Relief Nursery Practitioner
| Company: | YMCA BCG |
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| Salary: | £12.71 per hour |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Dudley, DY1 3JD |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 23 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 6 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Job Advert
We are looking for Relief Nursery Practitioners to cover at our Dudley nurseries which provide childcare sessions all year round, in environments where families can feel valued and obtain positive help and support.
What you will be doing:
- Contributing to promoting good practice and maintaining a high-quality provision
- Completing observations, planning, and prepare a variety of learning enriched activities
- Offering support and guidance to parents/carers enabling them to extend their own skills, and by boosting their confidence and self-esteem, ensure the emotional wellbeing of their child
You will be motivated and passionate about working with children and their families and strive to provide a safe and stimulating learning environment for children to grow and develop.
About Us
YMCA Black Country Group is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practices and appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and 2 references, which will be verified via telephone, before taking up the role.
Apart from a competitive salary and the opportunity to work for a company that is passionate about giving back to the community, the successful applicant will also receive:
- Refreshments throughout the day
- Access to our IMHR Plus online portal, offering discounts at major brands and retailers
- Staff discount for: childcare at our YMCA nurseries, YGym membership, and Coffee at the Clock purchases
- Being part of a growing, charitable business
- Friendly and enthusiastic team ethos
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Therefore, we encourage and support the recruitment, retention and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds.
YMCA BCG is a trauma-informed organisation; we recognise and understand the widespread impact of trauma on individuals to shape policies, practices, and culture. We are sensitive and responsive to the needs of those who have endured trauma to prevent its recurrence among clients and staff.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before this date should we receive sufficient applications.