Early Years Nursery/Creche Worker

First Steps Enterprise Limited; Sefton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A childcare organization is seeking Early Years Nursery/Creche Workers on a bank staff basis to support children’s learning across various settings. The role demands a Level 2 childcare qualification, strong communication skills, and flexibility. This opportunity suits individuals looking for adaptable shifts while making a meaningful impact on children's lives.

Qualifications

• A minimum of Level 2 childcare qualification is essential.
• Previous experience in nurseries/early years settings is desirable.
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development principles.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development through play.
• Be a 'key person' to a small group of children.
• Promote positive relationships in the early years setting.

Skills

Good communication and teamwork skills

Passion and enthusiasm for working with young children

Flexibility to work across different settings

Education

Level 2 childcare qualification

Tools

EYFS framework knowledge

Job description

Job Title: Early Years Nursery/Creche Worker

Hours: As required
Position: Bank Staff – casual basis Pay: From 12.21 per hour, plus leave allowance
Venues:

footprints@hattonhill nursery, Alwyn Avenue, Litherland, L21 9NZ

footprints@netherton nursery, Netherton Family Wellbeing Centre, Magdalen Square, Netherton, L30 5QH

Opportunities also available across nurseries and children’s centres in Merseyside.

We are looking for enthusiastic and flexible Early Years Practitioners to join our bank staff team, working on a casual basis across our nurseries and crèche settings.

You’ll be part of a friendly and supportive team, helping to create safe, stimulating, and nurturing environments where children can learn, play, and thrive.

This is a great opportunity for qualified childcare practitioners who want flexible shifts that fit around studies, family, or lifestyle—while making a real difference in children’s lives

The purpose of the role is to:

• Support children’s learning
• Be a ‘key person’ to a small group of children and build positive relationships with their families
• and development through play.
• Protect and promote the health and well-being of children.
• Ensure that safeguarding procedures are followed.
• Promote positive relationships in the early years setting.

What We are Looking For

• A minimum of Level 2 childcare qualification (essential).
• Passion and enthusiasm for working with young children.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work across different settings.
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development principles.
• Previous experience in nurseries/early years settings (desirable).

First Steps Enterprise Limited is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.

We VERY strongly advise you to apply your skills and experience to the person specification when completing your application, which is via the link below, where you can upload your CV. We will need an application form at a later stage, but for now, please upload your CV via ‘Apply Now’ link below. Interviews will take place soon. No agencies, please.

If you are not working, you may be able to access assistance via our Paths to Prosperity programme , the staff of whom are completely separate from the recruitment and selection team.