Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons; Colchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in early childhood education is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for their Colchester Nursery. With a focus on creating supportive learning environments, you will plan and implement activities that encourage children's development. The role offers competitive pay, professional development, and various employee benefits, making a real difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Access to professional development programme

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 or higher qualification in Early Years.
• Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage required.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and create engaging activities for children's development.
• Foster a safe environment allowing children to express themselves.
• Reflect on practices to encourage a love for learning.

Skills

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

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

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Nursery – Bright Horizons Colchester Day Nursery & Pre-School

Salary – From £26,916per annum

Location – Colchester

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 Colchester Nursery which accommodates up to 108 children in a beautifully purpose-built setting, featuring spacious rooms and garden areas ideal for outdoor teaching and learning. The nursery boasts excellent public transport links.

• From £26,916 per annum
• 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: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days

*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!

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We look forward to receiving your application!