Casual Nursery Nurse

Storal Learning Ltd; Newsham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading nursery in Maidstone seeks a Level 2 qualified Early Years Educator to provide flexible childcare support. Responsibilities include engaging children in creative activities and ensuring adherence to EYFS standards. The role offers competitive pay, performance-related bonuses, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

50% childcare discount

Annual wellness day

Learning and development support

Confidential counselling through Employee Assistance Programme

20 days holidays + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Qualified Early Years Educator / Practitioner / Nursery Nurse or similar.
• Experience working with children under 5 is advantageous.
• Knowledge of EYFS is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide cover for children during holidays, sickness, or vacancies.
• Engage children in arts, crafts, storytelling, and educational games.
• Maintain EYFS standards while allowing creative flair.

Skills

Creativity

Nurturing

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 qualification in early years

Job description

Nursery: Hemsley House Nursery School, Maidstone, Kent, ME16

Hours: Casual, variable hours, Monday-Friday

Salary: £12.21 - £13.05 per hour (dependent on qualifications and experience)

Benefits: Performance-related bonus, 50% childcare discount, wellness day, and much more

About Hemsley House Nursery School

Two beautifully converted, large Victorian homes house our Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ Hemsley House Nursery School in Maidstone.

About you

You are a Level 2 or above qualified Early Years Educator / Practitioner / Nursery Nurse or similar, seeking a role with flexible shifts around your commitments.

You support and encourage young children’s natural curiosity and excitement, and are passionate about shaping the future of younger generations.

You possess a nurturing, open, warm, and positive outlook, and care about learning and education standards in the UK.

(We may consider unqualified Educators if you demonstrate the necessary values and enthusiasm. Submit an application—nothing ventured, nothing gained!)

What you'll be doing

You will provide cover for children as needed, during holidays, sickness, or vacancies, supporting full days or just mornings/afternoons. You will often start with a plan, but flexibility and adaptability are key, as child care often requires pivoting.

Creativity is essential. Activities include arts and crafts, storytelling, exercise, and educational games. Keeping activities engaging and within EYFS standards, while allowing your creative flair, is encouraged.

What you'll need

• A full and relevant Level 2 or above qualification in early years (consideration for unqualified Educators with the right qualities).
• Experience working with children under 5 is advantageous.
• Knowledge of the EYFS is desirable.
• Alignment with Storal values: responsibility, openness, teamwork.

What you'll get

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• Performance-related bonuses
• 50% childcare discount
• Annual wellness day off
• Discounts via Perkbox
• Holidays: 20 days + bank holidays, increasing with service
• Learning and development support
• Confidential counselling through Employee Assistance Programme

About us

This nursery is part of Storal, a group across England committed to high standards, teamwork, and growth. We value safeguarding and require all staff to undergo background checks, DBS, and references.