Flexible Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; St. Day; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount of 40% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development access

Flexible shift options

Job summary

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool is looking for a Nursery Practitioner for their Didsbury nursery, where you'll earn £14.04 per hour. Join a supportive team committed to working with children using the EYFS framework.

The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and a passion for engaging children. The position offers flexible shifts and a variety of benefits, all within a nurturing environment that promotes child welfare.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Experience working with children in roles like Nursery Practitioner or Educator is essential.
• Ability to engage children in fun and educational activities.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of EYFS curriculum through engaging activities.
• Assist with day-to-day tasks like room tidying and preparation.

Skills

Early Years qualification

Experience with children

Communication techniques

Understanding of child protection

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Didsbury

Salary – £14.04 per hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Didsbury Manchester

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 Didsbury nursery. The nursery is Ofsted rating "Outstanding" and is located in the heart of Didsbury Village, closer to bus and tram links.

Our Benefits

• £14.04 per hour
• Childcare discount of 40% for first child*
• Enhanced parental 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
• Shift options: Flexible
• 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 support colleagues with their delivery of the EYFS through engaging children in entertaining and educational activities, encouraging their development towards key milestones. You will also work as part of a larger team to ensure all essential day-to-day tasks are completed, such as room tidying and preparation.

What We’re Looking For

• 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 safeguarding
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable

Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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.