Nursery Practitioner

Nursery Practitioner (Agency) – Band 2 Shifts (NHS Early Years Setting)
Location: Steeton, West Yorkshire
Employer: Twenty Four Seven Nursing (Agency Work)
Setting: NHS Day Nursery
Job Type: Temporary / Flexible Shifts (Band 2)
Pay: £12.50 – £22.10 per hour, paid weekly

About the Role
Twenty Four Seven Nursing is recruiting Nursery Practitioners to work within an NHS Day Nursery in Steeton. This agency role involves working Band 2 shifts while supporting the delivery of high-quality childcare and early years education for children aged 0–4 years.
You will be part of a supportive NHS early years environment, helping to create a safe, caring and stimulating space that follows Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) standards and NHS values.

Key Responsibilities
Childcare & Learning

• Support children’s physical, emotional, social and developmental needs.
• Assist in delivering age-appropriate learning experiences through play in line with EYFS guidance.
• Contribute to the planning and evaluation of learning activities.
• Support observations and developmental records when required.

Environment & Safety

• Maintain a clean, safe and stimulating environment in line with NHS policies.
• Follow health and safety standards including manual handling and infection prevention and control.
• Report accidents, incidents or equipment concerns to senior staff.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Communication & Teamwork

• Build positive relationships with children, colleagues and parents/carers.
• Adapt effectively to the routines of the NHS nursery environment.
• Promote equality, diversity and non-discriminatory practice.
• Follow all NHS policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements.

Safeguarding & Compliance

• Work within safeguarding policies to protect children and vulnerable individuals.
• Follow EYFS, Ofsted and NHS standards at all times.
• Complete all mandatory and statutory training relevant to the NHS nursery setting.

Requirements
Essential

• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience working with children aged 0–48 months in an early years or nursery setting.
• Understanding of EYFS and basic Ofsted requirements.
• Ability to provide inclusive, age-appropriate learning opportunities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to maintain hygiene, safety and safeguarding standards.
• Good literacy and numeracy.
• Flexibility to work NHS Band 2 shifts in Steeton.
• Commitment to confidentiality and professional practice.

Desirable

• Paediatric First Aid certificate.
• Basic Food Hygiene certificate.
• Safeguarding training.
• Experience working within NHS childcare or supporting Ofsted inspections.
• Experience mentoring students or junior staff.

Personal Attributes

• Child-focused, enthusiastic and positive.
• Friendly, approachable and empathetic.
• Reliable, punctual and flexible.
• Able to adapt quickly to new routines and environments.
• Committed to inclusive practice and equal opportunities.

Why Work with Twenty Four Seven Nursing?

• Competitive NHS Band 2 pay rates: £12.50 – £22.10 per hour
• Weekly pay
• Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle
• Support from a dedicated consultant
• Experience within NHS early years services