Flexible Early Years Practitioner (Babies & Toddlers)

Childbase Partnership Limited; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 19,286; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts across nurseries

Long-service rewards & qualification-b

Well-being support: meals, health

Academy training & apprenticeships

Job summary

Childbase Partnership Limited is seeking a Relief Nursery Practitioner to provide care for babies and young children at Lime Grove Day Nursery in Hemel Hempstead.

The role offers varied relief shifts across nurseries, with a focus on safeguarding, play-based learning and strong collaboration with families and staff. DBS checks and right to work in the UK are required; NHS wellbeing and development opportunities are included.

Qualifications

• Good communication and partnership skills with children, parents and colleagues.
• Knowledge of child development and EYFS knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care for babies and children aged five and under in an early years environment.
• Implement engaging play and exploration activities planned by the Key Person to support children’s learning journeys.
• Contribute to observations and support children’s learning journeys.
• Advocate for safeguarding and ensure children feel safe, valued and their well‑being is promoted.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents and children, building strong positive relationships.

Skills

Communication skills

Observation skills

Safeguarding awareness

Teamwork

Education

DfE approved early years qualification at level 2 or above

Job description

Childbase Partnership Limited is seeking a Relief Nursery Practitioner to provide care for babies and young children at Lime Grove Day Nursery in Hemel Hempstead.

The role offers varied relief shifts across nurseries, with a focus on safeguarding, play-based learning and strong collaboration with families and staff. DBS checks and right to work in the UK are required; NHS wellbeing and development opportunities are included.