Immediate Start: Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Flexible Shifts)

Academics Ltd; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is urgently recruiting Qualified Nursery Practitioners to support multiple nursery settings across Gloucester. Successful candidates will provide compassionate care, support learning activities, and help implement EYFS frameworks. Immediate availability and reliability are highly valued for short-notice shifts.

The roles offer flexible hours across private day nurseries and early years settings, with potential longer-term opportunities based on performance and needs.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification, or an equivalent relevant childcare qualification.
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework, safeguarding procedures and children\'s developmental needs.
• Immediate availability and flexibility to work shifts on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care, support and supervision to children in a nursery setting.
• Plan and support engaging, age-appropriate play and learning activities.
• Support children\'s development in line with EYFS.
• Assist with daily routines including mealtimes and personal care.
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Observe and record progress and contribute to learning journeys.

Skills

Excellent communication

Safeguarding knowledge

Adaptability

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Academics Ltd is urgently recruiting Qualified Nursery Practitioners to support multiple nursery settings across Gloucester. Successful candidates will provide compassionate care, support learning activities, and help implement EYFS frameworks. Immediate availability and reliability are highly valued for short-notice shifts.

The roles offer flexible hours across private day nurseries and early years settings, with potential longer-term opportunities based on performance and needs.