Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons UK; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery in Aberdeen is searching for a Full-Time Early Years Practitioner to shape and support children's learning journey. This role emphasizes planning engaging activities and ensuring a safe, enriching environment in line with the Scottish Curriculum. The position offers comprehensive benefits and the chance to be part of a values-driven organization admired for its inclusive workplace culture.

Benefits

50% childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits, including virtual GP appointments

Access to professional development programmes

Qualifications

• Passionate about creating fun, inclusive learning environments.
• Strong understanding of the Scottish Curriculum.
• Ability to foster trust with colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities tailored to children's development.
• Create a safe environment allowing freedom of expression and fostering learning.
• Reflect on activities to ensure continuous professional development.

Skills

Passion for creating inclusive learning environments

Strong understanding of Scottish Curriculum frameworks

Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Ability to develop trust and partnerships

Education

Full Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – 24 St Swithin

Salary – From £27,996 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location - Aberdeen

Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.”

We’re looking for Full time Early Years Practitioner to join our 24 St Swithin nursery.

Our Benefits

• £27,996 FTE per annum
• Childcare discount of 50% for first child *
• Enhanced parental leave
• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*
• Pension
• Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more
• Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach

*Subject to T&Cs

The Role

As an Early Years Practitioner, you will plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities, tailored to each of your key children, to encourage their development towards key milestones. You will create a safe environment that allows children the freedom to express themselves, engage their minds, and help to foster a lifelong love of learning.

What we’re looking for

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification
• Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments
• Strong understanding of the Scottish Curriculum frameworks
• Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/ carers

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced PVG Check.

If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today!

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you experience any problems, please [e-mail] we will be happy to help.