Bank Nursery Practitioner

The Old Station Nursery Limited; Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A childcare organization in Walsall is seeking a Bank Nursery Practitioner on a zero hours flexible contract. You will create a nurturing environment, plan engaging activities, and build relationships with children and families. Experience in childcare is required. The position offers £12.45 per hour plus holiday pay, with working hours varying according to nursery needs. This role emphasizes the importance of safety and hygiene in a supportive and fun atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a childcare setting is required for this role.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and thrive.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Monitor and celebrate children's development milestones, keeping records to share with parents.
• Support the day-to-day running of the nursery, maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and care.

Skills

Experience working in a childcare setting

Enthusiasm and creativity

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Join Our Team as a Bank Nursery Practitioner!

(Zero Hours - Flexible Contract)

Are you passionate about creating brighter futures for children? At Walsall, we’re looking for a Bank Nursery Practitioner to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let’s make a difference together!

Experience working in a childcare setting is required for this role. ALevel 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification is desirable but not essential.

Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Pay: £12.45 - £12.45 per Hour *plus accrued holiday pay

Working Hours: Zero hour contract - This gives you flexibility to work different shifts each week depending on the Nursery needs, between 8am-6pm - Monday to Friday.

Location: 2 Birchfield Way, Yew Tree Estate, Walsall, West Midlands, WS5 4LG

About our Nursery

Our nursery in Walsall is set in a converted house in a quiet residential area of Walsall. The nursery consists of five bright rooms divided by age group. All rooms are carefully planned and organised with age-appropriate resources and furniture that encourage children to explore and make independent choices. We are on located on Birchfield way, just along from Yew Tree Primary School and opposite Walsall Golf Club. We are a short drive from the M6 and near to Bescot Stadium Train Station. Parking is available outside the nursery for convenience.

What Your Role Involves

• Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and thrive.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Monitor and celebrate children’s development milestones, keeping records to share with parents.
• Support the day-to-day running of the nursery, maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and care.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today – we can't wait to hear from you!

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.