Qualified Early Years Bank Staff

MP Training and Recruitment; Chester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount 40%

Enhanced parental leave

Pension

Wellbeing benefits including virtualGP

Career development programme

Job summary

Bright Horizons Countess of Chester is seeking a flexible practitioner to join our Bright Flex / Bank team at Countess of Chester Nursery. You will support delivery of the EYFS through engaging activities, encouraging development and learning in a team setting.

Applicants should have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and prior experience with children; safeguarding knowledge is essential. DBS checks are required; the role offers flexible shifts within a supportive nursery environment.

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

Responsibilities

• Support colleagues with EYFS delivery through engaging, educational activities
• Work as part of a larger team to complete day-to-day tasks such as room tidying and preparation

Skills

Communication techniques

Safeguarding

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Countess of Chester Salary – £13.50/hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location – Countess of Cheshire Health Park, Cheshire CH2 1UL 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 Countess of Chester Nursery.

Benefits

• Childcare discount of 40% for first child*
• *Subject to T&Cs
• 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

Role

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.