Relief Nursery Practitioner Cowley, Oxford, United Kingdom £12.87-£14.38 Per Hour. Relief/seasonal, Permanent Apply By No Expiry Date Posted On 11 May, 2026

Childbase Partnership

Cowley, United Kingdom
Hourly rate: £12.87-£14.38; contract type: permane...
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Naturally nurturing person with experience caring for babies and children aged five and under
Ability to implement engaging activities planned by key person
Strong advocate for child safeguarding and well-being
** Childbase Partnership is seeking a Relief Nursery Practitioner for their new nursery in Cowley, Oxford. The role involves flexible, ad-hoc shifts caring for children aged five and under, with a focus on nurturing and safeguarding. **

Job Summary

  • Join a brand new nursery opened in May 2026 as part of an employee-owned organization ranked number 1 for Ofsted outcomes.
  • Work varied relief shifts on a week-to-week basis across multiple locations with flexible hours between 07:30-18:30.
  • Enjoy exclusive partner benefits including long-service rewards, qualification bonuses, free meals, and access to online training through EduBase.

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** Childbase Partnership is seeking a Relief Nursery Practitioner for their new nursery in Cowley, Oxford. The role involves flexible, ad-hoc shifts caring for children aged five and under, with a focus on nurturing and safeguarding. **

Salary

Hourly rate: £12.87-£14.38; Contract type: Permanent 0 hours/week; Benefits: Free meals, flu jabs, eye care vouchers, will-writing service

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Naturally nurturing person with experience caring for babies and children aged five and under
  • Ability to implement engaging activities planned by Key Person
  • Strong advocate for child safeguarding and well-being
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills with parents and colleagues

Nice-to-have

  • Passionate about inspiring children through play and exploration
  • Knowledge of EYFS framework and child development
  • Experience contributing to observations for children's learning journeys
  • Commitment to inclusive employer values and FREDIE principles

Key Requirements

  • DfE approved early years qualification at level 2 or above (advantageous)
  • Must reside within commutable distance of Cowley, Oxford
  • Hold suitable Right to Work in the UK without visa sponsorship
  • Pass Enhanced DBS check and safer recruitment checks
  • Minimum age of 17 due to Ofsted rules

Work Rights

Must hold suitable Right to Work in the UK

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