Early Years Practitioner - Part Time

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Hertford Heath; On-site; GBP 26,282 - 32,123; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments

Job summary

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool is seeking an Early Years Practitioner based in Hertford. This full-time role involves planning and implementing engaging activities for children, ensuring their safety, and encouraging development. The nursery, rated 'Good' by Ofsted, emphasizes a supportive environment for both children and staff.

Applicants must have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and a strong understanding of the EYFS. Bright Horizons offers benefits including childcare discounts, enhanced parental leave, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Ability to develop trust with colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement, and reflect on engaging activities.
• Create a safe environment for children to express themselves.
• Encourage children's development towards key milestones.

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 and strong working partnerships with colleagues and parents/carers

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Hertford Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – Starting from: £29,203.20K (Level 3) per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Hertford, SG13

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 Hertford opened in January 2020 located on the Foxholes Business Park with great transport links including local bus routes and is close to the Hertford East train station with on‑site parking is also available. The nursery benefits from seven individual rooms, each tailored to each age group with fantastic resources. All of the rooms have been designed to be flexible and with good access to the garden area which the children enjoy regularly. The nursery is proudly Ofsted rated ‘Good’.

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
• Subject to T&Cs

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

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. 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!

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