Nursery Bank Staff

Zohorecruit; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

£500 joining bonus

Uniform provided

Training & induction

Job summary

Family First Group is recruiting Flex Early Years Educators to join the internal bank of flex roles across nurseries in the UK. You will work with Level 2 or 3 childcare qualifications, delivering EYFS activities and supporting safeguarding practices.

We offer flexible shifts, weekly pay, and a £500 joining bonus after 200 hours, with ongoing training and induction to help you grow within the team.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education.
• Commitment to safeguarding and a supportive learning environment.
• Good communication in English with children, parents and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Essential Cover to maintain daily tasks across nurseries.
• Engage and educate using EYFS through interactive activities.
• Prioritise safety and uphold safeguarding standards.
• Foster a nurturing, welcoming space for every child.

Education

Level 2/3 Childcare or Early Years Qualification

NVQ/CACHE/BTEC in Early Years

Job description

Totton, United Kingdom | Posted on 21/08/2026

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators

Flexible nursery work with weekly pay and a £500 joining bonus for Level 3 practitioners.

Join the Family First Flex Team and make a real difference every day. Get the flexibility of agency work with direct access to shifts across our nurseries. Whether you're juggling studies, managing childcare, or re-entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support and growth.

Receive a £500 bonus after your first 200 hours – that’s around a week’s pay for a full-time Level 3 practitioner, on us.

T&Cs apply .

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators!

We're looking for dedicated, energetic Early Years Educators holding a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education. Whether you're balancing studies, managing childcare, or re-entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support, and growth.

Why Choose Family First Flex?

Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK's leading childcare provider by placing families - children, parents, and colleagues - at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child-centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive.

What You’ll Love About Us:

• Flexibility: Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your lifestyle.
• Simplicity: Easily manage your shifts and pay using our user-friendly app - designed to make your work life hassle-free.
• Variety: Choose the option that suits you best, whether that’s focusing on one nursery or covering multiple locations locally.
• Growth: Enhance your skills with our training and development plans, plus access internal opportunities such as apprenticeships and permanent roles.
• Recognition: Look forward to weekly pay and the chance to shine as our Flex Colleague of the Month.
• Support: Enjoy a comprehensive induction, uniform, and ongoing training - with a dedicated Flex Partner as your point of contact for any support you need.

What The Role Involves:

• Essential Cover: Step in to ensure that daily tasks such as hygiene maintenance and room setup are completed to the highest standards in our nurseries.
• Engage and Educate: Work closely with your colleagues to implement the EYFS, using fun, interactive activities to spark children’s curiosity and learning.
• Prioritise Safety: Uphold robust safeguarding measures while always maintaining health and safety standards.
• Foster a Nurturing Environment: Collaborate with your team to create a cheerful, secure, and welcoming space where every child feels valued.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Experience & Qualifications: We welcome candidates with a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education (e.g., NVQ, CACHE or BTEC), ensuring a strong foundation in early years practices.
• Safeguarding: You must be committed to child protection and have a solid understanding of safeguarding practices to ensure a safe, nurturing environment.
• Communication: You should be able to communicate clearly and effectively with children, parents, and colleagues in both written and spoken English.
• Passion: We’re looking for someone who is empathetic, energetic, and driven to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Prevent Duty.

Family First Group take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.