Early Years Practitioner in Bradford

Full-time | BD10 | Nursery setting

Love muddy puddles, tiny triumphs, and helping little ones find their voice? This could be the role you’ve been waiting for. We’re working with a friendly, welcoming nursery in BD10 that’s looking for a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner to join their team full time. It’s a setting where children are curious, staff are supportive, and no two days look the same, in the best possible way.

What your days will look like:

• You’ll be right at the heart of the nursery, supporting children through play, exploration, and plenty of learning-through-laughter moments.
• From setting up engaging activities to helping with routines and building those all-important bonds, you’ll play a big part in helping children feel safe, confident, and ready to grow.

You’ll be:

• Supporting children aged 0–5 in line with the EYFS framework.
• Creating a warm, stimulating environment where every child feels included.
• Working closely with colleagues and parents to support each child’s development.
• Helping with observations, learning journals, and daily routines.

What we’re looking for:

• A Level 2 Early Years qualification (essential).
• A caring, patient approach and a genuine love for working with young children.
• A good understanding of EYFS and child development.
• Someone reliable, enthusiastic, and happy to muck in as part of a team.

Why this nursery?

This is a setting that really values its staff. You’ll be supported, listened to, and encouraged to develop, not just asked to get on with it. The team is close-knit, the leadership is approachable, and the focus is always on doing what’s right for the children.

What Protocol Education offers you:

• Weekly pay through PAYE, no umbrella faff.
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy.
• A dedicated consultant who actually gets Early Years.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles.
• Access to our FREE Thrive training, a great extra that schools and nurseries genuinely value.

If you’re ready for a role where you’re valued as much as the children you care for, we’d love to hear from you. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 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.

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