Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons UK; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for their Hull nursery, which boasts an 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating. This role involves planning engaging activities tailored to children's development in a supportive environment. The position offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a recognized great workplace.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

24/7 virtual GP appointments

Professional development programme access

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Experience in fostering a supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children's development.
• Create a safe environment for self-expression and learning.

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

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Hull

Salary – £26,915.20 - £31,720.00 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Hull

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 Hull nursery. The Nursery is Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ and offers free David Lloyd gym and pool memberships for any Bright Horizons staff member.

Our Benefits

• £26,915.20 - £31,720.00 per annum

• 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

*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!

INDNH

We look forward to receiving your application!

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