Are you passionate about working with children and looking for a flexible role that fits around your lifestyle? We are seeking enthusiastic, caring and reliable Bank Nursery Practitioners to join our nursery team on a casual, as-needed basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for qualified early years professionals who enjoy variety, flexibility, and making a positive impact on children's development.
About the Role
As a Bank Nursery Practitioner, you will provide high-quality care and education for children aged 0-5 years, supporting the nursery team to create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment. Shifts will be offered on an ad-hoc basis to cover staff holidays, training and sickness. Please note this is a zero hour contract and is not set shifts or guaranteed hours. When applying please specify if you are interested in either the Swansea, Newport or RCT area.
Responsibilities
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Providing high-quality care and early years education.
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Supporting children's learning and development through play-based activities.
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Building positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
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Ensuring children's safety, wellbeing and safeguarding at all times.
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Assisting with daily routines, including meal times, personal care and outdoor play.
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Maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment.
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Adhering to nursery policies and procedures at all times.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
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A genuine passion for working with children.
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Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare.
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Good communication and teamwork skills.
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Flexibility and reliability.
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Understanding of safeguarding and child welfare responsibilities.
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Ability to drive and have own transport.
Desirable:
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Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting.
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Paediatric First Aid certification.
What We Offer
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Flexible working arrangements to suit your availability.
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Competitive hourly rate of £13.50 per hour.
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Travel costs from your home address to the setting.
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Opportunities to gain experience across different age groups.
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Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
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A supportive and welcoming team environment.
Why Little Inspirations
You’ll be joining an award-winning nursery group across 13 settings in South Wales — recognised as FSB Welsh Employer of the Year and part of the Small Healthy Workforce Scheme. We invest in our people through structured training, apprenticeship routes with Educ8 for those working towards Level 3, and a clear progression pathway from Nursery Nurse through to Room Leader and beyond, all guided by our six principles: Inclusive, Partnership, Environment, Community, Creative and Growth.
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Nursery Nurse (Level 2/3 Qualified) in Newport employer: Little Inspirations Ltd
Little Inspirations is an award-winning nursery group that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering structured training and clear progression pathways from Nursery Nurse to Room Leader. With a strong commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment, we foster a culture of teamwork and creativity, ensuring that our staff feel valued and empowered in their roles. Located across 13 settings in South Wales, we are proud to be recognised as FSB Welsh Employer of the Year, making us an excellent choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in early years education.
