Bank Nursery Assistant

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Bank Staff Members to join their nurseries in Edinburgh. This role offers the flexibility of bank work combined with the benefits of being a valued employee. You'll engage children through fun and educational activities, ensuring their safety and development in a nurturing environment. With a commitment to work-life balance and well-being, this organization provides a supportive atmosphere where your contributions will make a real difference in the lives of children and families. If you're passionate about early childhood education and looking for a fulfilling role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

40% discounted childcare

24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments

Fitness programmes

Mental health support

Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme

Access to training programmes

Quarterly recognition weeks

Annual Awards of Excellence gala

Qualifications

• Previous experience in roles like Nursery Assistant or Childminder.
• Ability to engage children in educational play.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the Scottish Curriculum frameworks.
• Supervise children and ensure their safety.
• Promote child welfare and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Experience working with children

Communication skills

Child protection understanding

Flexibility and adaptability

Job description

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Bright Horizons Morton Mains Day Nursery and Preschool

Hourly Rate From: £11.95PH (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Job Type: Full Time / Part Time/ Lunch Cover/ Flexible Hours/Days

Location: Edinburgh

Working as a Bank Staff Member within one of our nurseries, you can blend the convenience of Bank / Locum / Agency work, with the security and benefits of being an employee – giving you the flexibility to work when you want!

If you’re looking for a flexible working role, where you can have fun, be creative, and help to develop little minds – a Bank role with Bright Horizons would be a perfect fit for you.

What we can offer you

Our benefits include, but are not limited to;

• Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews
• Discounted childcare of 40% for first child (T&Cs apply)
• Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support
• Huge variety of discounts across high street brands, utilities, and days out
• Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme, including New York Trip for 2 prize draw, access
• Access to a wide selection of training programmes, supporting your individual career path, with career development opportunities across our network of nurseries
• Employee Appreciation through our quarterly recognition weeks and annual Awards of Excellence gala’s

Why Bright Horizons?

We care for over 10,000 children across the UK, across our portfolio of over 300 nurseries, 98% of which are rated Good or Outstanding by Care Inspectorate. We’re on a mission to change the future for children, families, and the people we work with, and are committed to progressive working values like flexibility, work-life balance, and wellbeing.

What you’ll be doing

• Support Nursery colleagues with their delivery of the Scottish Curriculum frameworks, by engaging children in entertaining and educational play and activities, encouraging their development towards key milestones
• Supervise the children throughout the day, ensuring their safety
• Work as part of a larger team, to ensure all essential day-to-day tasks are completed in line with nursery demands i.e. hygiene standards and room preparation
• Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguarding procedures and policies are followed at all times
• Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment on a day-to-day basis

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience working with children (Nursery Bank Staff, Nursery Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Nanny, Childminder or similar)
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child
• Ability to use a variety of techniques to clearly and successfully communicate with both children and adults
• Sound understanding of child protection and the safeguarding of children
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable – embracing working cultures in different nurseries
• Have a flexible approach to working hours, supporting nurseries within a pre-agreed radius of your home address

We look forward to receiving your application!