Relief/Bank Nursery Practitioner - Flexible Role

Relief / Bank Early Years Practitioner

Shooting Stars Nursery – Worcester (WR1 3JR)
Up to £12.71 per hour

Relief / Bank role | Flexible working pattern

Operating hours: 7:30am–6:00pm
Year-round setting | Closed on bank holidays

A Flexible Role in a Supportive Nursery

Shooting Stars Nurseries Worcester is looking to support its team with a reliable and caring Relief / Bank Early Years Practitioner.

This role offers true flexibility, working across different rooms and age groups to support the day-to-day running of the nursery. It’s well suited to practitioners who enjoy variety, want control over their working hours, and still wish to be part of a high-quality, child-focused environment.

Whether you’re balancing other commitments, returning to early years, or choosing a more adaptable way of working, you’ll be welcomed into a professional and friendly team.

About You

We would love to hear from applicants who:

• Hold a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Have practical experience supporting children’s learning and development
• Are confident adapting to different rooms, age ranges, and team dynamics
• Have a good understanding of EYFS requirements
• Are knowledgeable about safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Communicate warmly and professionally with children, families and colleagues
• Are committed to delivering inclusive, high-quality childcare

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing support across the nursery, stepping into different rooms as needed
• Delivering engaging activities in line with children’s interests and development
• Building positive and secure relationships with children and the wider team
• Helping to maintain a safe, clean and stimulating environment
• Assisting with observations and learning records where required
• Following safeguarding, health & safety and EYFS guidance at all times

Why Work With Us?

At Shooting Stars Worcester, we pride ourselves on offering a welcoming culture where flexibility and staff wellbeing really matter.

Benefits include:

• Flexible hours based on your availability
• Competitive hourly pay, reviewed regularly
• 50% childcare discount
• Paid holiday entitlement that increases with service
• Access to funded training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aid support
• Free uniform and enhanced DBS included
• Comfortable staff break area with refreshments
• Team recognition through awards, socials and annual events

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

Shooting Stars Nurseries is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All team members share this responsibility. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants must disclose all convictions. Employment is subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

Why Work With Us?

At Shooting Stars Worcester, we pride ourselves on offering a welcoming culture where flexibility and staff wellbeing really matter.

Benefits include:

• Flexible hours based on your availability
• Competitive hourly pay, reviewed regularly
• 50% childcare discount
• Paid holiday entitlement that increases with service
• Access to funded training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aid support
• Free uniform and enhanced DBS included
• Comfortable staff break area with refreshments
• Team recognition through awards, socials and annual events