Bank Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Dorking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to nurturing the next generation. This role offers the unique opportunity to blend the flexibility of bank work with the security of being an employee. You will engage children in fun and educational activities, ensuring their development and well-being. With a strong commitment to inclusivity and support, this is a fantastic chance to make a meaningful impact in a rewarding environment. If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to be part of a team that values honesty, excellence, and teamwork, apply today!

Benefits

40% childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

Pension

24/7 virtual GP appointments

Early access to wages

Professional development programme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support colleagues in delivering the EYFS through engaging activities.
• Complete essential day-to-day tasks such as room tidying.

Skills

Early Years qualification

Experience with children

Communication techniques

Child protection knowledge

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery: Bright Horizons Horsham Day Nursery and Preschool

Hourly Rate: £12.94 - £15.25 p/h (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location: Horsham, West Sussex

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 Horsham nursery.

Our Benefits

• 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
• Shift options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days, 24 hours over 3 days, or 16 hours over 2 days

*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 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

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] we will be happy to help.