Agency Nursery Practitioner

Willing Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Willing Recruitment is seeking a Flexible Nursery Practitioner for Reading and surrounding areas, offering temporary and part-time shifts across various nursery settings. The role pays £16-£18 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications, with on-costs included.

You will support learning under the EYFS and build warm relationships with children and families, while adapting to different nursery environments and traveling between locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Qualified Early Years or Childcare qualification (Level 2/3+, BA or QTS).
• Previous experience in nursery, preschool, or similar setting.
• Ability to travel between locations; driving licence helpful but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development in line with the EYFS.
• Build warm relationships with children, parents and nursery teams.
• Adapt quickly to different nursery environments and follow daily routines.
• Create safe, inclusive spaces for children aged 0-5.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and confidentiality policies.

Skills

Flexible work

Proactive attitude

Travel between locations

Education

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

Job description

Agency Nursery Practitioner Willing Recruitment•Reading, United Kingdom

Flexible Nursery Practitioner – Reading and surrounding areas
£16 - £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 £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: WILL145677

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