Qualified Early Years Bank Staff

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Stafford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Career development

Job summary

Bright Horizons Bishops Stortford Day Nursery & Preschool is seeking a flexible Nursery Practitioner to join our Bright Flex / Bank team in Bishops Stortford.

You will support EYFS delivery through engaging activities and help with day-to-day tasks as part of a caring, collaborative team that upholds our HEART values. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys helping children reach key milestones and learning moments.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 2 or above Early Years qualification.
• Previous experience as Nursery Practitioner or similar.
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child.
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with children and adults.
• Sound understanding of child protection and safeguarding.
• Flexible and adaptable approach.

Responsibilities

• Support EYFS delivery through engaging activities.
• Assist with day-to-day tasks such as room tidying and setup.
• Collaborate with the team to provide a safe, welcoming environment.

Skills

EYFS delivery

Child engagement

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 EY qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Bishops Stortford Day Nursery & Preschool, Unit 1, Western Neighbourhood Centre, Rainbird Road, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 2AF

Salary – £13.50 per hour (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Bishops Stortford, CM23 2AF

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 Bishops Stortford nursery, CM23 2AF.

Our Benefits

• Starting from £13.50 per hour
• 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

*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 2 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.

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.