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

Nexter Ltd


Job Location:

London - UK

Hourly Salary: £ 12 - 14
Experience Required: 1-3years
Posted: 25 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 22 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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

Location: Catford (SE6 & Surrounding Areas)

Salary: 12.75 14.50 per hour (Weekly Pay)

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


Step into a Rewarding Early Years Role in Catford!

If you are the kind of person who regularly leaves work with paint on your trousers and a smile on your face you are exactly who we want to hear from. Nursery life is wonderfully unpredictable and we are looking for practitioners who thrive in that environmentpeople who celebrate the little victories whether that is a child finally putting their own coat on or a messy sensory session that ends in fits of giggles.

We are proud to be teaming up with a lovely variety of nurseries right across Catford and the SE6 area. They need dependable cheerful Early Years Practitioners and Assistants to join their daily routines on a flexible supply basis.

You already give so much of yourself to the children you look after. We believe you should have a work life that gives back. If youre looking for a schedule that actually fits around your family your studies or just gives you some well-deserved time to breathe we can make that happen.



Requirements
Who We Are Looking For:

We need friendly proactive staff who dont wait to be asked to help out. We are currently taking on professionals through two different routes:

1. Qualified Practitioners (Level 2 & Level 3):

  • You have a full relevant Early Years qualification (like an NVQ CACHE NNEB or Level 3 Early Years Educator).

  • (Please note: We cannot accept Teaching Assistant or Health & Social Care certificates for these specific nursery ratio roles).

2. Experienced Unqualified Assistants:

  • You might not have a formal childcare diploma on your wall just yet but you have solid recent experience working in a nursery. If you understand how a busy room runs and love being part of it we want to hear from you.

What you must bring to the table:

  • A Great Vibe: A caring nature real reliability and the willingness to just get stuck in with the kids and the core team.

  • First Aid Knowledge: A Full Paediatric First Aid (PFA) certificate is ideal. If you havent got one yet you just need to be happy to complete the training to ensure the children stay safe under our watch.



Benefits
What You Get From Us:
  • Weekly Pay You Can Count On: Earn between 12.75 and 14.50 an hour and watch it land safely in your bank account every single Friday.

  • Stay Local to SE6: We know the commute can be exhausting. Thats why we actively match you with fantastic nurseries right on your doorstep in Catford and the nearby neighborhoods.

  • Pick Your Own Hours: You are completely in charge. Whether you want to work full-time just a few days a week or only cover shifts during the school terms we build your rota around you.

  • The 100 Colleague Bonus: Got a friend who is brilliant with kids Introduce them to us and well send you a 100 bonus as soon as they complete their first 100 hours.




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: