Qualified Early Years Bank Staff

Bright Horizons; Swindon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Swindon seeks a dedicated practitioner to support the delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). You will engage children in entertaining and educational activities that promote their development. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years or equivalent and experience in childcare. The role offers competitive benefits including substantial annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 40% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Access to professional development programme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Nurse, Early Years Educator, Nanny, or Childminder.
• Previous experience working with children required.

Responsibilities

• Support colleagues in delivering the EYFS through engaging children in activities.
• Complete day-to-day tasks like room tidying and preparation.

Skills

Passion for making learning fun

Ability to use various communication techniques

Flexibility and adaptability

Understanding of child protection and safeguarding

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.

Qualifications & Experience

• 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

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."

Bright Horizons Hertford opened in January 2020 located on the Foxholes Business Park with great transport links including local bus routes and is close to the Hertford East train station with on-site parking is also available. The nursery benefits from seven individual rooms, each tailored to each age group with fantastic resources. All of the rooms have been designed to be flexible and with good access to the garden area which the children enjoy regularly. The nursery is proudly Ofsted rated 'Good'.

Benefits

• 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