Early Years Educators

Level 2 or 3 qualified? Love the little ones? Let’s get you into the classroom.

Nurseries, preschools, and school-based nursery classes across Southwark are calling out for brilliant educators who know their way around snack time, story corners, and sandpits.

We’re looking for Early Years Educators (Level 2 or 3 preferred) who want day-to-day flexibility without the 7am stress (unless you're up for it!). Choose your days, pick your pace, and let us handle the rest.

The Roles:

You’ll step into different early years settings—no planning needed, just bring your energy, care, and readiness to jump into a new adventure (and maybe some muddy puddles). Expect:

• Happy, busy nursery rooms full of curious minds

• Welcoming preschool teams and friendly school-based settings

• The chance to build bonds without the long-term pressure

Choose Your Style:

• Pre-booked shifts – know your schedule in advance and plan your week with ease

• On-the-day bookings – love the buzz of last-minute? We’ve got early morning calls for that too
  However you like to work, we’ll make it work for you.

You’ll need:

• A relevant Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare (or equivalent)

• Experience working with children aged 0–5 (bonus points for SEN experience)

• Bags of enthusiasm, patience, and playfulness

What’s in it for you?

• Weekly PAYE pay (no umbrella faff)

• Total flexibility—work when it suits you

• FREE access to Protocol Education’s CPD Academy

• Friendly support from your own consultant who gets your vibe

• Local roles that value what you bring to the table

Thrive trained? Amazing! If not, don’t worry—we’ll fund your Thrive Approach training, boosting your impact in early years settings and making you even more irresistible to schools.

So, if you’re ready to dip your toe back into nursery life or want to stay flexible while doing what you love, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and let’s find you a role that fits like your cosiest classroom cardigan.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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