Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Kenilworth; On-site; GBP 28,080 - 29,203; 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

Access to professional development programs

Job summary

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool in Kenilworth is seeking a dedicated Early Years Practitioner. This role involves planning and implementing engaging activities tailored to children's developmental needs. The nursery provides a flourishing environment where creativity and learning thrive.

Ideal candidates will possess a relevant Level 2/3 qualification and demonstrate a commitment to child welfare. Benefit offerings include childcare discounts and a comprehensive professional development program.

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant Level 2/3 Early Years qualification.
• Ability to develop trust and strong partnerships with colleagues and parents.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for key children.
• Create a safe environment that fosters a love of learning.
• Reflect on activities to encourage children's development.

Skills

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Education

Full and relevant Level 2/3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery: Bright Horizons Kenilworth Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: Starting from £28,080 - £29,203.20 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8

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’re looking for an Early Years Practitioner to join our Kenilworth Day Nursery and Preschool. The nursery is situated in the beautiful castle town of Kenilworth -commutable from Coventry, Warwick, Leamington Spa and the West Midlands.

This nursery is proudly rated 'Good' by Ofsted and offers a full refurbished environment, extensive outdoor area and is full of cosy reading corners, sensory area's and imagination stations!

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
• 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 2/3 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!

We look forward to receiving your application!

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