Early Years Practitioner

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

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount (50%)

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Paid Christmas closure

Pension

Wellbeing benefits including virtualGP

Careers coach access

Job summary

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC. in Edinburgh is hiring a Full-time Early Years Practitioner for the RBS Gogarburn nursery. You will plan and deliver engaging activities, ensuring a safe, supportive environment that nurtures children's development and curiosity.

The role requires a Level 3+ Early Years qualification, safeguarding knowledge, and the ability to build strong partnerships with families. Comprehensive benefits and inclusive culture are provided.

Qualifications

• Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments.
• Strong understanding of the Scottish Curriculum (Curriculum for Excellence).
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with colleagues and parents/ carers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities tailored to each child.
• Create a safe environment that fosters expression and a love of learning.
• Reflect on practice to support development towards milestones.
• Work with families to support children's progress and wellbeing.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Safeguarding

Communication with parents

Child development

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – RBSSalary – £29,619.20 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)Location – EdinburghAre 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 Full time Early Years Practitioner to join our RBS Gogarburn nursery.Our Benefits£29,619.20 per annumChildcare discount of 50% for first child* T&C applyEnhanced 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 coach*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 Scottish CurriculumStrong 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 a PVG 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.INDEDIBright 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!