Early Years Practitioner Required

Location: Slough
Job Type: Supply Teaching
Industry: Nursery
Reference: LW-NN-WH
Salary: £150 - 230 per day + CPD + PAYE
Job Published: about 15 hours ago

Early Years Practitioner

Start: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Long-term (with potential to become permanent)
Pay: £150–£230 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)


About the role:
A fantastic primary school is looking for a qualified Early Years Practitioner or equivalent Nursery Nurse to join their warm, nurturing nursery team. This is a brilliant opportunity to work in a welcoming, well-resourced environment that truly values early years education.

You’ll be part of a supportive staff community where every child’s curiosity, creativity, and confidence are encouraged to grow.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Supporting children aged 3–5 in line with the EYFS framework

  • Creating a fun, safe, and stimulating learning environment

  • Working closely with colleagues to plan engaging activities

  • Building strong relationships with children and families

  • Helping every child feel valued and ready for their next step in learning

What we’re looking for:
✅ Level 3 Early Years Educator or equivalent “full and relevant” qualification
✅ Experience working in a nursery or EYFS setting
✅ A warm, caring approach and a passion for early childhood education
✅ Good understanding of safeguarding and child development

Why join through Protocol Education?

  • Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella companies

  • Access to FREE online CPD courses, including EYFS refreshers

  • 1:1 support from your dedicated local consultant

  • Opportunities across Early Years, Primary, SEND, and beyond


If you’re an experienced EYP or Nursery Nurse ready to make a real impact in an inspiring early years setting, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or call 020 8971 1285 to chat through the role.

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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