Childcare Practitioner - Nursery

Simply Education Ltd; Alsager; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational consultancy is seeking a Childcare Practitioner for supply bookings in Alsager. This role offers part-time hours and can lead to permanent opportunities. Candidates should have a passion for education, a good knowledge of EYFS curriculum, and at least 6 months experience in a nursery. The successful applicant will enjoy competitive pay, free CPD courses, and flexible scheduling. Immediate start available for suitable candidates.

Benefits

Your own dedicated consultant

FREE CPD courses

£100/£75 Amazon Voucher referral scheme

Qualifications

• At least 6 months experience working within a nursery.
• Knowledge of EYFS curriculum.
• 10-year checkable work/education history.
• Proof of 'Right to Work in the UK'.
• Pass a comprehensive DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Assist in teaching and supporting children in EYFS.
• Create a safe and supportive environment.
• Build relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

Skills

Passion for education

Ability to build relationships

Initiative and teamwork

Experience with UK curriculum

Job description

Job Overview

Here at Simply Education we are currently recruiting for Childcare Practitioners who are able to work across EYFS for supply bookings, short‑term work or long‑term roles based in Alsager. These bookings often can lead to permanent opportunities and offer flexibility to candidates looking to work part‑time hours.

• Salary: £12.82 to £14.61 per hour
• Location: Alsager
• Start: Immediate start available!
• Hours: Flexible, no weekends

We have built great relationships with many nurseries and pre‑schools in the area and the demand for supply is growing – so we need you!

Ideal Candidate

• Have at least 6 months experience working within a nursery – if you are passionate about this as a potential career, your application will still be considered.
• Have a good knowledge of the EYFS curriculum.
• 10‑year checkable work/education history.
• Proof of ‘Right to Work in the UK’.
• Pass a comprehensive DBS check and two years of referencing – all offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks.

What We Are Looking For

• Real passion for education and learning.
• The ability to develop good relationships with pupils, parents, carers and colleagues.
• Adaptable and reliable.
• Ability to use your own initiative to work as part of a team.
• Experience of the UK curriculum; minimum 6 months.

Benefits

• Your own dedicated consultant (Kevin Gleave).
• 24/7 access to your dedicated consultant via phone/text/email.
• Exclusive access to our Educational Development Managers.
• FREE CPD courses.
• Access to online lesson resourcing.
• A variety of daily and long‑term positions to suit your needs.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Minimal administration (no time sheets!).
• Email and SMS verification of bookings.
• Online diary of bookings and school directions.
• Easy to use ‘Availability’ system.
• £100/£75 Amazon Voucher referral scheme.

How to Apply

If you’re interested in this role of childcare practitioner, please click ‘apply now’ to forward an up‑to‑date copy of your CV or call Kevin Gleave on (phone number removed). If this job isn’t quite right for you but you are looking for a new job in education, please still contact your local Cheshire office on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on your career and different opportunities that are available.