Do you hold a full and relevant Early Years qualification at Level 2 or above? If so, we would love to hear from you and share the exciting opportunities available within our nurseries.
As part of the Forfar Education family of schools and nurseries, we are dedicated to nurturing confident, creative, and curious children who are inspired to explore the world around them.
We operate three exceptional nursery settings across Bournemouth, each providing a stimulating, engaging, and carefully designed environment where children can thrive:
Park School Nursery located in Queens Park and attached to a leading independent school, Park School Nursery offers year-round childcare for children aged 6 months to 4 years.
Dean Park Day Nursery situated in central Bournemouth, Dean Park Day Nursery provides year-round childcare for children aged 6 months to 4 years.
Little Crickets Forest School based in central Bournemouth, Little Crickets Forest School offers a unique outdoor learning experience throughout the year for children aged 2 to 5 years.
We are currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Bank Nursery Practitioners to work across our three nursery settings on a zero-hours contract, offering flexibility to fit around your availability.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children at all times.
- Building positive, professional, and respectful relationships with parents and carers.
- Demonstrating and promoting our PARK values: Polite, Ambitious, Resilient, and Kind.
- Supporting the ongoing development and success of the nursery.
- Adhering to all policies, procedures, and safeguarding requirements.
- Delivering high-quality interactions, observations, and in-the-moment learning opportunities.
- Providing outstanding care and learning experiences for all children.
- Contributing positively to the collaborative and supportive culture of the nursery team.
We recognise and value the passion, dedication, and professionalism of our Early Years practitioners. In return, we offer a competitive package that includes:
- 6.6 weeks' annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays and our Christmas closure period).
- Complimentary lunch, dessert, and refreshments.
- No uniform requirement, plus an annual £100 clothing allowance.
- Financial support for continuing professional development, including:Support may also include dedicated study time, mentoring, and individualised professional guidance.
- Level 3 qualifications
- Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS/EYTT)
- Early Years Degrees
- Forest School training
- Leadership development programmes
- Company pension scheme.
- Paid sick leave.
- Regular staff social events, including our annual Christmas celebration and summer gathering.
Salary is dependent upon qualifications and hours worked.
Applicants must hold a full and relevant Early Years qualification at Level 2 or above.
Park School Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to rigorous safer recruitment procedures, including enhanced DBS checks, references from previous employers, and appropriate child protection screening.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.71-£13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
