Early Years Practitioner

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

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

31 days leave incl holidays

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Career development

Job summary

Bright Horizons Sawbridgeworth Nursery is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for a full-time role in Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire. You will plan, implement, and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each child, fostering development and a love of learning.

You should hold a Level 3+ Early Years qualification, with a strong EYFS understanding and safeguarding knowledge. The role offers a 50% childcare discount, enhanced parental leave, and access to Bright Horizons’ development programmes.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities tailored to key children.
• Create a safe environment that allows children to express themselves and develop.
• Foster a lifelong love of learning through supportive interactions with children, colleagues and parents.

Skills

Inclusive learning

EYFS understanding

Safeguarding knowledge

Parent communication

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Sawbridgeworth Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – From: £29,203.20 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, CM21

Hours- Full time Monday-Friday

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.”

Bright Horizons Sawbridgeworth Nursery is a listed building and only a 10 minute walk from the station. The nursery is in a rural area with a lovely garden area and light airy rooms. Locally, you will find unique amenities including shops and cafés and street parking nearby.

Our Benefits

• Childcare discount of 50% for first child




• Enhanced parental leave




• 31 days annual leave, including 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.

INDCLH

Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants.

Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years.