children and families.

If you are a passionate and dedicated Level 2 or Level 3 Nursery Practitioner looking for your next opportunity in Selly Oak, we would love to hear from you!

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks

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