Qualified Early Years Bank Staff

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Crofton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

24/7 virtual GP & wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme & a

Job summary

Bright Horizons Crofton Day Nursery and Preschool is seeking team members for our Bright Flex/bank roster in Orpington, Kent. You will engage children in educational activities aligned to the EYFS, supporting development milestones and delivering a safe, caring environment.

Ideal candidates hold a Level 3+ in Early Years, with prior nursery experience, strong communication skills, and a safeguarding mindset.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above.
• Early Years qualification.
• Previous experience working with children in nursery settings.
• 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.
• Flexible and adaptable.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

EYFS delivery

Child engagement

Communication skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 Early Years

Early Years qualification

Job description

Bright Horizons Crofton Day Nursery and Preschool Hourly Rate: £14.98 - £17.62 per hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location: Orpington, Kent 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.”

Our Benefits

• £14.98 - £17.62 per hour
• 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.

Bright Horizons has been recognised as a Great Place to Work by our employees and the Great Place to Work Institute for the last 13 years. We care passionately about what we do, and our HEART values and principles help us support one another in the work that we do each day. These are quite literally at the HEART of our organisation’s ethos and culture as it helps us to provide a working environment that supports professionalism, growth and diversity. We are passionate about our people’s ongoing learning and development. Our learning and leading with HEART framework supports each Bright Horizons colleague on the first steps of the leadership journey, whether that includes our 'World‑Class Welcome' induction or our expensive ongoing training programme. Either way we want you to feel valued and invested in! Celebrating in the accomplishments of our people is an essential part of our culture.

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