Qualified Early Years Bank Staff

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Kenilworth; On-site; GBP 17,839 - 18,528; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

40% childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development access

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Kenilworth is seeking a Flexible Working Practitioner to join their team. This role involves supporting educational activities and ensuring a nurturing environment for children. Applicants should possess a Level 2 Early Years qualification and have experience with children. The company offers excellent benefits, including childcare discounts, enhanced parental leave, and a professional development program. Join us to make a difference in the lives of children and be part of an award-winning team.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 2 or above Early Years qualification.
• Previous experience working with children in similar roles is necessary.
• Sound understanding of child protection and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Support colleagues in delivering the EYFS through engaging activities.
• Ensure essential day-to-day tasks are completed, like room tidying.
• Encourage child development towards key milestones.

Skills

Communication techniques

Flexibility and adaptability

Passion for engaging children

Child protection and safeguarding knowledge

Education

Full and relevant Level 2 Early Years qualification

Job description

Overview

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.

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

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.