Nursery Practitioner – Early Years Location: Tameside Employer: Smile Education Full-time | Long-term

The Role Smile Education is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join a welcoming early year setting in Greater Manchester. This role involves supporting children aged 0–5 years, helping to create a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and develop. You will support children’s learning through play-based activities, helping them develop social, emotional, and communication skills in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

What You’ll Do

Support children’s learning and development through play-based activities Plan and deliver engaging activities such as arts, storytelling, music, and sensory play Supervise children during play, learning, and outdoor activities Assist with daily routines including snack times, hygiene, and rest periods Observe and record children’s progress in line with EYFS Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues Maintain a safe, clean, and organised nursery environment What You’ll Need

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare (essential) Ability to support children within nursery staff ratios A caring, patient, and energetic approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Paediatric First Aid (desirable) Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)What We Offer

Competitive pay rates Weekly pay every Friday Dedicated consultant support Ongoing CPD and training opportunities Opportunities across Greater Manchester nurseriesSmile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks including an enhanced DBS and qualification verification.

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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications