About the Role
As a Bank Early Years Educator, you will support the nursery team to deliver high-quality care and education whenever additional support is needed. You will support children's learning and development through engaging experiences and learning moments, deliver high-quality early years education in line with the EYFS, Birth to 5 Matters, and the Fennies curriculum, work flexibly across different settings, rooms, and age ranges, work collaboratively with colleagues to create a positive and supportive team culture, follow routines to support smooth day-to-day operations, and maintain high standards of safeguarding and health and safety at all times.
Responsibilities
- Support children's learning and development through engaging experiences and learning moments
- Deliver high-quality early years education in line with the EYFS, Birth to 5 Matters, and the Fennies curriculum
- Work flexibly across different settings, rooms, and age ranges
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to create a positive and supportive team culture
- Follow routines to support smooth day-to-day operations
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding and health and safety at all times
Requirements
- Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)
- Strong knowledge of EYFS, Birth to 5 Matters, and child development
- GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) – or equivalent
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- A warm, positive approach to building relationships with children and families
- Adaptability, enthusiasm, and a passion for supporting children's development
- Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide proof of identity
- Online searches (including social media) may be conducted for shortlisted candidates
Skills
- Communication skills
- Teamwork skills
Location
- Across all Fennies locations
Work Type
- Flexible hours
- Zero hours contract
- Full-time
- Part-time
- Contract
Education Level
- Level 2 Early Years qualification
- Level 3 Early Years qualification
- GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- Up to £14 per hour
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Referral scheme
- £500 referral bonus
- Work-life balance
- Choose shifts that suit your availability
- Opportunities for regular or ad hoc work
- Wellbeing benefits
- BUPA Wellbeing Support
- Free daily meals from the Fennies Café
- Summer BBQs, Christmas events, and company celebrations
- Recognition and reward
About the Company
- Fennies is family-owned and family-run, guiding our culture, decision making, and team experience.
- We have a strong sense of community.
- Quality matters to us, from our people and curriculum to our buildings and environments.
- We are investing in Fennies, our teams, and the education we provide.
- Our People Promise inspires us to build an ambitious, passionate, and supportive culture.
- We provide an environment where you can Be Yourself, Come Together, Be All In, and Go Further.
Equal Opportunity
- At Fennies, we celebrate diversity and believe inclusive teams create stronger learning environments for children.
- We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
