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Bright Horizons UK

Dartford

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Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a flexible working practitioner to join their dynamic team. This role offers the unique opportunity to blend the convenience of bank work with the benefits of being an employee. You will play a vital role in nurturing and developing children up to the age of five through engaging activities and interactive play. With a strong emphasis on inclusivity and support, this organization is committed to making a difference in the lives of young learners. Join a company recognized as a Great Place to Work, where your contributions will be valued, and your passion for education can truly shine.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 40% for first child
Enhanced parental leave
Pension
Financial and wellbeing benefits
Professional development programme access
Flexible shift options

Qualifications

  • Experience with children is ideal but not essential.
  • Ability to engage children through play and activities.

Responsibilities

  • Look after babies and children up to age 5.
  • Support each child's development through interactive play.

Skills

Experience working with children
Communication techniques
Flexibility and adaptability
Passion for making learning fun

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Springfield Lodge Dartford Day Nursery and Pre School

Salary – £12.88 - £13.12 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Dartford

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 Springfield Lodge Dartford Nursery.

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
  • Shift options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days, 24 hours over 3 days, or 16 hours over 2 days

*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 work as part of a team to look after babies and children up to the age of 5. You will have adventures through interactive play, reading, and activities to encourage curious minds – supporting colleagues with each child’s development towards their key milestones.

What we’re looking for

  • Previous experience working with children ideal but not essential – Nursery Bank Staff, Nursery Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Nursery Practitioner, 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
  • 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 email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com and we will be happy to help.

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