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Childcare Practitioner - Nursery
Location: Northampton
Salary: £12.82 to £14.61 per hour
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
Hours: Flexible, Weekdays Only

Simply Education is currently recruiting passionate and dedicated Childcare Practitioners to work across Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) settings in Northampton. We offer flexible supply work, short-term cover, and long-term placements that often lead to permanent roles.

Why Join Us?

We've built strong partnerships with nurseries and pre-schools throughout Northampton, and demand for supply staff is higher than ever. Whether you're looking for full-time hours or part-time flexibility, we'd love to hear from you.

What We're Looking For:

A minimum of 6 months' experience working in a nursery setting is preferred - but if you're just starting out and passionate about early years education, your application is still welcome.

A strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum.

A 10-year checkable work/education history.

Eligibility to work in the UK and willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check (or already registered on the Update Service).

Enthusiasm, reliability, and the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

A proactive and flexible approach to work.

Benefits of Working with Simply Education:

Your own dedicated consultant

24/7 support via phone, text, or email

FREE access to CPD training and development resources

Online diary system and lesson resources

No timesheets - minimal admin

Flexible bookings to suit your lifestyle

Competitive pay

Referral bonus - up to £100 in Amazon vouchers

What to Do Next:

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, click 'Apply Now'

If this isn't quite the right fit but you're exploring education roles in Northampton or nearby, feel free to get in touch for a confidential chat about other opportunities