Bank Nursery Practitioner

FIRSTGROUP PLC; Aldershot; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Aldershot is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their team. The role involves ensuring hygiene and safety in nurseries, engaging children through interactive activities, and maintaining high safeguarding standards. While prior childcare experience is advantageous, training is offered for passionate applicants. This position provides flexible working hours and the opportunity to foster a nurturing environment where children can thrive.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Weekly pay

Training and development opportunities

Comprehensive induction and ongoing support

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare is beneficial but not required; training will be provided.
• Commitment to child protection and safeguarding practices is essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English with children, parents, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Ensure hygiene maintenance and room setup in nurseries are completed to high standards.
• Implement the EYFS using interactive activities to encourage learning.
• Maintain robust safeguarding measures and health and safety standards.
• Create a secure and welcoming environment for children.

Skills

Childcare qualifications

Effective communication

Child protection understanding

Empathy

Energetic attitude

Job description

• Flexibility: Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your lifestyle.
• Simplicity: Easily manage your shifts and pay using our user-friendly app - designed to make your work life hassle-free.
• Variety: Choose the option that suits you best, whether that's focusing on one nursery or covering multiple locations locally.
• Growth: Enhance your skills with our training and development plans, plus access internal opportunities such as apprenticeships and permanent roles.
• Recognition: Look forward to weekly pay and the chance to shine as our Flex Colleague of the Month.
• Support: Enjoy a comprehensive induction, uniform, and ongoing training - with a dedicated Flex Partner as your point of contact for any support you need.

What The Role Involves

• Essential Cover: Step in to ensure that daily tasks such as hygiene maintenance and room setup are completed to the highest standards in our nurseries.
• Engage and Educate: Work closely with your colleagues to implement the EYFS, using fun, interactive activities to spark children's curiosity and learning.
• Prioritise Safety: Uphold robust safeguarding measures while always maintaining health and safety standards.
• Foster a Nurturing Environment: Collaborate with your team to create a cheerful, secure, and welcoming space where every child feels valued.

Experience & Qualifications

• We welcome applicants at all levels. While childcare qualifications or experience are an advantage, we are happy to provide training for those who are passionate about working with children.
• Safeguarding: You must be committed to child protection and have a solid understanding of safeguarding practices to ensure a safe, nurturing environment.
• Communication: You should be able to communicate clearly and effectively with children, parents, and colleagues in both written and spoken English.
• Passion: We're looking for someone who is empathetic, energetic, and driven to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children.

Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK's leading childcare provider by placing families - children, parents, and colleagues - at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child-centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive.