Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons; Hatching Green; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early years provider is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to inspire and shape the futures of young children. You will create engaging and educational activities tailored to individual needs while working within a supportive and inclusive environment. This role offers competitive salary, generous benefits, and an opportunity to thrive in a well-rated nursery setting.

Benefits

50% childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to financial and wellbeing support

Professional development programs

Qualifications

• Valid Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years.
• Keen understanding of developmental milestones.
• Experience in planning and reflecting on engaging activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement development activities for children.
• Create a safe and engaging learning environment.
• Engage and motivate children to foster a love of learning.

Skills

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Ability to develop trust and partnerships with parents

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

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Nursery – Bright Horizons Harpenden Luton Road Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – Starting from: £26,936.00/£27,996.80 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Hours- Full time

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.”

Our Bright Horizons Harpenden Day Nursery and Preschool is Ofsted rated 'Good', and is situated in Harpenden, just a short distance from the town centre with onsite parking available.

The nursery is set in a beautiful converted Victorian house with seven spacious rooms spread over three floors, including a 'must-see' log cabin nursery room. The nursery also benefits from a large outdoor play area which the children enjoy regularly!

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

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!