Job Description

Location: Coventry

Salary: £12.15 - £15.00

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Full-Time Long-Term (Temporary with potential for permanent opportunities)

Hours: Monday to Friday Flexible shifts available

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a large, well-established nursery in Coventry with over 100 children on roll. The nursery provides a warm, inclusive, and stimulating environment where children are encouraged to learn, develop, and thrive through play-based learning.

We are currently recruiting for a passionate and enthusiastic Level 3 Nursery Nurse to join the dedicated Early Years team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced childcare professional who is committed to providing high-quality care and education while supporting children's learning and development during their early years.

• A minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years (essential).
• At least 6 months' experience working with children in a nursery, preschool, or Early Years setting.
• A strong understanding of the EYFS Framework and child development.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring, nurturing, and positive approach.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required.
• Experience planning engaging activities that promote learning through play.
• A commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.

• Support children's learning, development, and wellbeing in line with the EYFS Framework.
• Deliver engaging play-based activities that promote all areas of learning.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers, and colleagues.
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress where required.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming learning environment.
• Support children's personal, social, and emotional development.
• Encourage children's independence, confidence, and curiosity.
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare requirements are always met.
• Work collaboratively with the wider nursery team to provide outstanding childcare.

To be considered for this role, applicants must have:

• A minimum Level 3 Childcare or Early Years qualification (essential).
• At least 6 months' experience working with children.
• Two professional references from recent employers.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one through TeacherActive.
• The Right to Work in the UK.

• Competitive rates of pay.
• A dedicated education recruitment consultant.
• Access to CPD and training opportunities.
• Ongoing support throughout your placements.
• Opportunities for long-term, permanent, and flexible work.
• A straightforward registration process with a supportive compliance team.

If you are a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Level 3 Nursery Nurse looking for your next opportunity in Coventry, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and one of our specialist consultants will be in touch to discuss this exciting opportunity.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.