Bright Flex Practitioner - Unqualified

Bright Horizons UK; Swanscombe; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a flexible working practitioner to join their team at a nursery in Swanscombe. This role involves caring for children up to age five, supporting their development through playful activities. Previous experience with children is ideal, but the flexibility and willingness to make learning fun are key. The position offers attractive benefits including childcare discounts, enhanced parental leave, and access to professional development programs. Apply today to be part of a supportive organization where you can truly make a difference.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 40% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme access

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children ideal but not essential.
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Look after babies and children up to the age of 5.
• Support children's development through interactive play and activities.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication techniques

Flexibility and adaptability

Passion for engaging learning

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Swanscombe Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – £12.88 per hour (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Swanscombe

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 Swanscombenursery.

Our Benefits

• £12.88 per hour
• Childcare discount of 40% for first child*
• Enhanced parental leave
• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional 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 work as part of a team to look after babies and children up to the age of 5. You will have adventures through interactive play, reading, and activities to encourage curious minds – supporting colleagues with each child’s development towards their key milestones.

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience working with children ideal but not essential – Nursery Bank Staff, Nursery Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Nursery Practitioner, 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
• 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.