Nursery Nurse

Nursery Nurse – Hallfield School

Location: Hallfield School, Edgbaston

Employment type: Casual (zero hours), ad‑hoc, shift hours 7:30 am – 6:10 pm.

Hourly rate: In line with the National Living Wage plus holiday pay.

We are looking for enthusiastic and empathetic Level 3 qualified educators with strong EYFS and safeguarding knowledge to provide exceptional early years care and education on an ad‑hoc, casual basis.

• Work with children aged 3 months to 3 years under the direction of the Room Leaders and Deputy Nursery Manager, in a nurturing environment.
• Support the planning and delivery of exciting and enriching play and learning.
• Ensure care routines and observations are carried out to the highest standard.
• Build strong relationships with parents and work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals.

• Free parking
• Complimentary staff lunch
• 50% staff fee discount for staff children attending the school
• Retail discounts and free will‑writing service
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including counselling
• On‑site Mental Health Champions

• Relevant experience in a nursery setting (working with children aged 0–4 years).
• Hold an Early Years Educators qualification (NVQ/Diploma/BTEC/Degree) Level 3 or above.
• Positive, flexible approach and excellent communication skills.
• Strong commitment to child‑centred learning and development.
• Good understanding of the EYFS and safeguarding practices.
• Flexible, reliable, with excellent time‑keeping.

Hallfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff undergo thorough pre‑employment checks, including references, online search, enhanced DBS (including barred list), identity verification, qualification checks and right‑to‑work checks. Please read our Safeguarding & Child Protection and Safer Recruitment policies.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and encourage applications from individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.

Closing date: Thursday 22nd January 2026 (10am). We reserve the right to close the vacancy early.