Qualified Bank Early Years Practitioner

TN United Kingdom; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in childcare is looking for a qualified Bank Early Years Practitioner. This role offers the flexibility of bank work while providing the security and benefits of employment. You'll engage children in fun and educational activities, supporting their development and ensuring a safe environment. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive culture, this opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact on young lives while enjoying perks like discounted childcare and health programs. If you're passionate about nurturing little minds, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

40% discounted childcare

24/7 Virtual GP appointments

Fitness programmes

Mental health support

Variety of discounts

Tailored development programmes

Employee Appreciation events

Qualifications

• Experience with children is ideal but not essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Support nursery staff in delivering engaging educational activities.
• Ensure child safety and promote welfare and protection.
• Maintain hygiene standards and prepare rooms as needed.

Skills

Experience working with children

Communication techniques

Flexibility and adaptability

Understanding of child protection

Education

Relevant childcare qualifications

Job description

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Qualified Bank Early Years Practitioner, Bishop's Stortford

Client:

Bright Horizons

Location:

Bishop's Stortford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

bc80a285933c

Job Views:

4

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

Bright Horizons Bishops Stortford Day Nursery and Preschool

Hourly Rate: £12.12 per hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location: Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

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:

• 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!

What you’ll be doing:

• 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

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience working with children ideal but not essential – such as 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 communication techniques with both children and adults
• Sound understanding of child protection and the safeguarding of children
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable

We look forward to receiving your application!