Nursery Nurse jobs in Derby
Looking for a Fulfilling Role as a Nursery Nurse? If you're passionate about supporting young children and want a rewarding role with flexible shifts, competitive pay, and dedicated support, we have excellent opportunities for you!
Join our enthusiastic team as a Nursery Nurse or Nursery Assistant and help shape children’s development during their vital early years.
As a Nursery Nurse, you’ll play a key role in nurturing children’s growth, learning, and well-being. We offer a variety of flexible roles that let you create a positive impact while building a career in early childhood education that aligns with your goals and lifestyle.
We work with nurseries across diverse settings, supporting children from all backgrounds and with varying developmental needs. Our placements are designed to help you grow while making a meaningful difference in the lives of young children.
As a Nursery Nurse or Nursery Assistant, you’ll be confident in:
Supporting play, creativity, and social interaction
Assisting with age-appropriate learning activities
Helping with meals, including preparation and serving
Providing personal care and ensuring children’s safety
Creating warm, engaging, and stimulating environments
Requirements to Apply for Nursery Nurse Jobs:
Must be 18 or older
Right to work in the UK
Willingness to travel (some placements may require transport access)
Strong spoken and written English
Enhanced DBS (can be arranged during registration – fee refundable after 100 hours worked*)
Why Choose Us for Your Nursery Nurse Career?
Flexible Shifts & Locations: Work when and where it suits you best.
Diverse Settings: From local nurseries to broader opportunities, find a fit that matches your experience and preferences.
Competitive Pay & Perks: We recognise your dedication with great rates and benefits.
National Reach, Local Support: Enjoy the best of both worlds—nationwide opportunities with a strong local presence.
Start Your Journey Today - Explore our Nursery Nurse and Nursery Assistant jobs and take the next step in your early years career. With our ongoing support, you’ll thrive while making a real difference in the lives of children.
Join the leading healthcare recruitment agency in Derby, committed to connecting passionate carers with fulfilling opportunities.
If you are a compassionate individual in search of a fulfilling career in care within Derby, you've come to the right place. Become part of Nurseplus and engage with a community that values your skills and dedication to high-quality healthcare.
Why Choose Nurseplus Derby?
Exceptional Opportunities: Nurseplus collaborates with top healthcare institutions in Derby, providing a wide array of nursing positions tailored to your skills and preferences, whether you're an experienced professional or a recent graduate.
Competitive Pay Rates: Nurseplus appreciates your expertise and hard work, offering competitive compensation packages to acknowledge and reward your commitment.
Flexible Lifestyle Options: Achieve a healthy work-life balance with Nurseplus by choosing shifts and schedules that align with your lifestyle and personal commitments.
What is Required to Join Nurseplus Derby?
We are looking for individuals who embody our core values: Trustworthy, Positive, and Caring. All Nurseplus recruits share a genuine passion for care, regardless of their experience level; the only requirement is a desire to provide quality care. Our industry-leading mandatory training will equip you with the essential skills needed to work in care with Nurseplus, and your local branch will offer the necessary support.
When you join Nurseplus Derby, you will be assigned to specific roles that match your skills, enabling you to provide care across various healthcare environments we operate in. With Nurseplus, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with a selection of reputable care providers in your community, including nursing homes and childcare support services in Derby.
How to Join Your Local Nurseplus Derby Branch
If you're ready to become part of our team and advance your care career, follow these straightforward steps:
Explore Open Positions: Visit our jobs page to find available care roles in Derby.
Submit Your Application: Fill out our simple online application form, showcasing your skills, experience, and enthusiasm for care work.
Join Us for an Interview: If your qualifications align with the role, our healthcare recruitment team will contact you for an interview.
Welcome to Nurseplus: Once selected, you'll be embraced by a supportive community dedicated to enhancing healthcare in Derby.
Reach out to Your Local Nurseplus Branch in Derby
Connect with our local Nurseplus branch in Derby to discover rewarding care opportunities, where we provide care and companionship to those in need while supporting our communities. As part of our diverse team of dedicated care professionals, you'll collaborate with experienced carers from various backgrounds to deliver reliable, knowledgeable, friendly, and compassionate services.
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I have been using Nurseplus across the country for the past three years and have found them consistently among the best providers on our Preferred Supplier List. They are very quick to respond to any concerns and deal with them effectively. There are very few errors in the ad-hoc shift cover provided and on the whole the staff provided are excellent.
Creative Support - Alex Hunter, Team Leader
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The office staff are always helpful and answer any questions you have quickly. Great flexibility & enough work; you can pick when/where you work, support or care homes. Overall a very positive experience with an approachable, professional office team that supports you whenever.
Nurseplus - Healthcare Assistant, Canterbury
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As the partnership continues to develop we have been able to significantly reduce our agency spend and number of agencies in use. The efficiency of processes and consistency of quality workers provided by Nurseplus enable us to focus on delivering quality care to the people we support.
Voyage Care - Nicola Little, Head of Resourcing
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Working at the Chester branch is great! The staff are really knowledgeable and helpful and there is always plenty of work available in multiple areas and disciplines.
Nurseplus - Support Worker, Chester
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I joined the Central Recruitment Service at Nurseplus two years ago and I have received continuous support and mentorship from my manager and colleagues resulting in two promotions!
Nurseplus - Recruitment Team Leader, Liverpool
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Nurseplus not only provides a great place to work but also a platform for career development. Everyone has the opportunity to express themselves and really develop as individuals.
Nurseplus - Area Manager
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I have been using Nurseplus across the country for the past three years and have found them consistently among the best providers on our Preferred Supplier List. They are very quick to respond to any concerns and deal with them effectively. There are very few errors in the ad-hoc shift cover provided and on the whole the staff provided are excellent.
Creative Support - Alex Hunter, Team Leader
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"I joined as a Recruitment Consultant in 2013, my colleagues supported me with training & confidence. Over the past 6 years, I've learnt so much and am now a Branch Manager. There is a wealth of knowledge within the support system at Nurseplus, I have never been short of someone to call on if needed."