
Our beautiful nursery setting in Botley, caring for children aged 3 months to 5 years, is looking for enthusiastic Early Years Practitioners to join our team on a flexible, casual basis throughout the year
We are proud to have recently been rated ‘Top 20 Mid-Size Nursery Group’ by Day Nurseries, and we are passionate about providing a safe, nurturing, and magical environment where children can learn and play. The nursery is conveniently located close to Botley train station, making it easily accessible by public transport.
Whether you are qualified or unqualified, we would love to hear from you. Our large, welcoming setting offers:
Vast outdoor areas
Forest School sessions led by a trained practitioner
A supportive and friendly team
Excellent opportunities for growth and progression
Hopscotch Nurseries has 10 settings across Hampshire, offering stability, variety, and future development opportunities.
Are you looking for flexible hours, working a variety of shifts Monday to Friday with a 0 hours contract ?
If so, this could be the perfect role for you.
What we offer:
Flexible / casual hours contract
Hourly rate: £8.00– £14.05 (dependent on age and qualifications)
A rewarding role supporting children’s learning and development
If you’re enthusiastic, caring, and enjoy working with young children, we’d love to welcome you to our team.
Botley staff receive an additional £0.30/hour location weighting (this is included in salary above; subject to terms)

Hopscotch Day Nurseries has been operating children's day nurseries in southern Hampshire since 2005. With five settings, more than 300 employees, and close to 1,000 registered children in our care, we work hard to ensure that only the best is good enough.