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Early Years Practitioner & Assistant | Blackheath | 12.75-14.50ph

Nexter Ltd


Job Location:

London - UK

Hourly Salary: £ 12 - 14
Experience Required: 1-3years
Posted: 23 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 20 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner / Nursery Assistant (Flexible Supply)

Location: Blackheath (SE3 & Surrounding Areas)

Salary: 12.75 14.50 per hour (Weekly Pay)

Job Type: Part-Time / Full-Time / Flexible


Dive Into Early Years Excellence in Blackheath!

Are you the first person to roll up your sleeves for a messy play session Do you thrive in an active hands-on environment where your passion directly fuels a childs early development

We are partnering with some of the most sought-after dynamic nurseries across Blackheath and the surrounding SE3 area and we are looking for highly passionate energetic Early Years Practitioners and Experienced Assistants to join our elite supply network.

We know that the best early years professionals are those who are never afraid to get completely stuck in. If you want to spend your days fully immersed in joyful impactful childcarewhile leaving the unpaid planning and paperwork behindthis is your chance to shine on a schedule that actually works for you.



Requirements
The Hands-On Professionals We Need:

Unwavering passion reliability and a readiness to jump straight into the action are what our nurseries value most. We are actively welcoming candidates through two pathways:

1. The Qualified Experts (Level 2 & Level 3):

  • You hold a "Full & Relevant" Early Years qualification (e.g. CACHE NVQ NNEB Level 3 Early Years Educator).

  • (Note: Teaching Assistant or Health & Social Care pathways do not meet the statutory nursery ratio guidelines for this tier).

2. The Experienced Unqualified Stars:

  • You might not have the official certificate on your wall but your practical experience and natural enthusiasm for childcare speak volumes! If you have recent verifiable professional experience in a nursery and are always ready to get stuck in we want to hear from you.

The Essentials for Every Candidate:

  • The Energy: You must be highly motivated deeply dependable and ready to engage with every activity with a positive proactive attitude.

  • The Safety Focus: Holding a Full Paediatric First Aid (PFA) certificate is highly preferred. If you do not currently have one you must be eager to undertake the training to ensure our nursery environments remain as safe as possible.



Benefits
The Rewards of Joining Our Team:
  • Premium Weekly Pay: Your hands-on dedication deserves market-leading rates. Take home between 12.75 and 14.50 per hour paid securely into your bank account every single Friday.

  • Work Locally in Blackheath: Forget the exhausting cross-city commutes. Our "Local-First" focus connects you with beautiful high-quality settings right on your doorstep in SE3.

  • Ultimate Diary Control: You dictate your hours. Whether you want to dive in for a full five-day week cover a few active shifts or work strictly term-time you build your own schedule.

  • The 100 Colleague Bonus: Passionate practitioners know other passionate practitioners! Recommend a brilliant colleague to our network and we will send you a 100 cash bonus the moment they complete 100 hours of work!




Required Skills:

Who We Are Looking For: We pride ourselves on providing nurseries with enthusiastic reliable staff who genuinely love working with children. We have roles across two tiers: The Qualified Tier (Level 2 & Level 3): You hold a Full & Relevant Early Years or Childcare qualification (e.g. NVQ CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator NNEB). Please note: Due to government ratio regulations Health & Social Care or Teaching Assistant (TA) qualifications do not meet the criteria for Qualified Practitioner rates. Compliance (The 2025 Standard): Safety first! To be counted in nursery ratios you must hold a Full Paediatric First Aid (PFA) certificate. If you dont have one right now you must be willing to complete the training immediately to keep our little ones safe and compliant with regulations. Ready to Bring the Energy to Southwark If you have a positive attitude a warm smile and a real dedication to Early Years education we want you on our team. We have immediate shifts waiting in brilliant settings across Peckham Dulwich and the surrounding areas. Click Apply Now to start your flexible childcare journey! For more information visit: