Bright Horizons
Qualified Early Years Bank Staff
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Nursery Practitioner (Bright Flex / Bank Team)
Location: Chigwell Day Nursery and Preschool, Roding Lane, Buckhurst Hill, Chigwell, Essex, IG9 6BJ
Salary: Starting from £15 per hour (-dependent on qualification and experience)
About Bright Horizons & the Role
At Bright Horizons, we work with our HEART principles (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, Teamwork) to create an inclusive, supportive workplace where you can thrive. We encourage employees to say "I did that", offering flexibility, growth, and the chance to make a real difference in children’s lives.
We are seeking a bright, flexible practitioner to join our Bright Flex / Bank team at our Chigwell nursery. Our nursery is conveniently situated near Buckhurst Hill and Chigwell Tube station, with an onsite car park for easy commuting.
Key Benefits
- Childcare discount: 40% for first child (subject to T&Cs)
- Enhanced parental leave
- Pension scheme
- Financial & wellbeing benefits, including:
- 24/7 virtual GP access
- Early wage access
- Professional development programme, including access to a careers coach
- A Great Place to Work (recognized since 2006; Great Place to Work®certified for 20 years)
- World-class culture built on HEART values, leadership growth, and celebration of achievements
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Responsibilities
You will support experienced practitioners in delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum by engaging children in:
- Fun, educational activities
- Encouraging development toward key milestones
Additionally, you will assist with:
- Room tidying and preparation
- Day-to-day operational tasks within the nursery team
Requirements
Essential Criteria
✅ Qualification:
- Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
✅ Experience:
- Proven experience working with children, such as in Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Nurse, Early Years Educator, Nanny, or Childminder
✅ Skills & Passion:
- Enthusiasm for making learning fun and engaging
- Strong communication skills (adapting techniques for both children and adults)
- Deep understanding of child protection & safeguarding practices
- Flexibility and adaptability to the fast-paced nursery environment
Non-Negotiables
- Safer recruitment practices & pre-employment DBS check (enhanced) required before offers
- Pride in a diverse, welcoming workplace that meets children’s and team members’ needs
Bright Horizons Commitments
Safeguarding
Bright Horizons is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare. All roles require:
- Enhanced DBS checks
- Safer recruitment practices
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Inclusion & Diversity
An inclusive employer, we welcome applicants from all ages and backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments where needed.
Induction & Growth
All new staff begin with our "World-Class Welcome" induction, followed by access to our ongoing training program, supported by a personal careers coach.
Tosca & Appreciation Culture
At Bright Horizons, we celebrate success through:
- "Thank you" culture (recognising individual efforts formally & informally)
- Employee Appreciation Month (team lunches, certificates, ice cream vans!)
- Annual Awards of Excellence (award ceremonies & nominees’ celebrations)
Important Notes – Job Posture
Before applying, confirm your awareness that: All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check
As a registered Early Years setting outside Ofsted’s regulatory scope, we also adhere to the statutory framework for the EYFS.
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