Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading childcare organization as an Early Years Practitioner at Bright Horizons Kenton Day Nursery, where you'll inspire and educate children. This part-time role offers a supportive environment driven by HEART principles. Enjoy competitive pay, professional development, and various benefits while making a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for the first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension Scheme

24/7 virtual GP appointments and financial benefits

Access to professional development programmes

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 2 or above Early Years qualification is required.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection is essential.
• Passion for creating inclusive learning environments and the EYFS are key.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, and implement engaging activities tailored to children.
• Create a safe environment that encourages self-expression and development.
• Foster a lifelong love of learning among children.

Skills

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

Education

Level 2 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

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Nursery:Bright Horizons Kenton Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary:Starting from £28,745.60 - £29,868.80 (pro rata'd to hours) per annum/£13.82-£14.36 per -(dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Hours: 4 Days a week | 32 Hours Per Week | Permanent

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 are looking for a part time, Level 2 or 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Kenton situated in London.

Our Bright Horizons Kenton Day Nursery and Preschool is a beautiful converted house based in Kenton, Harrow and is situated within close proximity of the Bakerloo and Metropolitan Lines. Kenton Day Nursery is Ofsted rated 'Good' and the 88-place setting features well-resourced rooms and a fantastic, colourful garden area with play equipment.

• 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 Scheme
• 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 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!

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We look forward to receiving your application!