Early Years Educator - Bank Staff

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Poppleton
TYPE
Part-time
LEVEL
Associate
CATEGORY
Childcare
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SKILLS

Level 3 Childcare Qualification Nursery Experience Outdoor Learning Child-led Play Safeguarding Teamwork Flexibility Activity Planning

FULL DESCRIPTION

Early Years Educator - Bank Staff

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] – Poppleton YO26 6QD | £13.20 - £13.60 per hour | Part-time (1-5 days per week) | Onsite

About the Role

We are looking to expand our existing pool of Bank Staff at our Poppleton Nursery. Our flexible bank staff are essential in providing support to the permanent staff at each setting to cover staff holidays, training days and unplanned staffing needs. This flexible working pattern is ideal for anyone who loves working in the nursery sector, but also wants the flexibility to work the days that suit them as well as having the opportunity to work with other teams and children.

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we’re proud to be an award-winning nursery, recognised for delivering exceptional early years education through meaningful outdoor learning. Everything we do is guided by our core values — Heart, Excellence, Growth, Teamwork and Responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

  • Planning and delivering engaging learning activities, with a strong focus on outdoor play and exploration
  • Observing, assessing and supporting children’s individual learning journeys
  • Acting as a key person and building strong, trusting relationships with families
  • Creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment
  • Working collaboratively as part of a positive, supportive team
  • Be responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in their care

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

  • Has a Level 3 or above Qualification in Childcare (ideal but not essential)
  • or Have a minimum of 6 months of proven experience within a nursery or childcare setting
  • Be available to work between the hours of 8am - 6pm (minimum 1 day and up to 5 days per week)
  • Be flexible in your approach to work and be adaptable to different age groups within the nurseries which range from 6 weeks to 4 years old
  • Love the outdoors as all nurseries have great outdoor spaces for the children to learn and play in
  • Shares our values and commitment to high-quality childcare
  • Has a genuine passion for outdoor learning and child-led play
  • Is positive, proactive and enjoys working as part of a team

Benefits

  • Top 10% pay locally, up to £13.60 per hour (21yrs+)
  • Flexible working week – more time for you
  • Extra holiday days for long-standing team members
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay
  • Free lunches, tea & snacks
  • Staff treats, social events & celebrations
  • Free uniform and on-site parking
  • Opportunity to work in an award-winning nursery

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Since opening our doors in January 2012, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] has built day nurseries with a strong family ethos and home-from-home feel. We focus on developing the uniqueness of every child, building strong relational bonds with families, and prioritising outdoor adventures. The name ‘[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’ sums up our ethos – to let children learn by getting muddy, exploring, and going on adventures.

Our Hiring Process

  • Stage 1: Applied
  • Stage 2: Initial Review
  • Stage 3: Offer
  • Stage 4: Hired

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Committed to Safeguarding. This role requires an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Application deadline: May 31, 2026. Apply now via the button or visit [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

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