Nursery Practitioner Needed – Newcastle

We are currently recruiting a qualified Nursery Practitioner to join a friendly and supportive nursery setting in Newcastle. This is a long-term opportunity starting at the end of January, with the potential to become a permanent position for the right candidate.

Location: Newcastle Position: Nursery Practitioner Hours: Full-time – typically 3 days 8:00–6:00 and 1 day either 8:00–5:30 or 8:30–6:00 Start Date: 26/01/2026 Pay: £13.95–£14.50 per hour

About the Role:

Provide high-quality care and education to children aged 0–5 years

Support children’s learning and development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment

Work collaboratively with the nursery team to maintain high standards of care

Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues

What We’re Looking For:

Level 3 qualification in Childcare and Early Years (or equivalent)

Paediatric First Aid certificate, or willingness to obtain one

Previous experience within a nursery or early years setting

A caring, dependable, and enthusiastic attitude

Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team

This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed Nursery Practitioner to join a welcoming nursery in Newcastle, with the potential to secure a permanent role.

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.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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