Bank Staff Nursery Practitioner

Family First Nursery Group; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in the UK is looking for dedicated Early Years Educators to join their team. The ideal candidates should hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education and have a passion for working with children. This role offers flexibility with shift patterns and emphasizes a nurturing environment for children. You will be responsible for engaging with kids, maintaining safety, and supporting their learning through interactive activities and a strong commitment to safeguarding standards.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

User-friendly app for shifts and pay

Training and development opportunities

Recognition programs

Support from dedicated Flex Partner

Qualifications

• Recognition of safeguarding practices to ensure child safety.
• Ability to communicate clearly with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Empathy and energy to make a meaningful difference.

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily hygiene maintenance and room set-up standards are met.
• Implement EYFS using fun, interactive activities.
• Uphold health and safety standards.
• Create a nurturing and welcoming environment.

Skills

Childcare knowledge

Communication

Passion for early years education

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education

Job description

Job Description

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators!

We’re looking for dedicated, energetic Early Years Educators holding a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education. Whether you’re balancing studies, managing childcare, or re‑entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support, and growth.

Why Choose Family First Flex?

Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK’s leading childcare provider by placing families – children, parents and colleagues – at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child‑centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive.

What You’ll Love About Us:

• Flexibility: Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your lifestyle.

• Simplicity: Easily manage your shifts and pay using our user‑friendly app – designed to make your work life hassle‑free.

• Variety: Choose the option that suits you best, whether that’s focusing on one nursery or covering multiple locations locally.

• Growth: Enhance your skills with our training and development plans, plus access internal opportunities such as apprenticeships and permanent roles.

• Recognition: Look forward to weekly pay and the chance to shine as our Flex Colleague of the Month.

• Support: Enjoy a comprehensive induction, uniform, and ongoing training – with a dedicated Flex Partner as your point of contact for any support you need.

What The Role Involves:

• Essential Cover: Step in to ensure that daily tasks such as hygiene maintenance and room set‑up are completed to the highest standards in our nurseries.

• Engage and Educate: Work closely with your colleagues to implement the EYFS, using fun, interactive activities to spark children’s curiosity and learning.

• Prioritise Safety: Uphold robust safeguarding measures while always maintaining health and safety standards.

• Foster a Nurturing Environment: Collaborate with your team to create a cheerful, secure, and welcoming space where every child feels valued.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Experience & Qualifications: We welcome candidates with a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education (e.g., NVQ, CACHE or BTEC), ensuring a strong foundation in early years practices.

• Safeguarding: You must be committed to child protection and have a solid understanding of safeguarding practices to ensure a safe, nurturing environment.

• Communication: You should be able to communicate clearly and effectively with children, parents and colleagues in both written and spoken English.

• Passion: We’re looking for someone who is empathetic, energetic and driven to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children.

Apply Today!

Take the next step and explore a role that fits your lifestyle while making a positive impact on children’s lives. Apply now, and our recruitment team will guide you through the process. We look forward to welcoming you to the Family First community!

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Prevent Duty.

Family First Group takes great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti‑discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.