Unqualified Nursery Practitioner
Advertised by Veritas Education Recruitment
- Location
- Southwark, London
- Salary
- £14 - £15 an hour
- Job type
- Permanent
- Sector
- Education
- Posted
- 6 October 2026
Job description
Unqualified Nursery Practitioner - Daily SupplyLocation: Southwark & Surrounding South East London
Pay: £14-£15 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Flexible Daily Supply
Are you passionate about working with young children and looking for flexible nursery work that fits around your lifestyle?
Veritas Education is recruiting enthusiastic, reliable and caring Unqualified Nursery Practitioners to work across a range of welcoming nurseries in Southwark and surrounding areas of South East London.
This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to gain valuable experience within the Early Years sector, develop their childcare skills and explore a career in Early Years education.
Whether you're available five days a week or just a few days, we can offer flexible opportunities to suit your schedule.
The Role
As a Nursery Practitioner, you will support children aged 0-5 years, helping to provide a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn, develop and thrive in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting children's learning and development through engaging, play-based activities
- Assisting with daily nursery routines, including mealtimes, personal care and outdoor play
- Encouraging children's social, emotional, physical and communication development
- Helping to create and maintain a safe, clean and stimulating environment
- Supporting individual children's needs and development
- Working closely with nursery staff and other practitioners as part of a team
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for candidates who have:
- Previous experience working with children in a nursery, school, childcare or similar setting is desirable but not essential
- A genuine passion for working with young children
- A caring, patient and positive approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A flexible and reliable attitude
- A willingness to learn and develop within the Early Years sector
Why Work with Veritas Education?
- Flexible daily supply work to suit your availability
- Competitive pay of £14-£15 per hour
- Opportunities across Southwark and South East London
- Gain experience across a variety of nursery settings
- Dedicated support from an experienced consultant
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
- A great opportunity to build your experience and develop your Early Years career
Apply Today
If you're passionate about working with young children and looking for flexible nursery work with an immediate start, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Veritas Education on (phone number removed) for more information.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
Reference 225689815
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