Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons; Astley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for its nursery in Astley. The role involves creating and implementing tailored activities for children, fostering their development, and ensuring a safe learning environment. Candidates should possess a Level 3 Early Years qualification, along with a passion for nurturing inclusive learning experiences and a solid understanding of the EYFS framework.

Benefits

50% childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus paid holidays

Access to financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programs

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection principles.
• Ability to develop trust with parents and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children.
• Create a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Encourage children's development towards key milestones.

Skills

Child safety knowledge

Creating inclusive environments

Engagement strategies

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

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Salary – £27,996.80 - £32,988.80 (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Astley, Manchester

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 an Early Years Practitioner to join our Astley nursery, which is an OFSTED rated Good nursery and conveniently located near Atherton and Walkden train stations, as well as several bus routes.

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

Shift options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days

*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 Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

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 DBS.

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!

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Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom