Childcare Practitioner - Nursery

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

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking Childcare Practitioners in Sandbach. The role offers flexible hours without weekends and opportunities for both short-term and long-term positions. Candidates should have at least 6 months of nursery experience, strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum, and must pass compliance checks. This position offers competitive pay, 24/7 consultant support, and opportunities for professional development through free CPD courses.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant access

FREE CPD courses

£100/£75 Amazon Voucher referral scheme

Qualifications

• At least 6 months experience working within a nursery.
• Compliance with enhanced DBS check and references.
• Proof of Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Work across EYFS for supply bookings.
• Provide flexible childcare without weekends.
• Develop relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.

Skills

Experience working within a nursery

Good knowledge of the EYFS curriculum

Ability to develop relationships

Adaptable and reliable

Initiative to work as part of a team

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 Sandbach.

Salary: £13.68 to £16.16 per hour (dependent on experience).

Location: Sandbach.

Start: Immediate start available.

Hours: Flexible, no weekends.

These bookings often can lead to permanent opportunities, as well as offering flexibility to candidates looking to work part‑time hours.

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

Candidate Requirements

• At least 6 months experience working within a nursery (application also considered for those passionate about pursuing a career in childcare).
• Good knowledge of the EYFS curriculum.
• 10‑year checkable work and education history.
• Compliance: enhanced DBS check completed, 2‑year referencing conducted; all offers conditional upon satisfactory background checks.
• Proof of Right to Work in the UK.

Desired Traits

• Real passion for education and learning.
• Ability to develop good relationships with pupils, parents, carers and colleagues.
• Adaptable and reliable.
• 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 timesheets!).
• 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 as a childcare practitioner, please click apply now to forward an up‑to‑date copy of your CV or call Kevin Gleave on the provided number.

If this job isn’t quite right for you but you are looking for a new role in education, please contact your local Cheshire office for a confidential discussion on your career and other opportunities that are available.