Nursery Officer

Permanent part-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference NO26_1769598031
Closing date February 27, 2026
Location Harrogate, United Kingdom
Type Part-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Nursery Officer - Bank Staff Team

North & East Leeds + Harrogate Flexible Hours | Full-time & Part-time | Half Days & Full Days Recruitment supported by Veritas Education Leeds - Early Years Division

Veritas Education Leeds is expanding our Early Years Bank Staff Team and we are currently recruiting enthusiastic, reliable Nursery Officers to work across a variety of private day nurseries in North Leeds, East Leeds, and Harrogate.

This is a fantastic opportunity for Early Years professionals who enjoy variety, flexibility, and the chance to support multiple high‑quality nursery settings.

About the Role

As a Nursery Officer with Veritas Education Leeds, you will work across a range of nurseries including:

  • Large, well‑established chain nurseries

  • Small, friendly, family‑run settings

  • Community‑focused early years provisions

    • You will support different teams across multiple sites, providing high‑quality care and education to children aged 0-5.

    We offer full-time, part-time, half-day, and full-day shifts to suit your lifestyle and availability.

    Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver high‑quality childcare in line with the EYFS

  • Support children's learning, development, and wellbeing

  • Work confidently across different nursery environments

  • Build positive relationships with staff, children, and families

  • Maintain safe, stimulating, and inclusive play spaces

  • Adapt quickly to new routines, policies, and team structures

    • What We're Looking For

  • Experience in Early Years (Nursery Assistant, Nursery Officer, Early Years Practitioner)

  • Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification desirable but not essential

  • Strong understanding of EYFS, Safeguarding, Child Development, SEND, Key Person Approach

  • Flexible, reliable, and confident working across multiple settings

  • Passionate about early childhood education and high‑quality practice

    • What We Offer

  • Flexible working patterns - choose the days and hours that suit you

  • Opportunities to work in a wide range of Early Years environments

  • Competitive hourly rates

  • Support from the Veritas Education Leeds Early Years Division

  • Ongoing CPD, training opportunities, and career development

  • A friendly, supportive team who value your skills and experience

    • Keywords & Early Years Acronyms Included

    Early Years Practitioner, Nursery Officer, Nursery Assistant, EYFS, SEND, DBS, Safeguarding, Child Development, Key Person, Continuous Provision, Bank Staff, Early Years Bank Team, Private Day Nursery, Leeds Nurseries, Harrogate Nurseries, Early Years Education, Nursery Chain, Community Nursery, Flexible Shifts, Part-time Nursery Work, Full-time Nursery Work, Early Years Recruitment, Veritas Education Leeds.

    If you're looking for flexible, rewarding work across a variety of high‑quality nursery settings, the Veritas Education Leeds Early Years Division would love to welcome you to our Nursery Officer Bank Staff Team.

    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.'

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