How many nursery practitioner jobs are listed in the UK?

SchoolJobs currently lists 52 live nursery practitioner vacancies in the UK. The number changes as schools publish new vacancies and closing dates pass.

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From the DfE Teaching Vacancies service (Open Government Licence v3.0) and licensed feeds. Pay is shown exactly as published, a recruiter is named only where evidence confirms it (otherwise “Employer not confirmed”), and SchoolJobs never charges candidates.

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Qualified Nursery Practitioner
Holmesdale Community Infant School · Reigate
£25,133–£26,321 FTE
Part time· Closes 23 Nov
We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and nurturing Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our thriving school nursery. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate early years…
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Nursery Practitioner - Level 2 (Full Time, Term Time only)
Queen Edith Primary School · Cambridge
£26,016–£26,427 a year
Full time· Closes 30 Nov
The Governors of the Queens’ Federation are seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated full-time, term time Level 2 Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive nursery…
Posted 7 days ago
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Nursery Practitioner (Part-time)
Pine Ridge Infant School & Nursery · Camberley
£17,489 a year (actual)
Full time · Part time
Are you ready to inspire the next generation of curious minds in a dynamic, nurturing environment? Join us as a Part-time Nursery Practitioner, where no two days are the same, and start a journey of…
Posted 9 days ago
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Early years
Nursery Practitioner
Wellesley Park Primary School · Wellington
£13.48–£13.92 an hour
Full time · Part time· Closes 21 Nov
We Are Looking For Someone Who: • Holds a Level 3 Childcare Qualification (essential) • Is passionate about delivering outstanding early years education and care • Can build positive relationships…
Posted 21 days ago
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Nursery Practitioner
West Monkton Church of England School · Taunton
£21,094 a year
Part time
Nursery Practitioner - Little Herons About us We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, experienced individual with an NVQ level 2 in Early Years, to work at Little Herons Nursery based at West…
Posted 27 days ago
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Early years
Nursery Practitioner
Newlyn School · Penzance
£17,280 a year
30 hours per week · term time only· Closes 20 Nov
Newlyn School is seeking a warm, positive and motivated Nursery Practitioner to join our growing Early Years team. We are looking for someone with a calm, nurturing approach who also brings ambition…
Posted 28 days ago
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Early years
Nursery Practitioner Level 3
Bayside Academy · POOLE
£25,185–£25,989 FTE
Full time· Closes 11 Dec
Bayside View Nursery are seeking to appoint a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner who has excellent communication and interpersonal skills; an ability to organise and prioritise and be passionate about…
Posted 5 months ago
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Nursery Assistant
The Bishop's Church of England Primary Academy · Thetford
£19,881–£20,197 a year (actual)
Permanent32.5 hours per week · term time only
Part of the Diocese of Norwich Education and Academies Trust (DNEAT) Tel: 01842 754902 Email: sbm@bishops.dneat.org • Salary: Scale D, PP 5-6 £19,881- £20,197 actual pa (£26,427- £26,847 FTE) •…
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Early Years Practitioner
Brenzett Church of England Primary School · Romney Marsh
£19,210 a year (actual)(£26,479 FTE)
Permanent30.5 hours per week · term time only
Early Years Practitioner (Nursery/EYFS) We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and flexible Early Years Practitioner to join our thriving primary school nursery provision. The successful candidate…
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Level 3 Nursery Assistant
Hatch Beauchamp Church of England Primary School · Taunton
Pay not stated
Fixed term - 31.08.2028Full time · Part time · Temporary· Closes 27 Nov
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to interview, appoint, and close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found. Therefore, early applications are strongly…
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Foundation Stage Practitioner
Chulmleigh Primary School · Chulmleigh
£13.92–£14.14 an hour
PermanentPart time· Closes 24 Nov
To support increased nursery provision, we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed, patient and motivated Foundation Stage Practitioner to join our team at Chulmleigh Primary School. The…
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Nursery Assistant - Level 2 or 3 qualification required
Winsham Primary School · Near Chard
Pay not stated
Fixed term - 31.08.2027Part time · Temporary· Closes 27 Nov
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to interview, appoint, and close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found. Therefore, early applications are strongly…
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Early years
Early Years Practitioner
Manor Community Primary School · Swanscombe
£19,610 a year (actual)
Part time· Closes 19 Nov
Post Title: Early Years Practitioner School: Manor Community Primary School Contract Type: Fixed time until 31st August 2027 Contract Hours: 32.5 hours per week Working Weeks: 38 weeks per Year…
Posted 2 days ago
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Early Years Practitioner (Level 3 approved Early Years Qualification)
Broadfield Academy · Hemel Hempstead
£26,367–£27,599 FTE
31.50 hours per week · term time only· Closes 27 Nov
EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONER AT BROADFIELD ACADEMY THE ROLE Position: Early Years Practitioner (Level3 Early Years Qualified) Days: Monday - Friday ( 25 hours, plus 6.5 MSA duty) 8:30am - 3:20pm Hours…
Posted 2 days ago
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Early years
Qualified Level 3 Early Years Practitioner
Sutton CofE VC Primary School · Ely
£27,274 FTE
Part time· Closes 23 Nov
Do you have experience working with 2-4 year olds? Do you believe in providing all children with a creative, stimulating and safe learning environment? Do you hold an Early Years level 3…
Posted 5 days ago
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Early years
Nursery Early Years Practitioner
Bedgrove Infant School · Aylesbury
£21,366–£23,781 a year (actual)
37 hours per week · term time only· Closes 25 Nov
Hours, Salary and Start Date This is a permanent, full-time role, working 37 hours per week, term time only (38 weeks per year). Salary: Bucks Pay Range 1B / Range 2 (pro rata), dependent on…
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Early years
Nursery Assistant (Level 2)
Queen Emma Primary School · Cambridge
£26,427 a year
Full time · Temporary· Closes 30 Nov
The Governors of the Queens’ Federation are seeking to appoint a full time L2 EYFS Nursery Assistant to work in the 2 year old room at Queen Emma Nursery. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic…
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Level 3 Early Years Educator
Broadbottom Church of England Primary School · Hyde
£24,548–£25,767 a year (actual)
Full time· Closes 24 Nov
Join Our Growing Early Years Team Are you a passionate, enthusiastic and nurturing Early Years Educator who believes that every child deserves the very best start to their educational journey? At…
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Early years
Nursery Assistant
Fulbridge Academy · Peterborough
£20,429 a year (actual)
Part time· Closes 20 Nov
We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to join Fulbridge Nursery, our school-based nursery at Fulbridge Academy. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our thriving school community and make a…
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Nursery Assistant
Kents Hill Infant Academy · Benfleet
£9,534 a year (actual)
Part time· Closes 19 Nov
Job Title: Nursery Assistant Contract: Fixed Term until 9th April 2027 Hours per week: 15 hours 45 minutes per week Scale: Scale 3, Point 6-7 (depending on experience and qualifications) Actual…
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Early years
Early Years Practitioner
North Denes Primary School and Nursery · Great Yarmouth
£13.92–£14.14 an hour
37 hours per week · term time only· Closes 20 Nov
Based in our Nursery Provision Tel: 01493 842063 Email: finance@northdenes.norfolk.sch.uk Website: https://www.northdenesprimary.co.uk • Salary – Scale D, £13.92-£14.14 per hour • Temporary until 31…
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Early years
Early Years Practitioner - Level 2 or Level 3
Graven Hill Primary School · Ambrosden
Pay not stated
Full time · Part time· Closes 20 Nov
Level 2 Supporting the pupil: • Support children, including those with SEN, to engage in play and learning activities • Build strong relationships with parents in order to meet the needs of all…
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Early years
Early Years Practitioner
Foxhill Primary School · Bradford
£26,403–£28,142 a year
Full time · Part time· Closes 9 Dec
We are looking for someone who has: • An NVQ/CACHE or NCFE Level 3 qualification in Childcare • Experience of working with children in an early years setting. • A good understanding of the Early…
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L3 Early Years Educator Apprentice
St James' Church of England Primary School · St Helens
£13,247 a year
Full time
About this Role L3 Early Years Educator Apprentice Our dedicated and dynamic team at St James work extremely hard to ensure that all our children are able to learn in an inclusive, safe and secure…
Posted 6 days ago
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Nursery Practitioner jobs in the UK: the facts

SchoolJobs is showing 52 live nursery practitioner vacancies across the UK. Every listing has its own permanent page, names who is recruiting where the source evidence supports it, and shows exactly where to apply.

Live vacancies: 52
Added in the last 7 days: 28
Listings stating pay: 90%
Advertised full-time pay range: £25,185 – £32,046

Towns and areas advertising nursery practitioner jobs

Bradford2 vacancies
Cambridge2 vacancies
Hayes2 vacancies
Leicester2 vacancies
Rotherham2 vacancies
Salisbury2 vacancies

Employers with the most live listings

Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy2 vacancies
Upland Primary School2 vacancies

School phases hiring

Primary47 vacancies
Early years4 vacancies

Contract types

Permanent3 vacancies
Fixed term - 31.08.20282 vacancies

How many nursery practitioner jobs are listed in the UK?: SchoolJobs currently lists 52 live nursery practitioner vacancies in the UK. The number changes as schools publish new vacancies and closing dates pass.
Where does this data come from, and is it free to apply?: From the DfE Teaching Vacancies service (Open Government Licence v3.0) and licensed feeds. Pay is shown exactly as published, a recruiter is named only where evidence confirms it (otherwise “Employer not confirmed”), and SchoolJobs never charges candidates.

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