Nursery Practitioner

Randstad · Saltash, South West

Nursery Practitioner at Randstad, based in Saltash, South West. This is a part-time role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Saltash, South West
Contract
Part-time
Posted
13 hours ago
Closes
18 Oct 2026
Sector
Nursery Practitioner

Reference PR-1521627:SOU:P

About the role

Day-to-Day Supply Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 / Level 3) - Plymouth

Job Title: Supply Nursery Practitioner / Early Years Educator (Level 2 or Level 3)

Location: Plymouth, Devon

Job Type: Day-to-Day Supply / Flexible Work / Part-Time or Full-Time

Shift Times: Typically 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Flexible shift patterns available)

About the Role

Looking for total flexibility in your early years career? We are recruiting Level 2 and Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioners for day-to-day supply work across top-rated nurseries in Plymouth.

Whether you want full 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM shifts five days a week, or just a couple of days to fit around your lifestyle, supply work puts you in complete control of your schedule.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

As a Supply Nursery Practitioner, no two days are the same! Your tasks will include:

  • Flexible Classroom Support: Stepping into different early years settings and seamlessly supporting the permanent nursery team.

  • Engaging Children: Leading fun, play-based educational activities based on the EYFS framework.

  • High Standards of Care: Assisting with meal times, outdoor play, hygiene routines, and keeping children safe and engaged.

  • Safeguarding: Maintaining strict adherence to safeguarding, health, and safety regulations at every nursery you visit.

  • Positive Energy: Building instant rapport with nursery staff, children, and parents.

Why Choose Day-to-Day Supply Work?
  • Ultimate Flexibility: You choose when, where, and how often you work.

  • Work-Life Balance: No paperwork, no planning, and no key-child portfolios to update outside of your shift hours.

  • Variety: Gain valuable experience across a variety of nurseries and pre-schools in the Plymouth area.

Requirements & Qualifications
  • Qualified: NVQ / CACHE / NCFE Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare, Early Years, or equivalent.

  • Knowledge: Solid understanding of the EYFS framework and UK safeguarding procedures.

  • Adaptability: Confident in stepping into new environments and hit the ground running.

  • DBS: An Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

How to Apply

Ready for flexible early years work in Plymouth? Get in touch with Hannah Joyner today:

  • Email: Send your CV to [email removed]

  • Phone: Call [phone removed] to get registered immediately


experience

Non Teaching


skills

able to build relationships,baby room experience,be a role model,behaviour management skills,communication,effective discipline,empathy,engaging,motivated,nursery assistant experience,nursery nurse experience


qualifications

CACHE level 2 or 3

Reference: PR-1521627:SOU:P · Posted 13 hours ago · Closes 18 Oct 2026 · Listed via Randstad

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