Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Chandler's Ford; On-site; GBP 14,774 - 21,042; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme access

Job summary

A leading early education provider in Chandler's Ford is seeking an Early Years Practitioner. The role involves planning engaging activities to support children's development in a safe environment. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and a passion for creating inclusive learning spaces. Benefit from a supportive workplace that values teamwork and professional growth. Join a workplace voted as a Great Place to Work since 2006.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities for children.
• Create a safe environment that allows children to express themselves.
• Encourage development towards key milestones.

Skills

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage

Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Overview

Nursery – Bright Horizons Chandlers Ford

Salary – From £13ph (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Chandlers Ford

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 wonderful team at Chandlers Ford.

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 - 11-3 or 10-2 Monday to Friday all year round (no term time)
• 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!

INDSH

We look forward to receiving your application!

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