Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Horizons is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join their Fulbourn Nursery in Cambridge. This role involves creating and implementing activities to support children's development in a nurturing environment. The nursery offers competitive salary, benefits, and a commitment to professional development, inviting passionate individuals to apply.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Virtual GP appointments and financial benefits

Professional development programme access

Qualifications

• Relevant Level 2 Early Years qualification.
• Experience in creating inclusive learning environments.
• Knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children's development.
• Create a safe environment that fosters self-expression and learning.
• Reflect on activities tailored to each child's key milestones.

Skills

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Child safeguarding and protection knowledge

Ability to develop trust with colleagues and parents/carers

Education

Full and relevant Level 2 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Fulbourn Day Nursery & Pre-School

Salary – From £28,746 per annum

Location – Cambridge

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 Fulbourn Nursery which is located in Capital Park. The nursery provides on-site parking, nearby shopping amenities, and regular bus routes to and from Cambridge. This purpose-built facility features an enclosed meadow, creating a wonderful environment for children to explore and learn.

• From £28,746 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
• Shift: 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 2 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 02/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom