Early Years Assistant


Company:	Randstad Education
Salary:	£14.50 to £18 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Huntingdon, PE29 3DN
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	2 Oct 2026
Closing date:	9 Oct 2026

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Summary

Want complete control over your work schedule? We're hiring Level 2 and Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioners to support leading local early years settings on a flexible, day-to-day supply basis..

Whether you want full 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM shifts five days a week, or just a couple of days to fit around your lifestyle, supply work puts you in complete control of your schedule.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

As a Supply Nursery Practitioner, no two days are the same! Your tasks will include:

Flexible Classroom Support: Stepping into different early years settings and seamlessly supporting the permanent nursery team.

Engaging Children: Leading fun, play-based educational activities based on the EYFS framework.

High Standards of Care: Assisting with meal times, outdoor play, hygiene routines, and keeping children safe and engaged.

Safeguarding: Maintaining strict adherence to safeguarding, health, and safety regulations at every nursery you visit.

Positive Energy: Building instant rapport with nursery staff, children, and parents.

Why Choose Day-to-Day Supply Work?

Ultimate Flexibility: You choose when, where, and how often you work.

Work-Life Balance: No paperwork, no planning, and no key-child portfolios to update outside of your shift hours.

Variety: Gain valuable experience across a variety of nurseries and pre-schools in the local area.

Requirements & Qualifications

Qualified: NVQ / CACHE / NCFE Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare, Early Years, or equivalent.

Knowledge: Solid understanding of the EYFS framework and UK safeguarding procedures.

Adaptability: Confidence in stepping into new environments and hit the ground running.

DBS: An Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

Ready for flexible early years work? Get in touch with Ryan Cooke today:

Email: Send your CV to Ryan.Cooke@randstadeducation.co.uk

Phone: Call 01223368836 to get registered immediately

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