Early Years Assistant

Take charge of your early years career with flexible supply work. We are recruiting Level 2 and Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to provide daily cover for outstanding early years providers near you.

Whether you want full 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM shifts five days a week, or just a couple of days to fit around your lifestyle, supply work puts you in complete control of your schedule.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

As a Supply Nursery Practitioner, no two days are the same! Your tasks will include:

• Flexible Classroom Support: Stepping into different early years settings and seamlessly supporting the permanent nursery team.
• Engaging Children: Leading fun, play-based educational activities based on the EYFS framework.
• High Standards of Care: Assisting with meal times, outdoor play, hygiene routines, and keeping children safe and engaged.
• Safeguarding: Maintaining strict adherence to safeguarding, health, and safety regulations at every nursery you visit.
• Positive Energy: Building instant rapport with nursery staff, children, and parents.

Why Choose Day-to-Day Supply Work?

• Ultimate Flexibility: You choose when, where, and how often you work.
• Work-Life Balance: No paperwork, no planning, and no key-child portfolios to update outside of your shift hours.
• Variety: Gain valuable experience across a variety of nurseries and pre-schools in the local area.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Qualified: NVQ / CACHE / NCFE Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare, Early Years, or equivalent.
• Knowledge: Solid understanding of the EYFS framework and UK safeguarding procedures.
• Adaptability: Confidence in stepping into new environments and hit the ground running.
• DBS: An Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

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