Qualified Early Years Bank Staff

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Loose; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

Pension plan

Wellbeing benefits

Careers coach access

Early wage access

Job summary

Bright Horizons Maidstone Boughton Lane Day Nursery and Preschool is hiring a Nursery Practitioner on a bank/flex basis. You will support delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) through engaging activities and help children reach key milestones.

Join an inclusive employer with a 40% childcare discount for the first child, enhanced parental leave, a pension, wellbeing benefits and opportunities for professional development, including access to a careers coach and 24/7 virtual GP.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3+ Early Years qualification.
• Experience working with children in nursery settings.
• Ability to engage children with educational activities.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
• Eligible to work in the UK and DBS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the EYFS through engaging activities.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure daily tasks are completed (room tidying, prep).

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Maidstone Boughton Lane Day Nursery and PreschoolSalary – From £12.99 per hour (dependent on qualification/s and experience)Location – Maidstone, KentAre 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.”Our Benefits- 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&CsThe RoleWorking 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 forFull and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualificationPrevious experience working with children – Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Nurse, Early Years Educator, Nanny, Childminder or similarPassion for making learning fun and engaging for each childAbility to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adultsSound understanding of child protection and safeguardingAbility to be flexible and adaptableWe 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.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.If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today!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.Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years. Apply today!We look forward to receiving your application!