Qualified Early Years Bank Staff

Bright Horizons; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in Southampton is looking for a Qualified Early Years Bank Staff practitioner. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to support the delivery of engaging educational activities for children. Ideal candidates will hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification and have previous experience in a childcare setting. The position offers competitive pay and various employee benefits, including childcare discounts and professional development programs.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 40%

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Wellbeing benefits including virtual GP appointments

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Nursery Practitioner or similar role.
• Understanding of child protection and safeguarding.
• Ability to engage and educate children effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support colleagues with the delivery of EYFS.
• Engage children in educational activities.
• Completing daily tasks such as room tidying and preparation.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Flexibility

Passion for learning

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

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Bright Horizons

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Southampton, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Nursery – Bright Horizons Southampton Day Nursery

Salary – £12.45 - £15.25ph (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Southampton

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 Southampton Day Nursery.

• 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
• Shift options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days, 24 hours over 3 days, or 16 hours over 2 days

*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

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!