Bank Nursery Staff

Bank Nursery Staff – Kingsley Explorers

Flexible Hours | Competitive Rates | New Nursery Opening September 2026

Are you passionate about working with children? Would you like the flexibility of choosing when you work while being part of an exciting new nursery from the very beginning?

Kingsley Explorers is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Bank Staff to join our new all-year-round nursery. We are building a flexible bank team to support the nursery with staff absence, training, annual leave and periods of increased demand.

Whether you are an experienced Early Years professional, a qualified Room Lead, or someone with childcare experience looking for flexible work, we'd love to hear from you.

• Up to £19.58 per hour inclusive of holiday

(Basic hourly rate £16.73 plus rolled-up holiday pay of £2.85 per hour)

• Suitable for experienced Early Years professionals with room leadership experience.

• Up to £17.25 per hour inclusive of holiday for Level 2 (up to £18.58 per hour for Level
  3)

(Basic hourly rate £14.75 plus rolled-up holiday pay of £2.50 per hour)

• Suitable for qualified Early Years Practitioners holding a full and relevant Level 3 qualification.

• £14.87 per hour inclusive of holiday pay

(Basic hourly rate £12.71 plus rolled-up holiday pay of £2.16 per hour)

• Suitable for individuals who have experience working with children and can provide supervised support within the nursery environment.

• Supporting children's care, learning and development.
• Delivering or supporting engaging play-based activities.
• Promoting children's wellbeing, independence and confidence.
• Supporting safeguarding, health and safety and welfare requirements.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and building positive relationships with families.

• Reliable and flexible individuals who enjoy working with children.
• Experience with in nurseries, schools, wraparound care, holiday clubs, play schemes or similar childcare settings.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Relevant Early Years qualifications for Practitioner and Room Lead roles.

• Flexible work to fit around your availability.
• Competitive hourly rates.
• Full induction and training.
• Opportunities to work across different age groups.
• Be part of a brand-new nursery from day one.
• Potential opportunities for future permanent roles.

Kingsley Explorers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory DBS check and other statutory checks including right to work in the UK.