Agency Nursery Practitioner

Tops Day Nurseries; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 15,229 - 21,690; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

60% childcare discount

Blue Light Card discounts

Health & wellbeing support

Birthday off & wellbeing day

Job summary

Tops Day Nurseries in Christchurch, Dorset, is recruiting Agency Nursery Assistants to support nurseries across multiple locations. This flexible role offers exposure to different early years settings and the chance to help children aged 0-5 develop and thrive.

You will assist staff with daily routines, play-based learning, and creating a safe, nurturing environment. DBS checks are required or willingness to obtain one; travel between sites may be needed.

Qualifications

• DBS check (or willingness to obtain)
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Experience with young children desirable

Responsibilities

• Assist nursery staff in caring for children aged 0–5.
• Support daily routines: feeding, changing, toilet training.
• Engage children with play-based activities.
• Create a safe, clean, and nurturing environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and nursery teams.
• Work across multiple nursery locations as needed.

Skills

Flexible

Communication

Team player

Passion for childcare

Education

Early Years qualification (Level 2/3)

Job description

Location: Christchurch, Dorset, United Kingdom Dorset

Job type: Full Time Contract

Salary: £13.40 Hour

Contracted Hours: Bank, 0 hours contract

About The Role

Are you passionate about working with children and looking for a flexible role in childcare? We are recruiting for Agency Nursery Assistants to join our team and support nurseries across multiple locations.

As an Agency Nursery Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work in different early years settings, providing essential support to nurseries in your area. This flexible role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety, working with different teams, and making a positive impact on children’s lives.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• Up to 60% childcare discount at Tops Day Nurseries
• Exclusive discounts & rewards via Blue Light Card and Each Person platform (gyms, cinema, shopping, travel & many more)
• Health & wellbeing support- NHS prescriptions, optical care & dental treatment
• A generous holiday allowance- including your birthday off & a wellbeing day!

As well as many more exciting benefits! You can view the full list on our page or Careers website!

What does the role involve?

• Assisting nursery staff in the care and supervision of children aged 0-5.
• Supporting daily routines such as feeding, changing, and helping children with toilet training.
• Engaging with children through fun and educational activities.
• Creating a safe, clean, and nurturing environment.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents, and nursery teams.
• Working across multiple nursery locations based on staffing needs.

What are we looking for?

• Level 2 or 3 Early Years Qualification is desirable, but not essential.
• Experience working with young children in a nursery or early years setting is desirable but not essential.
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s development and well‑being.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in different locations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Important Safeguarding Information

• Hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service. If you don’t yet have one, you’ll need to cover the cost.
• Be eligible to work in regulated roles- not on the Children’s Barred List.
• Successfully complete background and reference checks.

At Tops Day Nurseries, we are an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.