Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Parental leave

Annual leave

Additional leave

Wellbeing benefits

Career development

Flexible shifts

Job summary

Bright Horizons Bexleyheath Day Nursery and Preschool is hiring a Level 3 Practitioner to join our team in Bexleyheath. You will plan, deliver and review age-appropriate activities that support development in line with EYFS, while providing a safe, welcoming environment for every child.

You will hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification, understand safeguarding, and build strong partnerships with colleagues and parents.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS.
• Solid safeguarding and child protection understanding.
• Ability to build trust and partnerships with colleagues and parents/carers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each child to support development.
• Create a safe environment that fosters lifelong love of learning.
• Work with colleagues to ensure high standards of care and education.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding & child protection

Partnerships with parents/carers

Passion for inclusive learning

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Job Description

Job Description Nursery: Bright Horizons Bexleyheath Day Nursery and Preschool Salary Level 3 – £31,158 - £36,649 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location: Bexleyheath, London 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 are looking for a full time, Level 3 qualified Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Bexleyheath Day Nursery and Preschool, situated in Bexleyheath.

Benefits

• 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, 24 hours over 3 days, or 16 hours over 2 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

Applicant Information

Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. 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.

Company Recognition

INDSH Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years.

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