Early Years Practitioner

Cucumber Recruitment are seeking passionate and experienced Early Years Practitioners and Nursery Support Staff to provide high-quality temporary and flexible support across early years settings throughout the UK.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work flexibly across multiple nurseries, supporting children’s development and learning in safe, nurturing environments.

Key Responsibilities:
• Support the daily running of nursery rooms, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment for children.
• Assist in planning and delivering age-appropriate activities.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding and child welfare at all times.
• Work collaboratively with permanent nursery teams and management.
• Follow all safeguarding, health & safety, and EYFS requirements.

Requirements:
• Experience working with children (essential – must be supported by a reference).
• Two references, including one from a children’s service.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain one).
• Full CV from school with no gaps.
• Right to Work documentation.
• Visa Check (if applicable).
• Photo ID and Proof of Address.
• Safeguarding Level 3 certificate.
• Overseas Police Check (if applicable).

Why Join Cucumber Recruitment:
• Competitive hourly rates: £12.40 – £15.75 per hour.
• Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.
• Opportunity to work across multiple nursery locations nationwide.
• Ongoing support from our friendly and experienced recruitment team.
• Quick and efficient onboarding process.

Job Details:
• Job Location: Nationwide, UK.
• Employment Type: Temporary.
• Salary: £12.40 – £15.75 per hour.