Qualified Early Years Bank Staff

Bright Horizons UK; Kenilworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Kenilworth is seeking a flexible Nursery Practitioner to join their Bright Flex / Bank team. You will engage children in educational activities and aid in their development according to the EYFS. Candidates should have a Level 2 Early Years qualification and passion for creative learning. The role promises security and benefits akin to an employee, amidst a supportive environment dedicated to making a difference. This is a full-time position, with competitive pay and a range of benefits.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 40% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme access

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in similar roles.
• Sound understanding of child protection and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the EYFS with engaging activities.
• Ensure completion of essential day-to-day tasks.

Skills

Passion for making learning fun

Ability to use communication techniques

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Full and relevant Level 2 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Kenilworth Day Nursery

Salary – Starting from £12.95 - £13.45 per hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Kenilworth, CV8

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 Kenilworth Day Nursery. This nursery is situated in the beautiful castle town of Kenilworth -commutable from Coventry, Warwick, Leamington Spa and the West Midlands.

This nursery is proudly rated 'Good' by Ofsted and offers a full refurbished environment, extensive outdoor area and a designated sensory corners, imagination stations and cosy reading corners.

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 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!

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