Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,223 - 29,606; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Leeds is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to create engaging activities that foster children's development. The role calls for a Level 3 Early Years qualification and a passion for inclusive education. You'll provide a safe environment for children while collaborating with colleagues and parents. Join us and make a difference in the next generation's lives. Experience in safeguarding and child protection is essential.

Qualifications

• Passion for early childhood education.
• Ability to develop trust with colleagues and parents.
• Experience in creating engaging activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children.
• Create a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Encourage children's development towards key milestones.

Skills

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 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Southampton Day Nursery

Salary – From £26,915 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Southampton

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 Bright Horizons Southampton Day Nursery.

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 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!

We look forward to receiving your application!

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