Agency Nursery Practitioner

Willing care; Taplow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A childcare service provider is seeking a qualified Nursery Practitioner for flexible, temporary work across various nurseries in Reading. Responsibilities include supporting children's learning, building positive relationships, and creating safe learning environments for ages 0-5. Ideal candidates should have relevant Early Years qualifications and previous nursery experience. Competitive pay and flexible working hours are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible working hours

Variety of shifts

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a nursery, preschool, or other early years setting.
• Ability to work flexibly across multiple nurseries and client sites.
• A proactive and reliable attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support children's development in line with the EYFS framework.
• Build positive relationships with children and parents.
• Create inclusive learning spaces for children aged 0-5.

Skills

Support children's learning

Relationship building

Adaptability to environments

Create safe learning spaces

Education

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

Job description

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.

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.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 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).

Benefits:

• 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.