Agency Nursery Practitioner

Willing Recruitment; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Willing Recruitment is seeking a qualified Nursery Practitioner for flexible, temporary work in Basingstoke and surrounding areas. Opportunities range from occasional cover shifts to longer block bookings, designed to fit around your schedule.

You will support children's learning under EYFS, build warm relationships with families and nursery teams, adapt to different settings, and ensure safe, inclusive spaces for children aged 0–5.

Qualifications

• A full and relevant Early Years or Childcare qualification (Level 2, Level 3 or above, BA, or QTS).
• Previous experience working in a nursery, preschool, or other early years setting.
• Ability to work flexibly across multiple nurseries and client sites.
• A proactive, reliable attitude and genuine passion for working with children.
• Ability to travel between locations (driving licence is helpful but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Support children’s learning and development in line with the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) framework.
• Build warm, positive relationships with children, parents, and nursery teams.
• Adapt quickly to different nursery environments and follow daily routines.
• Create safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning spaces for children aged 0–5 years.
• Follow all safeguarding, health & safety, and confidentiality policies.

Skills

Nursery experience

Flexibility across nurseries

Proactive attitude

Travel between locations

Driving licence helpful

Education

Early Years or Childcare qualification (Level 2/3 or above, BA, or QTS)

Job description

Flexible Nursery Practitioner – Basingstoke and surrounding areas
£15 - £18 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

*Hourly Rates are inclusive of all oncosts

Are you a qualified Nursery Practitioner looking for flexible, temporary work in Basingstoke and surrounding areas? We have ongoing opportunities for Qualified Early Years Practitioners to work across a variety of nursery settings – from occasional cover shifts to longer block bookings – all designed to fit around your schedule.

What We’re Looking For

• A full and relevant Early Years or Childcare qualification (Level 2, Level 3 or above, BA, or QTS).
• Previous experience working in a nursery, preschool, or other early years setting.
• Ability to work flexibly across multiple nurseries and client sites.
• A proactive, reliable attitude and genuine passion for working with children.
• Ability to travel between locations (driving licence is helpful but not essential).

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay: up to £18 per hour depending on qualifications and experience, as well available shifts
• Flexible working – choose your own days and hours.
• Variety of shifts in different nursery and early years settings.
• Opportunities to build your experience and skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children’s learning and development in line with the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) framework.
• Build warm, positive relationships with children, parents, and nursery teams.
• Adapt quickly to different nursery environments and follow daily routines.
• Create safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning spaces for children aged 0–5 years.
• Follow all safeguarding, health & safety, and confidentiality policies.

Reference: WILL208734

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