Agency Nursery Practitioner

Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for early years practitioners seeks a Flexible Nursery Practitioner in the Reading area. This role offers competitive pay up to £19.70 per hour, flexible working hours, and opportunities to work across various nursery settings. Ideal candidates will have a relevant childcare qualification and experience working with children. Apply today to embark on a flexible career journey.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible working hours

Variety of shifts

Opportunities to build experience

Qualifications

• Must have a full and relevant Early Years or Childcare qualification.
• Previous nursery or preschool experience is essential.
• Ability to work flexibly across locations is required.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development in line with EYFS.
• Build positive relationships with children and parents.
• Create inclusive and stimulating learning spaces.

Skills

Early Years or Childcare qualification

Experience in a nursery or preschool setting

Flexibility to work across multiple nurseries

Proactive and reliable attitude

Ability to travel between locations

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification

BA or QTS qualification

Job description

Flexible Nursery Practitioner – Reading and surrounding areas
Up to £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 Reading 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 £19.70 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.

Apply today to start your flexible journey as an Agency Nursery Practitioner in the Reading area.