Qualified Early Years Bank Staff

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Ely; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

From £13.50 hourly

Childcare discount 40%

Enhanced parental leave

Pension

Wellbeing benefits incl. virtual GP

Career development access

Job summary

Bright Horizons Ely Day Nursery & Pre-School in Ely is seeking a flexible practitioner to join our Bright Flex/Bank team. You will support the EYFS delivery, engaging children in learning through play and helping them reach key milestones.

As part of a supportive team, you will help with day‑to‑day tasks such as room tidying and preparation, with opportunities for professional development and access to benefits including a childcare discount and enhanced parental leave.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Previous experience working with children (Nursery Practitioner / Nursery Nurse / EY Educator / Nanny / Childminder or similar).
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child.
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with children and adults.
• Sound understanding of child protection and safeguarding.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the EYFS through engaging, educational activities.
• Encourage development toward key milestones with children.
• Work as part of a team to complete day-to-day tasks such as room tidying and preparation.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication with children & adults

Safeguarding knowledge

Flexible & adaptable

Education

Level 3+ Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Ely Day Nursery & Pre-School

Hourly rate – From £13.50

Location – Ely

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 Ely Nursery which is conveniently located in the Cambridgeshire Business Park, just five minutes from Ely train station. We offer on-site parking for staff. Our modern, purpose-built nursery features a large outdoor area and well-equipped, spacious rooms that encourage children to learn through exploration and investigation.

Our Benefits

• From £13.50 hourly
• 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.