Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Chilworth; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Bright Horizons Chilworth Day Nursery is seeking a full-time Early Years Practitioner to join our 64-place setting in Southampton. You will plan and deliver engaging activities, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment that nurtures each child’s development and curiosity.

We welcome applicants with a Level 3+ Early Years qualification, a strong EYFS understanding, safeguarding knowledge, and the ability to partner with parents and staff to support every child’s learning journey.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS and safeguarding practices.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with children, colleagues, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities for each child.
• Provide a safe environment that encourages expression and learning.
• Support development toward key milestones and foster a love of learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues and communicate with parents/carers.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Child development

Diversity & inclusion

Communication

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Chilworth Day NurserySalary Level 2 – £27,009.60 - £27,823.80 per annum ( Pro Rata for part time) (dependant on qualification/s and experience)Salary Level 3 – £28,072.20 - £33,020.50 per annum (Pro rata for part time) (dependant on qualification/s and experience)Location – ChilworthAre 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 a full time Early Years Practitioner to join our Chilworth Day Nursery. Our Chilworth nursery is a 64 place nursery, situated in the University Parkway Science Park in Southampton, close to local bus routes.The nursery has been awarded an Ofsted rating of ‘Good’ for their commitment to high quality childcare and education (July 2019).Our BenefitsChildcare discount of 50% for first child*Enhanced parental leave20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*PensionFinancial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and moreProfessional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coachShift options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days, 24 hours over 3 days, or 16 hours over 2 days*Subject to T&CsThe RoleAs 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 forFull and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualificationPassion for creating fun and inclusive learning environmentsStrong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protectionAbility to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/ carersBright 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.If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today!INDSMBright 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. Apply today!We look forward to receiving your application!