Nursery Practicioner

Nursery Practitioner – Level 2 & Level 3+ | Multiple Vacancies | Manchester

Location: Manchester & Greater Manchester
Job Type: Full-time, Part-time & Flexible Opportunities
Start Date: ASAP

We are currently recruiting Level 2 and Level 3+ Nursery Practitioners for a number of excellent nursery settings across Manchester and the surrounding areas.

If you're passionate about early years education and creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Provide high-quality care and education for children aged 0–5 years.
• Support children's learning and development in line with the EYFS framework.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities that promote learning through play.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Maintain a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress where required.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies at all times.

Requirements

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification (or above) in Early Years/Childcare.
• Sound knowledge of the EYFS framework.
• A caring, reliable, and enthusiastic approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service is desirable but not essential.
• Previous nursery experience is desirable.
• 6+ Months experience working with children

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates.
• Full-time, part-time, and flexible working opportunities.
• Day to day, short term long term, Permanent opportunities when available.  
• Opportunities across Manchester and Greater Manchester.
• Supportive and welcoming nursery environments.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Weekly pay (where applicable).
• Dedicated recruitment support throughout your placement.

Locations

We have vacancies across:

• Manchester City Centre
• Salford
• Trafford
• Stockport
• Oldham
• Rochdale
• Bolton
• Bury
• Tameside
• Wythenshawe
• Didsbury
• Chorlton
• Prestwich
• Altrincham
• And surrounding areas.

Start Date

Successful candidates will be available to start from the end of September 2026.

If you're an experienced Nursery Practitioner or have recently gained your Level 2 or Level 3 qualification and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV and one of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the opportunities available across Manchester.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check, and the right to work in the UK.