Nursery Practitioner

2 weeks ago


Folkestone, Kent, United Kingdom East Kent Colleges Group Full time £18,000 - £25,000 per year
About The Role

Swap your slippers for story time.

Looking for flexible work in a fantastic nursery team?

Join our Nursery Practitioner supply/bank of workers and let us know about your availability - no fixed hours, just opportunities that fit around you.

Why join us?

  • Work with a warm, supportive team in an inspiring setting
  • Pick up shifts that suit your schedule, perfect for balancing other commitments
  • Make a real difference to children's lives every day

What you'll do:

  • Step in as a key person, building relationships with children and families
  • Deliver engaging activities and support children's development
  • Help keep our environment safe, welcoming, and inclusive
About You

What you'll need:

  • Level 3 Early Years qualification and experience with children between 0-5 years old.
  • Good knowledge of the EYFS and a passion for high-quality early years education
  • Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice

No need for a CV - just click apply and fill in our short form. If you'd like an informal chat or have questions, email us at

We may close this vacancy early, and would suggest early applications.

About Us

Our Nurseries are part of the EKC Group, which is one of the largest further education providers in the South East, with more than 1,600 staff delivering education to 13,000 students.

Our mission is: To play a leading role in developing the economic and social prosperity of the diverse communities we serve.

Commitment to Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and we ensure that all staff are aware of their responsibilities for upholding these principles. We will complete background checks, which include conviction/caution self-declaration, Enhanced DBS check and obtaining sufficient referencing.

It is a criminal offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so.



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