Relief Nursery Practitioner

Childbase Partnership Limited; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 19,286; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts across nurseries

Long-service rewards & qualification-b

Well-being support: meals, health

Academy training & apprenticeships

Job summary

Childbase Partnership Limited is seeking a Relief Nursery Practitioner to provide care for babies and young children at Lime Grove Day Nursery in Hemel Hempstead.

The role offers varied relief shifts across nurseries, with a focus on safeguarding, play-based learning and strong collaboration with families and staff. DBS checks and right to work in the UK are required; NHS wellbeing and development opportunities are included.

Qualifications

• Good communication and partnership skills with children, parents and colleagues.
• Knowledge of child development and EYFS knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care for babies and children aged five and under in an early years environment.
• Implement engaging play and exploration activities planned by the Key Person to support children’s learning journeys.
• Contribute to observations and support children’s learning journeys.
• Advocate for safeguarding and ensure children feel safe, valued and their well‑being is promoted.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents and children, building strong positive relationships.

Skills

Communication skills

Observation skills

Safeguarding awareness

Teamwork

Education

DfE approved early years qualification at level 2 or above

Job description

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.

Role Overview

Position: Relief Nursery Practitioner

Location: Lime Grove Day Nursery, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1JS

Contract: Permanent, 0 hours/week, 52 weeks/year

Working Pattern: Varied, ad‑hoc shifts between 07:30-18:30, Monday‑Friday

Salary: £12.87‑£14.33 per hour

Responsibilities

• Deliver care for babies and children aged five and under in an early years environment.
• Implement engaging play and exploration activities planned by the Key Person to support children’s learning journeys.
• Contribute to observations and support children’s learning journeys.
• Advocate for safeguarding and ensure children feel safe, valued and their well‑being is promoted.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents and children, building strong positive relationships.

Qualifications & Experience

• Some experience caring for babies and children up to five years old, ideally in an early‑years setting.
• Holding a DfE approved early years qualification at level 2 or above is advantageous though not essential.
• Knowledge of child development and, ideally, EYFS knowledge.
• Ability to implement EYFS‑based activities and contribute to observations.
• Good communication and partnership skills with children, parents and colleagues.

Benefits

• Flexible work: varied relief shifts on a week‑to‑week basis across nurseries.
• Exclusive partner benefits: long‑service rewards, qualification bonuses and retail discounts.
• Well‑being support: free meals, mental health and occupational health support, flu jabs, eye care vouchers and a free will‑writing service.
• Career development: team inset days, online training and apprenticeships through the academy.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants of all ages (17+ due to Ofsted rules) and backgrounds. We are committed to FREDIE (fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement) and will consider any reasonable adjustments required.

Employment Criteria

• Applicants must reside within a commutable distance of the nursery and hold suitable Right to Work in the UK; VISA sponsorship is not available.
• Safer recruitment checks apply, including an Enhanced DBS check.