Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Support Staff – Nationwide, Nationwide

Location: Nationwide, UK
Position: Temporary
Salary: £12.40 - £15.75 per hour

Job Description

About the Role:

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

To meet compliance for this role, you must have:

  • 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.