Charles Hunter Associates

Early Years Practitioner

Early Years Practitioners required for Temporary Agency work in Basingstoke - Onboarding Bonus of £250- Level 3 in Childcare is essential



This is a perfect position if you are looking for Temporary Nursery work to fit around studies or other commitments.

We are looking for candidates with a real passion for childcare and want to make a difference to a child's day.


Pick and choose between 1 day a week or 5 days a week.

Working hours we require either 08:00-18:00, 08:00-17:00, or 08:30-17:30 Monday to Friday.

This is an Agency position so there is alot of flexibility .



Hourly rates between £15.00- £20.00 (PAYE AND UMBRELLA RATES)


Depending on experience and Qualification



Duties of an Agency Years Practitioner




  • Deliver high-quality care and learning experiences in line with the EYFS framework.

  • Plan and support age-appropriate activities that promote children's development across all areas of learning.

  • Observe, assess, and record children's progress, maintaining accurate and up-to-date learning records (e.g.

    observations, next steps, learning journeys).

  • Act as a Key Person, building strong, secure relationships with assigned children and their families.

  • Support children to reach their full potential, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), in line with the SEND Code of Practice.



Essential Qualifications



  • A full and relevant Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification (as defined by the Department for Education and meeting EYFS requirements)

  • Essential Experience and Knowledge

  • Experience working in an early years setting

  • Knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development

  • Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures

  • Awareness of inclusive practice and SEND Desirable



What we require from you



  • Passion for working with children

  • Confident and committed

  • Full of energy for a busy day!

  • Experience with siblings, baby sitting or within a childcare/education setting

  • Enhanced DBS on the update service

  • Level 3 in Childcare



Benefits of being an Early Years practitioner



  • Increased hourly rate of pay

  • Holiday pay

  • Weekly pay

  • Free Training

  • Work on the days you want

  • Free DBS for Qualified staff

  • Easy onboarding process

  • Shifts within 1-2 weeks



We have numerous positions available across Basingstoke , feel free to contact me for an informal chat on 01189 485555 or email kbaker@charecruitment.com




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