Qualified Early Years Bank Staff

TN United Kingdom; Hinxton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join their flexible bank team in Hinxton. This role allows you to blend the convenience of agency work with the security and benefits of being an employee. You will engage children in fun and educational activities, helping them reach key developmental milestones. With a commitment to inclusivity and professional development, this organization offers a supportive environment where you can truly make a difference. If you want to contribute to the next generation's learning journey, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 40% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

Pension

Reduced gym membership at £5/month

24/7 virtual GP appointments

Early access to wages

Professional development programme access

Flexible shift options

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 2 or above Early Years qualification required.
• Previous experience working with children in various roles.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of EYFS through engaging activities for children.
• Ensure essential day-to-day tasks are completed in the nursery.

Skills

Child Development

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Child Protection Knowledge

Education

Level 2 Early Years Qualification

Job description

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Qualified Early Years Bank Staff, Hinxton

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Client:

Bright Horizons

Location:

Hinxton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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11

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Nursery – Bright Horizons Hinxton Day Nursery and Pre-School

Location – Cambridge

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 Hinxton Nursery. The nursery provides a free shuttle bus at various times throughout the day to and from Saffron Walden and Cambridge. Additionally, the role offers a reduced gym membership at just £5 per month.

• 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 2 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!