Flexible Nursery Assistant

Tinies Childcare; Wendy; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Rewards account

Discounted courses

Temporary to permanent pathway

Job summary

Tinies Childcare, the UK's leading childcare agency, offers rewarding temporary nursery practitioner roles across outstanding settings. You can enjoy competitive pay (£14.24–£15.69 per hour), flexible hours (full-time, part-time, ad-hoc), and a supportive app-based booking system.

Join a team that prioritizes work-life balance, development opportunities with free online courses, and pension benefits while progressing from temporary to permanent roles.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent experience.
• Current Enhanced DBS is desirable; assistance available to obtain one.
• Reliable, caring and professional approach; adaptable to new nurseries.
• A genuine passion for early years care; flexible work mindset.
• Ability to work across multiple nursery settings as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily care, learning and play for 0–5-year-olds.
• Create a warm, welcoming and engaging environment.
• Support nursery team to maintain safety and routine.
• Contribute to planning and delivering activities.
• Observe and record children's progress; report findings.
• Work flexibly across different settings as required.

Education

Level 2 Childcare

Level 3 Childcare

Enhanced DBS

Tools

Aaniie Kids App

Job description

How many years of professional childcare experience do you have?(Required)

• Looking for flexible nursery work that fits around your lifestyle?

Join Tinies Childcare, the UK's leading childcare agency, and enjoy rewarding temporary roles across outstanding nursery settings.

Competitive pay: £14.24 - £15.69 per hour (depending on experience)

Flexible hours: Choose from full-time, part-time, or ad-hoc shifts

Work-life balance: Pick the days and times that suit you best

Recognition: "Temp of the Month" awards and quarterly prize draws

Professional development: Free online childcare courses (worth £70+)

Discounts: Reduced rates on Paediatric First Aid and other qualifications

Career support: Easily move from temporary to permanent roles

Employee benefits: Tinies Treats rewards account and pension scheme

Supportive team: Our consultants are real people who care about your success

Work Smarter with the Aaniie Kids App

Our Aaniie Kids app connects you directly with nurseries, helping you manage work on your terms. It gives you: Quick access to available shifts Instant booking notifications Real-time schedule updates Automated timesheets - no paperwork A professional profile to showcase your skills

Your Role As a Temporary Nursery Practitioner, you'll:

• Assist in the daily care, learning, and play of children aged 0-5 years
• Create a warm, welcoming, and engaging environment
• Support the nursery team in maintaining safety and routine
• Contribute to planning and delivering activities
• Observe and record children's progress
• Work flexibly across different settings when needed

What You'll Need

• Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification or experience in childcare
• Current Enhanced DBS (we can help you obtain one)
• A reliable, caring, and professional approach
• Confidence to adapt to new nurseries and teams
• A genuine passion for early years care

Join the Tinies Network

If you're passionate about early years and want to work flexibly while feeling valued and supported, we'd love to hear from you.