Flexible Early Years Practitioner – West Midlands

About the role

We are seeking qualified Early Years Practitioners to provide flexible, high-quality care and education for children aged 0-5 across a range of nurseries in the West Midlands. The role offers a variety of settings and shift patterns, allowing you to balance work with personal commitments while earning competitive hourly rates.

Key responsibilities

• Support children aged 0-5 in daily routines, play, and learning activities.
• Deliver age-appropriate educational experiences in line with EYFS standards.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.
• Collaborate with nursery staff to plan and implement activities.
• Observe and record children’s progress and communicate with parents as required.

Required profile

• Minimum one year of UK nursery experience with children aged 0-5.
• Qualified Level 2 or Level 3 (or higher) in Early Years Education.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Five-year reference history with explanations for any employment gaps.

Required skills

• Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to obtain).
• Safeguarding Level 2 Certificate (or willingness to obtain).

What we offer

• Flexible shift patterns – part-time, full-time or contractor.
• Hourly pay ranging from £13.00 to £16.50 depending on experience.
• Weekly payment schedule.
• Opportunities to work in multiple nurseries across Birmingham, Wolverhampton and Coventry.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.