At a Glance
- Tasks: Support early years development and create a nurturing environment for children.
- Company: Join Barnardo's, a leading charity dedicated to supporting children and families.
- Benefits: Flexible working, generous annual leave, and a range of family-friendly policies.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional growth and a vibrant team culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying a supportive workplace.
- Qualifications: Passion for early years education and a commitment to child welfare.
The predicted salary is between 31518 - 38522 £ per year.
As and When Early Years Practitioner
We seek to appoint within this range always exercising responsible stewardship.
Benefits Workplace Offer:
- Our hybrid working initiative is based on trust, flexibility and empowerment.
- We understand our workplace offer means different things to different people, and we encourage those conversations.
- This may mean working at one of our stores, services, working at home, in the community, at one of our Collaboration Hubs or any combination of these.
- Please read through the advert carefully to understand the remits of hybrid working that will be specific to the role.
- Barnardo's require colleagues to be UK residents, based in the UK and to complete their roles from within the UK (with the exception of colleagues providing Barnardo's services in Jersey and colleagues who live in the Republic of Ireland providing services in Northern Ireland).
- Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements.
Annual Leave:
- Entitlement for full-time colleagues is 26 days per annum, increasing to 27 days per annum after 3 years Barnardo's service, 29 days per annum after 5 years Barnardo's service, and 30 days per annum after 7 years Barnardo's service.
- Those working less than full time are entitled to the same level of holiday pro rata.
- The ability to buy up to another 5 days annual leave via our Buy Your Leave scheme.
Family Friendly Leave Options:
- Company Maternity, Paternity and Adoption pay; together with all family additional leave options.
Sick Pay:
- Service related sick pay from day 1.
Pension:
- Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% or 6% contribution from Barnardo's.
- Ability to pay via salary sacrifice to garner both tax and NI savings on your own contribution.
Additional Benefits:
- Death in service cover of 4x annual earnings for all staff contributing to our Group Personal Pension.
- Cycle2work scheme.
- Interest free season ticket loans.
- Discounts and cashback from high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via our Benefit Portal.
- 20% discount at Barnardo's stores.
- Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc.
- Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support.
- Access to Barnardo's Learning and Development offer.
Early Years Practitioner employer: Barnardos
Barnardo's is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a positive impact on children's lives. With a strong focus on professional development and a supportive, values-driven culture, employees are empowered to grow in their roles while working collaboratively with diverse teams. Located in a community-oriented environment, Barnardo's offers flexible working arrangements and prioritises inclusivity, making it a rewarding place for passionate Social Workers to thrive.
We think you need these skills to ace Early Years Practitioner
Communication Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Attention to Detail
Time Management
Interpersonal Skills
Adaptability
Teamwork
