Qualified Early Years Bank

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Barley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount 40%

Enhanced parental leave

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme

Subject to T&Cs

Job summary

Bright Horizons Sawbridgeworth is seeking a flexible nursery practitioner to support EYFS delivery, engaging children in learning activities and helping the team with daily tasks. The role offers bank/Flex opportunities within the Bright Flex team and a supportive environment.

You should hold a full Level 3+ Early Years qualification, have prior nursery experience, and enjoy making learning fun. DBS checks and safeguarding awareness are required, with inclusive employment practices in place.

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 safeguarding.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the EYFS through engaging children in educational activities.
• Work as part of a larger team to complete day-to-day tasks such as room tidying and preparation.

Skills

Communication with children

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Sawbridgeworth Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – £13.50ph (Level 2), £14.04ph (Level 3) (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, CM21

Hours – Flexible working hours

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 Bright Horizons Sawbridgeworth Nursery. The nursery is in a rural area with a lovely garden area and light airy rooms. Locally, you will find unique amenities including shops and cafés and street parking nearby. It is a listed building which is Ofsted rated “Good” and situated in Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire and is only a 10 minute walk from the station.

Our Benefits

• 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
• 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.

If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today!

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.

Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years. Apply today!

We look forward to receiving your application!