Qualified Early Years Bank Staff

Bright Horizons; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider is seeking a Nursery Practitioner for their Haddenham Day Nursery. This role offers the opportunity to engage with children through educational activities while enjoying flexibility in work hours. The nursery prides itself on its 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating and welcomes applicants who have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and a passion for child development. Join a supportive team and make a difference in children's lives with attractive benefits including childcare discounts and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 40% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme access

Flexible shift options

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in roles like Nursery Practitioner or Nanny.
• Sound understanding of child protection and safeguarding.
• Ability to engage children in educational activities.

Responsibilities

• Support colleagues in delivering the EYFS.
• Engage children in entertaining and educational activities.
• Complete essential day-to-day tasks like room tidying.

Skills

Passion for making learning fun

Ability to communicate effectively

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Haddenham Day Nursery

Salary – Starting from £13.13 - £13.65 per hour (dependant on qualification / s and experience)

Location – Haddenham, Buckinghamshire, HP17

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 Haddenham Day Nursery. The nursery newly opened in September 2021 and benefits from good public transport links by train and car, based 6 miles from Aylesbury and just 7 miles east of the M40 junction 7, and there is plenty of onsite parking. It's close to local amenities, including a small supermarket right next door!

The nursery is Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' and features 5 lovely rooms, a large garden area and an external balcony area with fantastic views!

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
• Shift options : 40 hours over 4 or 5 days, 24 hours over 3 days, or 16 hours over 2 days
• 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

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!

We look forward to receiving your application!