Bank Early Years Practitioner

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join their team in Edinburgh. This role offers the unique opportunity to blend the flexibility of bank work with the security of employment. You'll engage children in fun and educational activities, supporting their development while working collaboratively with colleagues. With a strong commitment to inclusivity and professional development, this organization fosters a supportive environment where you can truly make a difference in the lives of children. If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to contribute to a positive learning atmosphere, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

40% Childcare Discount

Enhanced Parental Leave

Pension

Financial and Wellbeing Benefits

Professional Development Programme

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Previous experience working with children in various roles.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of Scottish Curriculum frameworks through engaging activities.
• Ensure essential day-to-day tasks are completed in the nursery.

Skills

Communication Techniques

Child Protection and Safeguarding

Flexibility and Adaptability

Engaging Children in Learning

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Job description

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Client:

Bright Horizons

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

6

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Salary – From £13.46 PH(dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Edinburgh

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? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.”

We’re looking for a flexible working practitioner to join our Bright Flex / Bank team at our Elsie Inglis nursery.

• 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

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 Scottish Curriculum frameworks 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

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 PVG Check.

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!