Qualified Early Years Bank Staff

Bright Horizons; Ivy Chimneys; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Epping is seeking a flexible practitioner to join their Bright Flex / Bank team. This role involves engaging children in educational activities, supporting colleagues, and ensuring daily tasks are completed. Candidates must have a Level 3 or above Early Years qualification and previous experience working with children. This position offers a supportive environment focused on professional development and nurturing future generations.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 40% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Access to professional development programs

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Nurse, Early Years Educator, or similar.
• Sound understanding of child protection and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Support colleagues with delivery of the EYFS through engaging educational activities.
• Complete essential day-to-day tasks like room tidying and preparation.

Skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Communication techniques with children and adults

Passion for making learning fun

Education

Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery : Bright Horizons Epping Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: Starting from £12.94-£13.65 (dependant on qualification / s and experience)

Location: Epping

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 Epping Day Nursery situated in St Margaret's Hospital.

This nursery is situated in beautiful surroundings and the nursery was 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

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!