Actionus

Hampshire

Early Years jobs in Southampton.

Nurseries and pre-schools work to strict statutory ratios, so a single absence can close a room. Actionus supplies Level 2 and Level 3 qualified early years practitioners, room leaders and nursery managers for temporary and permanent roles.

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Hiring in Southampton

What the Southampton market looks like.

Southampton is the tertiary centre for much of central southern England, including specialist paediatric, cardiac and neurosciences work. Portsmouth, Winchester and the wider Solent area sit within a short commute, so candidates often hold profiles with several providers at once.

Major employers in Hampshire

  • —University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
  • —Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Solent NHS Trust

Also covering

Portsmouth · Winchester · Eastleigh · Fareham · Bournemouth · Salisbury

Typical settings

  • Day nurseries
  • Pre-schools and playgroups
  • School nursery classes
  • Holiday and wraparound care

Common specialities

  • Baby room
  • Toddler and pre-school rooms
  • Room leadership
  • EYFS
  • Nursery management

Questions

Early Years work in Southampton, answered.

What early years jobs are available in Southampton?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent early years roles across Southampton and the wider Hampshire area, including day nurseries, pre-schools and playgroups, school nursery classes. Live vacancies are listed on this page and updated as they are released.
Which employers hire early years practitioners in Southampton?
Actionus works with education employers across Southampton and the wider Hampshire area, including public sector organisations, local authorities, independent providers and private employers hiring early years practitioners.
What registration do I need to work as a early years professional through Actionus?
You will need current registration with the relevant UK regulator, an enhanced DBS, right-to-work documents and satisfactory references. Our compliance team confirms exactly what is required for each assignment before you start.
How quickly can I start a locum assignment in Southampton?
If your compliance file is already complete, short-notice cover can often start within days. If you are new to Actionus, register first and we will build your file while we match you to suitable roles.
How do I get paid for temporary work?
Temporary and locum workers submit hours weekly through the Actionus online timesheet portal. Once your authoriser approves the timesheet, payment is processed through PAYE, umbrella or your limited company, depending on the payment method agreed on your assignment.

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