Childcare Bank Staff – West Sussex Freedom Care https://www.freedomcaregroup.co.uk/current-vacancies

Freedomcaregroup; Sussex (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Bank Staff to provide vital childcare services across various settings. This role offers flexibility with zero-hour contracts, allowing you to tailor your work schedule to fit your lifestyle. Responsibilities include caring for children, planning engaging activities, and ensuring a safe environment. If you have a passion for nurturing young minds and possess the necessary qualifications, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you. Join a supportive team that values your growth and wellbeing while making a meaningful impact in the lives of families.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 in Childcare depending on the role.
• Experience with children aged 0-10 years is essential.

Responsibilities

• Caring for children, ensuring their safety and cleanliness.
• Organizing educational activities suitable for their age.
• Setting up and supervising creche activities.

Skills

Childcare Experience

Paediatric First Aid

Level 3 in Childcare

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 in Childcare

Level 3 in Childcare

Job description

Bank Staff

Freedom Care is a growing company that has been providing services to parents, social services, and the NHS for over 20 years. We have developed into a multi-faceted organization offering bespoke solutions across a broad range of services. People are at the heart of our business, both in terms of the clients who receive our services and the staff who deliver them. We place great emphasis on staff wellbeing and support, ensuring all our staff are equipped with the necessary training to perform their roles confidently and to grow as individuals. We have also invested heavily in information technology to allow your energy to be focused on key tasks.

Job Title

Bank Staff

Days

Zero Hour Contract – days can fit into your current lifestyle. You can accept or decline hours offered.

Hours

Varied

Location

We work nationally, with occasional placements in Wales or Devon. Typically, we cover Hampshire, Dorset, and Sussex.

Job Roles

• Nanny Work
• Creche Work
• Supply Work
• Babysitting

Qualifications/Experience

Minimum Level 2 in Childcare depending on the role. Practical experience is essential.

Nanny Work

Responsibilities include caring for children, ensuring their safety and cleanliness, planning meals, and organizing educational activities suitable for their age and developmental stage. You should reassure parents that their children are in a safe environment even when they are not around. Additional duties may include maintaining a tidy family environment and household chores. Applicants generally have Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent experience, along with experience in lone working with children and Paediatric First Aid.

Creche Work

Roles include creche leader or assistant for local authority, wedding, or event creches. Tasks involve setting up the creche area, signing in children, supervising their activities, recording nappy changes and feedings, and packing up after the session. Candidates typically hold Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent, with experience in team settings or nursery environments, and Paediatric First Aid certification.

Babysitting

Usually in large hotels during events or dinners. This is ad hoc work that can be scheduled flexibly around your current commitments. Applicants should have childcare experience working with children aged 0-10 years.

General Requirements for All Roles

• Follow our safer recruitment process
• Attend a face-to-face or Teams interview
• Complete onboarding tasks via our recruitment platform
• Complete mandatory training relevant to your role
• Obtain or apply for an enhanced DBS check
• Read relevant policies and procedures
• Complete and attend role-specific inductions

If you are interested in any of these roles, please apply.