Early Years Practitioner

TN United Kingdom; Epsom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking a passionate Level 3 qualified Practitioner to join their outstanding nursery in Epsom. This full-time role offers the opportunity to create engaging activities that foster children's development while working in a supportive environment. With a commitment to excellence and a strong focus on employee well-being, this organization provides numerous benefits, including flexible working options, generous holiday allowances, and professional development programs. Join a team that values honesty, accountability, and teamwork, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children.

Benefits

Discounted childcare (50% for first child)

Up to 33 days holiday per year

Smart Health access

Financial support for early access to wages

Development programme access

Future Leaders programme

Employee Appreciation events

Qualifications

• Full and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Previous experience working with children in a nursery setting.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Early Years qualification

Communication skills

Child welfare and safeguarding knowledge

Ability to build trust

Experience with children

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

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Nursery: Bright Horizons Epsom Waltham Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary : £28,274 + (dependent on qualification and experience)

We are looking for a full time , Level 3 qualified Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Epsom Waltham Day Nursery and Preschool, situated in Epsom, Surrey.

Set in a quiet, residential area, our Ofsted Outstanding nursery in Epsom provides the very best care and early education for children aged 3 months to 5 years, and we can't wait to welcome you.

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 (subject to availability)

Up to 33 days holiday per year, 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!