Early Years Practitioner

Prospero Teaching; West of England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Opportunities to work across nurseries

Weekly pay

CPD access

Job summary

Prospero Teaching are recruiting an Early Years Practitioner to join a welcoming primary school and support their on-site nursery provision. This role focuses on supporting children aged 3-4 in a safe, creative and nurturing environment.

You will work with the nursery team to deliver engaging activities, promote learning through play, and help ensure a positive early years experience. Flexible shifts and potential long-term opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent).
• Experience in a nursery or early years setting.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and learning experiences in line with the EYFS.
• Build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment.
• Support children's emotional and physical development.
• Follow safeguarding and health & safety procedures.

Skills

Flexible

Proactive

Caring

Education

Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years

Job description

Early Years Practitioner - Nursery

Location: Bristol

Start Date: (November)

Pay: £14.66 per hour PAYE / £16.14 per hour Umbrella

Contract Type: Temporary with potential for long‑term opportunities

Hours: 8.30-17:30 - All year round

About the Role

Prospero Teaching are currently recruiting an Early Years Practitioner to join a welcoming primary school and support their on‑site nursery provision. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about early years education, who enjoys supporting children aged 3-4 in a safe, creative, and nurturing environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with the nursery team to deliver engaging activities, support learning through play, and help promote a positive early years experience for all children.

What We Offer

• Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle - choose your shifts!
• Opportunities to work across a range of nurseries and early years settings
• Competitive hourly rates and weekly pay
• Supportive agency team and access to ongoing CPD
• Option for long-term placements or ad-hoc cover

Your Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and learning experiences in line with the EYFS
• Build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment
• Support children's emotional and physical development
• Follow safeguarding and health & safety procedures

Requirements

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent)
• Previous experience in a nursery or early years setting
• A flexible, proactive, and caring approach
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Right to work in the UK

Whether you're looking for full-time hours, part‑time flexibility, or term‑time only work - we'd love to hear from you!

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