Qualified Early Years Bank Staff

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider seeks a Nursery Practitioner for their Lewisham Day Nursery. The role involves supporting children's development through fun activities, while being part of a flexible team that merges agency work with employee benefits. Candidates should possess a relevant Early Years qualification and a passion for child engagement.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 40% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme access

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Early Years education required.
• Experience working with children (e.g., Nursery Nurse, Early Years Educator).
• Passion for engaging children in learning.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of EYFS with engaging educational activities.
• Assist in daily operational tasks such as room tidying.
• Work collaboratively with a larger team in a nursery setting.

Skills

Good communication

Adaptability

Passion for child development

Knowledge of child protection

Education

Full and relevant Level 2 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Lewisham Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – £13.82 - £16.93 per hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Lewisham, London

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 Lewisham Nursery, situated in Lewisham, London.

Our Bright Horizons Lewisham Day Nursery and Preschool is Ofsted rated 'Good', and is easy accessible on the National Rail and Docklands Light Railway and is a 10 minute walk away from Lewisham Train Station.

Our Benefits

• £13.82 - £16.93 per hour
• 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

*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!

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We look forward to receiving your application!

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