Key Worker / Nursery Nurse for a Nursery in Gosport
£88–£115 per day depending on experience
Location – Gosport
Hours – Variable and flexible for short‑term cover
Start – January 2026
Are you a passionate and enthusiastic Nursery Nurse looking for your next opportunity? Do you have experience supporting young children in early years settings? Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on children’s earliest steps in education? Apply now!
About the Nursery
An Ofsted‑rated “Outstanding” early years setting
Provides enriching opportunities for children’s academic, social, and emotional development
Inclusive, adaptable practice ensuring all children feel welcomed and make strong progress
Committed to offering exciting, relevant learning experiences for every child
Job Description
As a Key Worker, you will take responsibility for a small group of six children, ensuring they receive high‑quality care, support, and developmental guidance. Your role will include:
Providing nurturing, high‑quality care and education for children aged 3 months to 4 years
Observing children’s development and maintaining accurate, up‑to‑date records
Using Tapestry to document achievements and progress toward the Early Learning Goals
Supporting children’s emotional, social, and cognitive development
Working closely with parents and carers to ensure individual needs are met
Collaborating with colleagues to create a positive, stimulating learning environment
Ensuring all safeguarding and welfare requirements are met at all times
What You Will Need
A relevant early years qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent)
Experience working with young children in a nursery or similar setting
A genuine passion for early years education and child development
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A solid understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices
Who Are Supply Desk?
Supply Desk is a nationwide agency working with nurseries and schools across the UK. Our mission is simple: to help you find a job you love. We offer competitive pay, excellent support, and access to professional development opportunities such as Team Teach, Jolly Phonics, and Jolly Grammar.
We also offer a ‘Refer a Friend’ reward — you and your referral can earn up to £150 collectively when you introduce a teacher or teaching assistant.
If you would like to take advantage of this opportunity, please click Apply to submit your CV