Bank Early Years Educator - Christchurch

Position: Bank Early Years Educator

Salary: Up to £14.50 per hour

Location: Christchurch Road, Pampisford Road, Purley, Greater London, England, CR8 2NL

Hours: Zero hour contract

Reports to: Room Leader/Nursery Manager

Working at Fennies is about loving what you do and having the passion to be the best at it!

If you're an inspirational educator with a passion for providing 'the right start for under 5s,' then you belong at Fennies. We've been excelling in early years since 1992, and we're opening new nurseries every year. We don't acquire existing nurseries, so each of our settings is Fennies through and through, from our exceptional culture to our bespoke rooms. From day one, you'll be supported by our tailored induction, and you'll be given every opportunity to grow and develop in your career with guidance from the Fennies Academy.

Apply today to join our prestigious, family-run, award-winning nursery group.

Your Journey

Being a 'Bank Early Years Educator' offers the flexibility you need while playing a crucial role in providing care and building bonds with children and their families. You will assist with various routines across our age ranges, including naptimes, mealtimes, and creating engaging, personalised experiences for each child. Additionally, you will help maintain a clean and safe environment to ensure the children's safety. Supported by your Room Leader and the Fennies Learning and Development Team, you will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge of early years education and grow within the role. 

You're the best at …

• Building caring relationships with children, families and your team
• Interacting with children in a respectful, responsible, age-appropriate way that is responsive to their needs
• Succeeding as a team by following the guidance of the Room Leader and making them aware of the children's needs
• Providing a consistent and reliable atmosphere to build trust
• Communicating and giving feedback to parents during handovers
• Telling managers your availability in advance of time and reliably committing to shifts

 You will need…

• Practical knowledge of developmental stages of under fives. This should come alongside a natural passion for supporting and caring for young children which may have come alongside some practical experience of caring for relatives or childminding experience. 
• A level 2/level 3 qualification in Childcare
• Have a minimum grade 4 or grade C in Maths and English GCSE (or equivalent) 
• To create strong bonds for each child within your room leading an effective key person system, safeguarding, health & safety, confidentiality   

We are the best at …      

• Creating the perfect welcome with our in-person bespoke induction, allowing you to feel supported from day one of your career at Fennies  
• Building those connections between you and our support functions, to ensure you feel part of our wider family and can focus on making an impact for each and every child
• Providing stunning facilities to create an engaging and stimulating environment for children to learn and for your teams to inspire young learners   
• Hiring friendly and supportive team members who want to succeed together as part of the Fennies family 
• Communicating updates and initiatives in regular meetings to give and receive your nurseries feedback 
• Prioritising your well-being by offering monthly events that help you progress in your life outside of Fennies.
• Staying up to date on industry news and methods and supporting your implementation of updates in the nursery.  

We want to offer you:      

• The chance to join the place where you belong; coming together regularly with developmental opportunities that start from your first induction
• Opportunities to develop in your career, with targeted talent mapping and approachable line managers as well as bespoke guidance from our educational experts and specialists
• It’s important for us to support your requirements with competitive salaries that match or outshine our competitors and a comprehensive pension scheme
• Enjoy comprehensive care and support with our new Bupa Employee Assistance Programme, providing 24/7 mental health and wellbeing support, direct access to nurses, and online guidance for you and your household, alongside team incentives and up to 33 days annual leave.
• Events to come together and celebrate; from summer BBQs in the sunshine to a Christmas party to remember!
• The Fennies Fresh Café; giving you a great range of choices to replace your daily lunchbox!
• A referral bonus of £500 for every qualified friend or family member who join the Fennies family

At Fennies we celebrate and support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that a diverse workforce enriches our company with a variety of perspectives and ideas, fostering innovation and excellence. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other characteristic. We are dedicated to providing a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Join us and be part of a team that embraces diversity and works towards a more inclusive future.

Love the sound of working with Fennies? Join us today!

‘Fennies Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check and proof of identity will be required’

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