Bank Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons UK; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading nursery organization in Brentwood is seeking a flexible Nursery Practitioner to support children's development through engaging activities. This role combines the benefits of bank work with employee security. Ideal candidates should have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and experience with children. A supportive work culture based on HEART principles encourages personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Starting £13.13 per hour

40% childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

Pension

24/7 virtual GP appointments

Professional development access

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Previous experience as Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Nurse, or similar.
• Ability to engage children with fun learning activities.
• Sound understanding of child protection and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the EYFS through engaging activities.
• Complete day-to-day tasks like room tidying and preparation.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication techniques

Flexibility and adaptability

Understanding of child protection

Passion for engaging children

Education

Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Overview

Nursery – Phoenix Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – Starting £13.13 per hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Brentwood, Essex

Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation?

We’re looking for a flexible working practitioner to join our Bright Flex / Bank team at our Phoenix nursery. Our Phoenix Day Nursery and Preschool is Ofsted rated “Outstanding!”

Our stunning nursery is situated in a quiet location surrounded by lots of trees, open space and wildlife along with being conveniently located close to Brentwood Train stations.

The Role

Working as part of our Bright Flex / Bank team, you can blend the convenience of bank/agency work, with the security and benefits of being an employee – giving you the best of both worlds!

Within this role, you will support colleagues with their delivery of the EYFS through engaging children in entertaining and educational activities, encouraging their development towards key milestones. You will also work as part of a larger team to ensure all essential day-to-day tasks are completed, such as room tidying and preparation.

What we’re looking for

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification
• Previous experience working with children – Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Nurse, Early Years Educator, Nanny, Childminder or similar
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults
• Sound understanding of child protection and safeguarding
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable

Our Benefits

• Starting £13.13 per hour
• Childcare discount of 40% for first child*
• Enhanced parental leave
• Pension
• Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more
• Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach

*Subject to T&Cs*

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.

If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today!

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you experience any problems, please [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.