Qualified Early Years Bank Staff

MP Training and Recruitment; Southampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Parental leave

Annual leave

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Careers coach

Job summary

Bright Horizons Hedge End Day Nursery in Hedge End is looking for a flexible practitioner to join our Bright Flex / Bank team. You will support delivery of EYFS and engage children in learning activities.

Applicants should have a full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification, experience with children, strong communication, safeguarding knowledge, and adaptability. We offer 40% childcare discount, enhanced parental leave, 20 days annual leave plus holidays, pension, wellbeing

Qualifications

• Level 3+ Early Years qualification required.
• Experience in Nursery settings with children.
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging.
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with children and adults.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Support EYFS delivery through engaging activities.
• Encourage child development towards milestones.
• Assist with day-to-day tasks such as room tidying and preparation.

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Hedge End Day NurserySalary – From £13.50phLocation – Hedge EndAre 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 Hedge End Day Nursery.Our BenefitsChildcare discount of 40% for first child*Enhanced parental leave20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*PensionFinancial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and moreProfessional 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 adaptableBright 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!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!