Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons UK; Esher; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable childcare organization in Esher is seeking a Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner. The role involves planning and implementing engaging activities for children, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for their development. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and a passion for fostering inclusive learning. This position offers competitive salary and numerous benefits including childcare discounts and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50%

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Wellbeing benefits including virtual GP appointments

Access to professional development programmes

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualified Practitioner required.
• Experience in creating engaging activities for children.
• Understanding of child safety and safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activities tailored to children’s development.
• Create a safe learning environment.
• Encourage children’s freedom of expression.

Skills

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Ability to develop trust with colleagues and parents/carers

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Bright Horizons Hinchley Wood Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary Level 2 – £27,310 - £28,204 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Salary Level 3 – £28,392 - £33,467 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location: Esher, Surrey

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 are looking for a full time, Level 3 qualified Practitioner to join our newly refurbished Bright Horizons Hinchley wood setting, located close to Hinchley Wood Station just off the Kingston by pass. The nursery has an upcoming Forest School within our vast gardens, is working towards ECO school accreditation and has a strong focus on The Nurture Approach.

Our 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
• Shift options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days, 24 hours over 3 days, or 16 hours over 2 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!

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you experience any problems, please [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.