Qualified Early Years Bank Staff

Bright Horizons UK; Witney; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery in Witney is seeking a flexible Nursery Practitioner to join their team. The role involves supporting children's development through engaging activities and ensuring a safe, nurturing environment. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive culture, this is an excellent opportunity to make a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

40% childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme access

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification required.
• Previous experience in roles like Nursery Practitioner or similar is essential.
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the EYFS through engaging activities.
• Ensure day-to-day tasks like room tidying and preparation are completed.
• Work as part of a team to encourage children's development.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Child Protection Awareness

Engagement

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Witney Day Nursery

Salary – Starting from £13.13 - £13.65 per hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Witney, Oxfordshire

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 Witney nursery. This Ofsted rated 'Good' nursery caters for up to 85 children from ages 3 months up to 5 years. It includes 3 age based rooms and a beautiful outdoor space for the children to enjoy.

Our Benefits

• 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

• *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!

If you experience any problems, please [e-mail] we will be happy to help.