Nursery Practitioner

Early Years Practitioner Opportunities - Flexible Hours in Leeds Organisation: Veritas Education Location: Leeds Are you looking for an early years role that genuinely fits around your life-not the other way around? Veritas Education is partnering with a welcoming and forward-thinking nursery in Leeds, offering flexible opportunities designed entirely around your availability-whether you're seeking part-time, full-time, or occasional shifts. This is more than just a job-it's a chance to shape your working week to suit your lifestyle, commitments, and goals, while still being part of a supportive, friendly, and professional team. The nursery offers a calm, nurturing environment where children thrive. With a strong focus on outdoor learning and wellbeing, children are encouraged to explore, stay active, and connect with nature-supporting their development through creativity, fresh air, and meaningful daily experiences. In this role, you'll play a vital part in creating a safe, inspiring, and joyful space where children can flourish. From leading outdoor adventures to encouraging imaginative play, every day brings variety, purpose, and the opportunity to make a real difference. This opportunity is perfect for both qualified practitioners and those with hands-on childcare experience who value flexibility. It's also ideal if you're returning to early years or want to stay connected to the sector without committing to fixed hours. What we're looking for: Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification, or relevant childcare experience A warm, caring, and enthusiastic approach Confidence supporting outdoor and play-based learning Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset A genuine passion for supporting children's development and wellbeing Basic safeguarding knowledge (or willingness to learn)What's on offer: Truly flexible working patterns - part-time, full-time, or ad hoc shifts A role built around your availability Competitive rates of pay A welcoming, supportive team environment The opportunity to work in a setting that prioritises wellbeing and outdoor learningIf you're ready for a role that offers flexibility, variety, and genuinely rewarding work, we'd love to hear from you: 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 interviewVeritas 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