Early Years Practitioner

Charles Hunter Associates; Southampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding bonus £250

Weekly pay

Holiday pay

Free training

Free DBS for qualified staff

Job summary

Charles Hunter Associates is seeking Early Years Practitioners for temporary agency work in Southampton, with an onboarding bonus of £250. Pick and choose between 1 day a week or 5 days a week, with shifts from 08:00-18:00, 08:00-17:00, or 08:30-17:30, Monday to Friday.

You will deliver high-quality care and learning in line with EYFS, plan age-appropriate activities, observe and record progress, and act as a key person to build strong relationships with children and families.

Qualifications

• Experience in early years settings
• Must have Enhanced DBS on update service
• Familiarity with EYFS principles and safeguarding

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and learning experiences in line with EYFS.
• Plan and support age-appropriate activities that promote development.
• Observe, assess and record children’s progress with learning journeys.
• Act as a Key Person and build strong relationships with children and families.
• Support SEND and inclusive practices as part of daily care

Skills

Early years experience

Enhanced DBS (update service)

Education

Level 2/3 Early Years qualification

Job description

£15 - £20 per week + weekly pay + holiday pay

Early Years

POSTED ON

06 AUGUST 2026

REFERENCE

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Early Years Practitioners required for Temporary Agency work in Southampton - Onboarding Bonus of £250- Level 3 in Childcare is essential

This is a perfect position if you are looking for Temporary Nursery work to fit around studies or other commitments. We are looking for candidates with a real passion for childcare and want to make a difference to a child's day.

Pick and choose between 1 day a week or 5 days a week. Working hours we require either 08:00-18:00, 08:00-17:00, or 08:30-17:30 Monday to Friday. This is an Agency position so there is alot of flexibility .

Hourly rates between £15.00- £20.00 (PAYE AND UMBRELLA RATES)

Depending on experience and Qualification

Duties of an Agency Years Practitioner

• Deliver high-quality care and learning experiences in line with the EYFS framework.
• Plan and support age-appropriate activities that promote children's development across all areas of learning.
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress, maintaining accurate and up-to-date learning records (e.g. observations, next steps, learning journeys).
• Act as a Key Person, building strong, secure relationships with assigned children and their families.
• Support children to reach their full potential, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), in line with the SEND Code of Practice.

Essential Qualifications

• A full and relevant Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification (as defined by the Department for Education and meeting EYFS requirements)
• Essential Experience and Knowledge
• Experience working in an early years setting
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Awareness of inclusive practice and SEND Desirable

What we require from you

• Passion for working with children
• Confident and committed
• Full of energy for a busy day!
• Experience with siblings, baby sitting or within a childcare/education setting
• Enhanced DBS on the update service
• Level 3 in Childcare

Benefits of being an Early Years practitioner

• Increased hourly rate of pay
• Holiday pay
• Weekly pay
• Free Training
• Work on the days you want
• Free DBS for Qualified staff
• Easy onboarding process
• Shifts within 1-2 weeks

We have numerous positions available across Hove , feel free to contact me for an informal chat on 01189 485555 or email [e-mail]