Qualified Early Years Bank

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

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

Pension

Virtual GP

Careers coach

Professional development

Job summary

Bright Horizons Acorns Day Nursery and Preschool in Sunbury-on-Thames is seeking a flexible practitioner to join our Bright Flex/Bank team. You’ll support colleagues in delivering the EYFS and engage children in educational activities while sharing day-to-day tasks with the team.

The role requires a full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification and prior experience with children. We offer a supportive environment, staff shuttle to Feltham, and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Previous experience working with children in nursery settings.
• Ability to engage children with fun and educational activities.

Responsibilities

• Support EYFS delivery and engage children in activities.
• Work as part of a team to complete day-to-day tasks.
• Maintain safeguarding and welfare throughout shifts.

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery: Bright Horizons Acorns Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: Starting from £13.70ph (Level 2), £14.24ph (Level 3) (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location: Sunbury-on-Thames, TW16

Hours: Flexible 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 Acorns Sunbury, situated in Sunbury on Thames.

There is a staff shuttle bus which take employees to and from Feltham train station and easily-accessible parking. The 50-place setting is Ofsted rated 'Good' and is a purpose built building with access to a wide range of facilities on site for staff and children to enjoy. The setting has an onsite Eco garden for the children to grow their own fresh fruit and vegetables and expand on their understanding of the world around them.

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.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants.

We look forward to receiving your application!