Level 2 & Level 3 Nursery Practitioners - Flexible Supply Work

TeacherActive Ltd; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd is recruiting Level 2 and Level 3 Nursery Practitioners for flexible supply placements across Coventry nurseries. This role is temporary, part-time and offered with flexible days to suit your availability.

Ideal for students or staff seeking work-life balance, no full-time commitment, competitive rates, and exposure to a range of EYFS settings. You will support children aged 0–5 and work with supportive nursery teams.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education
• Experience with children aged 0–5 years
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Flexible, reliable and patient, with a caring approach

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 0–5 years in a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment.
• Assist with age-appropriate play and learning activities in line with the EYFS framework.
• Encourage children's communication, social skills and independence.
• Support daily nursery routines, including mealtimes and personal care.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and nursery staff.
• Work collaboratively with permanent nursery teams.
• Follow nursery safeguarding, health and safety and behaviour policies.
• Promote children's emotional wellbeing, inclusion and development.

Skills

Flexible approach

Strong communication

Teamwork

Caring and patient

Education

Level 2/3 Childcare or Early Years

Job description

Level 2 & Level 3 Nursery Practitioners - Flexible Supply Work

Contract Type: Temporary / Casual Supply / Part-Time

Hours: Flexible – Choose Days That Suit Your Availability

Age Group: Early Years (0–5 Years)

TeacherActive is currently recruiting enthusiastic and caring

Level 2 and Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to work across a variety of welcoming and supportive nurseries and Early Years settings throughout Coventry.

Whether you're a

university student looking to earn money alongside your studies, an experienced Nursery Practitioner seeking a better work-life balance, or someone who simply doesn't want to commit to a full-time position, we would love to hear from you!

We understand that not everyone wants to work five days a week. That's why our flexible supply opportunities allow you to choose the days you're available, with placements offered around your schedule.

No full-time commitment required!

You could be looking for one or two days per week, occasional shifts or regular part-time work. TeacherActive can help you find suitable opportunities based on your availability and the needs of your partner nurseries.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will:

Ideally hold a

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education.

Have previous experience working with children aged 0–5 years.

Be passionate about supporting children's early learning and development.

Be confident supporting play-based learning and daily nursery routines.

Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Be caring, patient, enthusiastic and reliable.

Be comfortable working across different nursery settings in Coventry.

Be happy to work on a flexible, temporary supply basis.

Be able to adapt to different age groups, routines and nursery environments.

Students studying relevant childcare, education or Early Years courses are encouraged to apply, particularly those who already hold a recognised childcare qualification and have relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities

Support children aged 0–5 years in a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment.

Assist with age-appropriate play and learning activities in line with the EYFS framework.

Encourage children's communication, social skills and independence.

Support daily nursery routines, including mealtimes and personal care.

Build positive relationships with children, parents and nursery staff.

Work collaboratively with permanent nursery teams.

Follow nursery safeguarding, health and safety and behaviour policies.

Promote children's emotional wellbeing, inclusion and development.

Safeguarding & Compliance Requirements

To be considered for these opportunities, applicants must:

Be able to provide

two professional references, ideally from recent childcare, educational or relevant employment settings.

Hold an

Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service OR be willing to obtain a new Enhanced DBS through TeacherActive.

Have the legal right to work in the UK.

Be willing to complete the necessary safeguarding and pre-employment checks.

Provide evidence of relevant childcare qualifications where applicable.

All placements are subject to satisfactory safeguarding and compliance checks.

Why Work with TeacherActive?

Flexible working days to suit your lifestyle, studies or other commitments.

No obligation to commit to a full-time working week.

Competitive rates of pay.

Opportunities to gain experience across different nursery settings in Coventry.

A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placements.

Access to CPD and training opportunities.

Ongoing support throughout your assignments.

Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions if your circumstances change.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.