Nursery Bank Staff

Location: Berkhamsted
Contract: Freedom (flexible working model)
Salary: £13.05 to £16.86 per hour

Start date: As soon as you’re ready

Welcome to kinderzimmer UK

At kinderzimmer UK, we’re proudly known for our beautifully designed nurseries that inspire independence, exploration and wonder! Since our UK launch in 2023, we’ve grown quickly and built a reputation for excellence — and for valuing the people who bring our nurseries to life.

What is kinderzimmer Freedom?

kinderzimmer Freedom is our flexible working model, perfect for people who want work that adapts to their life while still being part of an Outstanding early years community.

With Freedom, you can browse and pick up available shifts through our app, choosing the days, times and locations that work best for you.

You bring the passion. We give you the Flexibility.

Freedom gives you the flexibility and benefits you need to thrive. With Freedom, you will receive:

• Competitive pay based on experience and commitment (£12.71–£16.86 per hour, incl. 12.07% holiday entitlement)
• Choose shifts that fit your lifestyle through our app
• Annual bonuses up to £500 to reward your contribution
• Attend awards ceremonies and our Summer Social party
• Referral bonus up to £250 when your friends join kinderzimmer Freedom
• Option to go permanent and earn a sign‑on bonus up to £1,000
• Work at one nursery or explore multiple locations
• Training and development to support your growth
• Beautiful, modern learning environments
• No fixed weekly commitments — flexibility that works for you

As part of our Freedom team, you will:

• Deliver joyful, stimulating learning experiences
• Support the kinderzimmer curriculum and uphold high standards of practice
• Work collaboratively with permanent teams during shifts
• Ensure children’s safety, wellbeing and safeguarding
• Bring positivity, reliability and kindness into each day
• Build strong relationships with children, families and colleagues

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Have experience working with young children in an education setting
• Enjoy variety and flexible working
• Passion for changing the world through education
• Bring enthusiasm, patience and a nurturing mindset
• Want flexibility without losing a sense of belonging

The setting

Housed in a beautifully historic building, our nursery is at the heart of Berkhamsted. The site boasts tall ceilings and light-flooded spaces, with large symmetrical rooms that create a warm and welcoming environment. With a capacity of 92 children across all age groups, the nursery is bespoke in design, and provides a safe and nurturing environment for early years.

Our central dining room offers the perfect space for baking, experimenting with food and engaging in messy play, while our growing space in the garden encourages children to learn about the natural world. Come and be part of our fun, engaging and supportive environment that nurtures children's physical, emotional, and social development.

Ready to join Freedom?

If you want meaningful, flexible work that genuinely fits your life, we’d love to welcome you to the kinderzimmer Freedom team.

Apply today and start shaping a working life that works for you.

Please note, all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS and two references. Some of our roles require specific qualifications by law, this will be highlighted within the advert.