Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in London is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to plan and implement engaging activities tailored to children's development. The ideal candidate will foster a safe and inclusive environment that encourages self-expression and a lifelong love of learning. A Level 3 Early Years qualification and understanding of the EYFS are essential for this role, along with strong partnership abilities with colleagues and parents.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme access

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification needed.
• Strong understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) required.
• Ability to create a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement, and reflect on engaging activities for children's development.
• Create a safe, inclusive learning environment for self-expression.

Skills

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with colleagues and parents/carers

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each child to support development towards key milestones.
• Create a safe, inclusive learning environment that encourages self-expression and a lifelong love of learning.

Qualifications

• 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 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.

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
• Subject to T&Cs