Bank Nursery Assistant

Bright Horizons UK; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a creative and flexible Bank Staff Member to join their nurturing team in Edinburgh. In this role, you will engage children in educational play, support nursery staff, and ensure a safe environment for development. With a commitment to inclusivity and well-being, this organization offers a supportive atmosphere where you can thrive. Enjoy the benefits of flexible hours, professional training, and a rewarding work-life balance while making a positive impact on young minds. 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 for first child

Smart Health access

Variety of discounts across brands

Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme

Access to training programmes

Employee Appreciation events

Qualifications

• Experience in roles such as Nursery Assistant, Nanny, or Teaching Assistant.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the Scottish Curriculum through engaging activities.
• Supervise children and ensure their safety throughout the day.
• Maintain hygiene standards and prepare rooms as needed.

Skills

Experience working with children

Communication skills

Adaptability

Understanding of child protection

Passion for engaging children

Job description

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 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

Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. If you share our passion, values, and have most of the skills listed, we encourage you to apply – as you may be just what we’re looking for! Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to a PVG Check.

We look forward to receiving your application!

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