Flexible Early Years Pracitioner

Bright Horizons; Sale; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Sale, UK, is seeking qualified Bank Staff Members to support nursery delivery, engaging children in educational play. The ideal candidate has a Level 3 Early Years qualification and a passion for child development. This role offers flexibility, a competitive hourly rate, and various employee benefits, fostering a positive environment for both children and staff.

Benefits

Above industry standard salary with annual reviews

Discounted childcare of 40%

Smart Health access including virtual GP appointments

Development programme access

Employee Appreciation events

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in a nursery or similar role.
• Passion for creating fun learning experiences for children.
• Sound understanding of child protection and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Support nursery staff in delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Promote child welfare and safety.
• Maintain a positive and safe environment.

Skills

Engaging children in educational activities

Communication techniques with children and adults

Adaptability and flexibility

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support Nursery colleagues with their delivery of the EYFS, by engaging children in entertaining and educational play and activities, encouraging their development towards key milestones, and ensuring their safety throughout the day.
• 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.
• Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment.

Qualifications

• 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 the safeguarding of children.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable.

Pay

Hourly Rate: From £12.19 - £12.66 per hour for Qualified roles (dependent on qualification/s and experience).

About the Role

Working as a qualified 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.

Benefits

• 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.
• Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries.
• Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala's.

Why Bright Horizons?

We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you'd be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We've also been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006 – as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women. Did you know, Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005 supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations? Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year!