Early Years Educator - Bank Staff

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Drighlington, Leeds
TYPE
Part-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Childcare
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SKILLS

Level 3 Childcare Qualification Outdoor Play and Learning Key Person Practice Safeguarding Children Team Collaboration Child-Led Curriculum Planning Observation and Assessment Flexibility and Adaptability

FULL DESCRIPTION

Early Years Educator – Bank Staff (up to £13.10) 21yrs+

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Drighlington, Leeds BD11 1BJ – £12.85 – £13.10 per hour – Part-time (1-5 days per week) – Onsite

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

We’re looking for someone who:

  • 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

Due to the rural location of the nursery, applicants are strongly recommended to have their own car.

Benefits

Why work as bank staff at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]?

  • Top 10% pay locally, up to £13.10 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

Plus, the opportunity to work in an award-winning nursery that truly lives its values

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Since opening our doors in January 2012, with only a few team members and a handful of children, we have continually worked to build day nurseries with a strong family ethos and home-from-home feel, which have now been enjoyed by over 1000 families and counting. Here is how we do it: We focus on developing the uniqueness of every child; our outstanding team builds strong relational bonds with our families; we focus on outdoor adventures, always.

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

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