Early Years Educator - Bank Staff (up to £13.60) 21yrs+

Job description

Early Years Educator - Bank Staff (up to £13.60) 21yrs+
Application Deadline: 31 May 2026

Department: Early Years Educator

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Muddy Boots Stamford Bridge

Reporting To: Pippa Castardo

Compensation: £13.20 - £13.60 / hour

Description
Early Years Educator – Bank Staff

Muddy Boots Nursery, Stamford Bridge, York YO41 1AW
£13.20 – £13.60 per hour (age 21+)

Part-time (1-5 days per week)

Looking for better work–life balance in early years?

We are looking to expand our existing pool of Bank Staff at our Stamford Bridge 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 Muddy Boots Stamford Bridge, 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 — and they shape how we care for children, support families and look after each other as a team.

We particularly welcome applications from experienced Level 3 Early Years Educators or those with proven experience of working within the early years sector.

Key Responsibilities
About the role

As a member of our bank staff team at Muddy Boots, you'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality, nature-based learning experiences that inspire curiosity, confidence and independence.

Your role will include:

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
About you

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 Muddy Boots?

We know that when staff feel valued and supported, they do their best work. That's why we offer a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, work–life balance and career:

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

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

Muddy Boots is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community

We are committed to Safeguarding and Promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment

This job is subject to an enhanced DBS check and Satisfactory References

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Stamford Bridge

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

07-06-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English