Qualified Early Years Bank Staff

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Saffron Walden; Hybrid; GBP 19,782; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

£14.36 hourly

40% childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

Pension plan

24/7 virtual GP appointments

Professional development access

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Saffron Walden is seeking a flexible practitioner to join their bank team. The role involves supporting delivery of engaging activities in early years education and ensuring essential tasks are completed. Applicants should have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and prior experience working with children. This position offers an hourly rate of £14.36 and various benefits, including childcare discounts and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Prior experience in roles such as Nursery Practitioner or similar is essential.
• Ability to engage children in active learning experiences is critical.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of EYFS through engaging activities for children.
• Work within a team to ensure daily tasks are completed.
• Contribute to a nurturing and educational environment for children.

Skills

Full Level 3 Early Years qualification

Experience with children

Passion for making learning fun

Ability to communicate effectively

Understanding of child protection

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification or above

Job description

Overview

Nursery – Bright Horizons Hinxton Day Nursery & Pre-School

Hourly rate – £14.36

Location – Cambridge

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 Hinxton nursery. At Bright Horizons Hinxton, we take great pride in our GOOD Ofsted rating, which reflects the quality of our staff and resources. Each well-equipped room has access to an enclosed garden area, and children also benefit from a secure woodland area for exploration.

The nursery provides a free shuttle bus at various times throughout the day to and from Saffron Walden and Cambridge. Additionally, the role offers a reduced gym membership at just £5 per month.

Benefits

• £14.36 hourly
• 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 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

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.