Nursery Assistant

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference EYP Harrogate_1785783609
Closing date September 3, 2026
Location Leeds, United Kingdom. Wetherby, United Kingdom. Harrogate, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Nursery Practitioner - Flexible Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities

Location: HarrogateOrganisation: Veritas Education

Are you passionate about working with children and looking for a flexible role that fits around your lifestyle?

Veritas Education is recruiting Nursery Practitioners to work in welcoming nursery settings across the Harrogate area. We are looking for Level 2 or Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioners, although candidates with previous experience working with children are also encouraged to apply.

Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time work, we have flexible opportunities to suit your availability.

The Role

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

  • Support children's learning and development through fun, engaging, and play-based activities
  • Create a safe, caring, and stimulating environment
  • Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
  • Encourage children's confidence, independence, and wellbeing
  • Support observations and children's learning journeys
  • Follow safeguarding and nursery policies at all times
  • We're Looking For

  • Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare (preferred)
  • Candidates with previous experience working with children are welcome to apply
  • A caring, enthusiastic, and reliable approach
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • A passion for supporting children's learning and development
  • An understanding of the EYFS framework is beneficial
  • What's on Offer?

  • Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Work in a variety of friendly and welcoming nursery settings across Harrogate
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Flexible shifts to fit around your lifestyle
  • Dedicated support from the Veritas Education team
  • A rewarding role where you can make a real difference in children's lives every day
  • If you're looking for flexible work in the Harrogate area and enjoy helping children learn, grow, and thrive, 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.'