YMCA Trinity Group – Childcare ‘Inspiring communities, transforming young lives’

Vacancy Bank Early Years Practitioners Level 2 & 3

Job Reference BANK-EYE-PR

Location YMCA Childcare, 2 Wellington Street, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 2NU

We are looking for flexible bank nursery practitioners to join our warm and welcoming nursery team in central Ipswich. This is a genuinely flexible role with no fixed rota, making it ideal for students, returners to work, or anyone who wants variety in their week.

As a Bank Nursery Practitioner, you will step in to support the team when cover is needed. You’ll help provide a safe, caring, and engaging environment for children, working alongside a friendly team that values flexibility and teamwork.

What You’ll Do:

Support the day-to-day running of our vibrant childcare rooms

• Deliver high-quality learning experiences for children aged 0–5
• Step in to cover staff absences and holidays
• Bring creativity, energy, and a sense of fun to every session

Who we’re looking for Who we’re looking for?

You should hold a Level 2 or 3 early years qualification and enjoy working with children in a busy nursery setting. We want reliable, caring people who can adapt quickly and are happy to support the nursery when needed.

Please refer to the Job description in full for further details about the role

In accordance with safer recruitment processes many of the roles we recruit for require successful candidates to undertake an appropriate criminal record background check. If an offer of work is accepted, YMCA Trinity Group will facilitate these checks on behalf of our staff and volunteers via the Disclosure and Barring Service.  

Salary & Additional Benefits Include:

• Choose the shifts that work for you — no fixed rota, no pressure.
• Competitive pay: £12.86 to £13.01 per hour for Level 2 and 3 qualified staff.
• Ideal for students, returners to work, and those wanting variety.
• Work in a warm, welcoming nursery team in central Ipswich.
• DBS checked with us — we cover the cost.
• Paid induction and free mandatory training included.

Closing date Applications are assessed on a regular basis, therefore early application is advised. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy when roles are filled.

Contact Us  

If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact; Amanda Spence Childcare Programme Manager - amanda.spence@ymcatrinity.org.uk or  recruitment@ymcatrinity.org.uk

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Additional Information

Please note YMCA Trinity Group does not have a sponsored Licence to recruit non-UK workers and therefore all candidates are expected to be able to work in the UK.

Unless stated otherwise, we do require an application form, completed in full, should you wish to be considered for a role with YMCA Trinity Group. Applications are scored against the relevant job description. CV’s will not be considered as an application.

Occasionally we fill a role sooner than expected, we reserve the right to withdraw vacancies before an advertised closing date. Early application is advised. An email will be sent to confirm receipt of applications, please contact us if you have a problem submitting your application.

Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you soon!

Ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals is paramount to our mission. As such, we are committed to upholding rigorous safeguarding practices in all aspects of our work. Join us in making a meaningful difference while adhering to the highest standards of care and protection for those we serve.

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