Qualified Early Years Bank Staff

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

Job summary

A childcare service provider in Southborough seeks a Nursery Practitioner to support early years education. The role combines flexibility with the security of being an employee. Responsibilities include engaging children in learning activities and collaborating with colleagues on daily tasks. Applicants should have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and a passion for making learning fun. Benefits include competitive pay and robust professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 40% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

Pension

Virtual GP appointments

Early access to wages

Professional development programmes

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years education.
• Experience in roles like Nursery Practitioner or Nanny.
• Understanding of child protection and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Support children in achieving educational milestones.
• Join a team for daily tasks like room tidying.
• Engage children in educational activities.

Skills

Passion for engaging children

Communication techniques

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

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.

• 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
• £13.46 - £15.86 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
• Shift options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days, 24 hours over 3 days, or 16 hours over 2 days
• Subject to T&Cs