Early Years Practitioner

TN United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Level 3 qualified Practitioner to join their vibrant nursery in Colchester. This role offers an exciting opportunity to create engaging activities that foster children's development while ensuring their safety and well-being. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive environment, this organization values teamwork and personal growth. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a generous holiday allowance and opportunities for professional development. If you are dedicated to making learning fun and impactful, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

50% discounted childcare for first child

Up to 33 days holiday per year

Smart Health access

Financial support for early wage access

Development programme access

Future Leaders programme

Employee Appreciation events

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Full and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification is essential.
• Previous experience in a nursery setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children's development.
• Develop strong partnerships with parents and ensure child welfare.

Skills

Early Years qualification

Experience working with children

Communication techniques

Child welfare and safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

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Nursery: Bright Horizons Colchester Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: From £25,200 per annum

Location: Colchester

We are looking for a full time, Level 3 qualified Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Colchester Nursery.

Bright Horizons Colchester caters for upto 108 children, in a beautiful purpose built setting which features spacious rooms and garden areas, perfect for plenty of outdoor teaching and learning! It has great public transport links, as well as some onsite parking.

What we can offer you

Our benefits include, but are not limited to;

• Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews
• Discounted childcare of 50% for first child (T&Cs apply)
• Up to 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), with the option to buy additional days
• Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support
• Financial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans and a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities and days out
• Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries
• Access to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you to step into a Room Leader position
• Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’s
• Happy to Talk Flexible Working

Why Bright Horizons?

We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you’d be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We’ve also been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006 - as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women.

Did you know, Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005 supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations? Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year!

What you’ll be doing

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities, tailored to each of your key children, to encourage their development towards key milestones.
• Develop and maintain strong parent/ carer partnerships
• Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguarding
• Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment

What we’re looking for

• Full and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (essential)
• Previous experience working with children (ideally as a Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, or similar)
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child
• Ability to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parents
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children

We look forward to receiving your application!