Regional Bank Early Years Practitioner – Flexible, South West

Little Adventures Nursery Group; West of England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Little Adventures Nursery Group is seeking a Regional Bank Early Years Practitioner to provide essential cover across South West nurseries. The role offers a bank/zero-hours contract with shifts across multiple sites and a minimum of 10 hours per week where possible.

You’ll create warm, engaging environments, support children aged 0–5, and work across different settings while maintaining continuity of care and promoting safety and development.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year’s experience in a nursery or early years setting.
• Genuine passion for supporting young children’s learning and development.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding requirements.
• Confident communication and teamwork skills.
• Reflective, adaptable and can-do attitude.
• Willingness and ability to travel to different nursery locations within the South West.
• Current Enhanced DBS, or willingness to undergo a check.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the learning and development of children aged 0–5 through meaningful play and planned experiences.
• Ensuring every child feels valued, nurtured and challenged according to their individual needs and interests.
• Following safeguarding procedures and promoting a strong culture of safety and care.
• Building positive relationships with children, colleagues and parents across multiple settings.
• Adapting confidently to different nursery environments and teams.
• Reflecting on your practice and engaging in ongoing training and professional development.

Skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Can-do attitude

Willingness to travel

Job description

Little Adventures Nursery Group is seeking a Regional Bank Early Years Practitioner to provide essential cover across South West nurseries. The role offers a bank/zero-hours contract with shifts across multiple sites and a minimum of 10 hours per week where possible.

You’ll create warm, engaging environments, support children aged 0–5, and work across different settings while maintaining continuity of care and promoting safety and development.