Early Years Practitioner

Job Description

👶 Work in Early Years – on your terms

Looking for flexible work in nurseries, pre-schools or children’s centres?

At Reed Early Years, we offer supply opportunities that fit around you—whether you want a few days a week or full-time placements.

You’ll step into settings where your support really matters, helping maintain ratios, support children’s development and keep high standards of care.

✅ Why work with Reed Early Years?

We don’t just place staff—we make sure you’re fully prepared, compliant and supported from day one.

💼 You’ll benefit from:

• Flexible work to suit your schedule
• Opportunities across a range of local Early Years settings
• Competitive pay with transparent rates
• A dedicated consultant who understands Early Years
• Ongoing work available (daily, long-term or permanent)

🛡️ Training & preparation that sets you apart

Every Reed Early Years candidate arrives work-ready—not just available.

We provide:

• ✅ Safeguarding & Prevent training
• ✅ Paediatric First Aid (or access to training)
• ✅ Moving & Handling
• ✅ Food Hygiene
• ✅ EYFS Child Development training (for unqualified staff)

👉 This means you walk into settings confident, prepared and ready to make an impact.

🔍 Who we’re looking for

We welcome:

• Early Years practitioners (Level 2, Level 3 or above)
• Unqualified practitioners with experience or passion for Early Years
• Nursery nurses / childcare professionals
• Early Years Teachers (EYTS/QTS/EYPS)
• SEN / SEND experience (desirable)

Whether you’re experienced or starting out, we’ll support you into the right role.

✅ What you’ll be doing

• Supporting children aged 0–5 in line with EYFS
• Assisting with play, learning and development activities
• Helping maintain safe, engaging environments
• Working as part of a nursery or pre-school team
• Stepping in to provide high-quality ratio cover

🔐 Compliance you can trust

We take compliance seriously—so you can focus on the job.

Before placement, all candidates are:

• ✅ DBS checked
• ✅ Fully referenced
• ✅ Right to work verified
• ✅ Qualified (if applicable) against DfE requirements
• ✅ Cleared in line with Ofsted, EYFS & KCSIE standards

💬 Why choose Reed?

Because we do things properly.

We don’t rush placements or cut corners. We make sure every candidate is: Safe. Prepared. Ready to contribute.

When you work with Reed Early Years, you’re not just filling shifts—you’re building experience with a partner who supports you every step of the way.

📩 Apply now

If you’re looking for flexible Early Years work where you feel supported and valued, apply today.

Reed Early Years – the safe choice, done properly.

Nursery Name

Leeds Nurseries