Early Years Practitioner

Early Years Practitioner

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference Leedsqual_1783577649

Closing date August 8, 2026

Location Leeds, United Kingdom

Type Full-Time

Status Permanent

Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Nursery Practitioner - Long-Term & Part-Time Opportunities Across Leeds

Location: Leeds
Organisation: Veritas Education

Are you looking for a rewarding role in early years that offers flexibility, stability, and the chance to make a real difference in children's lives?

Veritas Education is currently recruiting Nursery Practitioners to work across a range of friendly and welcoming nursery settings throughout Leeds. Whether you're looking for a long-term position or part-time work to fit around your lifestyle, we have opportunities to suit you.

We are looking for both Level 2 or Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners and unqualified candidates with previous experience working with children. If you have a passion for helping young children learn, develop, and thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

Working with Veritas Education gives you the opportunity to gain experience in a variety of nursery settings, build your confidence, and find a role that matches your skills and career goals. You'll be joining supportive teams where your contribution is valued, and every day brings the chance to make a positive impact during a child's early years.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting children's learning and development through engaging play-based activities
• Creating a safe, caring, and stimulating environment
• Building positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Supporting observations and children's learning journeys
• Encouraging children's confidence, independence, and wellbeing
• Following safeguarding and welfare procedures at all times

Requirements:

• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification, or
• Previous experience working with children in a nursery, childcare, school, or similar setting
• A caring, enthusiastic, and reliable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children's development
• Understanding of the EYFS framework is beneficial

What's on Offer:

• Long-term and part-time opportunities across Leeds
• Competitive rates of pay
• Flexible working to suit your availability
• Friendly and supportive nursery teams
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities to secure permanent positions
• A rewarding career where every day brings new experiences and the chance to make a lasting difference

If you're looking for your next Nursery Practitioner opportunity in Leeds, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today by sending your CV to: BHeacock@veritas-education.com

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'