Qualified Early Years Bank Staff

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Enfield; Hybrid; GBP 13,820 - 14,360; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount of 40% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Wellbeing benefits including virtual GP appointments

Job summary

A reputable childcare provider in Enfield, London, seeks a passionate Nursery Practitioner to join their Bright Flex / Bank team. This role combines the benefits of agency work with the security of being an employee. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 Early Years qualification, experience in childcare settings, and a passion for making learning engaging. You will help deliver the EYFS, supporting children's development through fun activities while ensuring daily nursery tasks are completed. Apply today to join a celebrated workplace.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in settings like nursery or as a childminder.
• Sound understanding of child protection and safeguarding.
• Ability to engage children in educational activities.

Responsibilities

• Support colleagues in delivering EYFS through activities.
• Encourage children's development towards key milestones.
• Complete essential day-to-day nursery tasks.

Skills

Passion for making learning fun

Ability to use various communication techniques

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery - Bright Horizons Enfield Hilly Fields Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – Starting from £13.82/£14.36 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Enfield, London

Hours – Flexible shifts

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 Enfield Hilly Fields Day Nursery and Preschool, based within a wonderful Victorian Grade 2 listed building in the Enfield Chase district of the London Borough of Enfield.

It is very well situated next to the picturesque Hillyfields Park and is close to Enfield town centre along with the surrounding areas. It has easy access to both the A10 and the M25 as well as local railway stations. The nursery is proudly rated 'Good' by Ofsted.

Our Benefits

• Childcare discount of 40% for first child*
• Enhanced parental leave
• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional 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.

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!

If you experience any problems, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.