Bank Early Years Educator

Overview

Job Title: Bank Nursery Practitioner
Location: Woodham House, Carlton Rd, Woking GU21 4HE

Salary: Up to £14 per hour
Hours: Zero-hour contract
Reports to: Room Leader/Nursery Manager

• Be All In: deliver high-quality care and education, supporting children’s development and wellbeing with consistency and professionalism.
• Come Together: collaborate by building trusted relationships with families, colleagues, and leadership, contributing to a shared vision of excellence.
• Be Yourself: apply self-awareness in daily practice, reflect on your impact, embrace growth, and recognise the individuality of every child and team member.
• Go Further: demonstrate ambition by leading practice, mentoring others, and using knowledge and initiative to drive continuous improvement across the setting.

• Salaries that match or exceed industry standards, reviewed annually. Includes performance-related bonuses and a £500 referral bonus.
• Regular events like our annual Christmas Party and Summer BBQ, plus daily lunches with a variety of options; completely free.
• Targeted talent mapping, professional development programmes, and 1-to-1 coaching to help you go further in your role.
• Yearly increases in annual leave and recognition through the Fennies Club, gift cards, and commemorative plaques for length of service and for being part of Be All Inspirit.
• Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 mental health and wellbeing support, up to 33 days of annual leave, and childcare discounts available depending on role.

• Passion for Early Years
  
  Education:
  
  A genuine love for working with children and a commitment to providing the best start in life.
• Knowledge of EYFS: A solid understanding of child development, the Birth to 5 Matters framework, and the EYFS curriculum.
• Qualified & Experienced: A Level 2/3 qualification in Childcare and a minimum grade C/4 in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Build Strong Relationships:
  Form bonds with children and their families, ensuring each child feels secure and supported.
• Team Player:
  Excellent communication skills, the ability to give and receive feedback, and a positive, proactive approach.

At Fennies, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. A diverse workforce brings a wealth of perspectives, driving innovation and excellence. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Fennies Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check and proof of identity will be required. In line with Safer Recruitment and Keeping Everyone Safe, we also carry out online searches for all shortlisted candidates, including Google and Social Media checks. Any relevant information found may be discussed during the interview process.

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