Childcare Practitioner - Early Years Educator

Simply Education Ltd; Newcastle-under-Lyme; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated education recruitment agency in the UK is seeking enthusiastic Childcare Practitioners for flexible roles in nurseries and early years settings across Stoke-on-Trent. The position offers opportunities for short-term and long-term placements with competitive pay rates ranging from £13.68 to £16.25 per hour. Ideal candidates will have experience in early years education and a strong understanding of the EYFS framework. Join a supportive team with career progression opportunities and minimal administration involved.

Benefits

Free CPD and development opportunities

Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay

Referral bonus scheme

Qualifications

• At least six months' experience in a nursery or early years environment.
• Strong understanding of EYFS framework.
• Willingness to complete an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating environment for children aged 0-5 years.
• Deliver EYFS-aligned learning activities.
• Encourage children's development through structured play.

Skills

Understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Experience in nursery or early years environment

Ability to provide checkable work history

Communication skills

Job description

Childcare Practitioner - Early Years Educator

Location: Kidsgrove
Job Type: Supply | Short-Term | Long-Term
Pay Rate: £13.68 - £16.25 per hour
Flexible Hours | No Weekends | Career Progression Opportunities

About the Role

Simply Education is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Childcare Practitioners to support nurseries and early years settings across Stoke-on-Trent and surrounding areas. Opportunities include flexible supply work, short-term placements, and long-term roles, with many positions offering the potential for permanent employment.

Requirements

• At least six months' experience in a nursery or early years environment (motivated newcomers are also encouraged to apply).
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Ability to provide a 10-year checkable work and education history.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to complete professional references for the past two years and undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children aged 0-5 years.
• Deliver and support EYFS-aligned learning activities.
• Encourage children's communication, social development and independence through structured play.
• Build positive, professional relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, safety and wellbeing at all times.

Why Join Simply Education?

• A dedicated recruitment consultant available to support you.
• Free CPD and development opportunities, including Safeguarding, EYFS, and Behaviour Management.
• Access to online lesson and activity resources.
• Minimal administration – no paper timesheets.
• User-friendly online system to manage your availability.
• Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay.
• Referral bonus scheme – earn up to £100/£75 in Amazon vouchers for successful referrals.

How to Apply

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