Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Mount; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount 50%

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension

Financial wellbeing benefits

Career development programme access

Subject to TCs

Job summary

Bright Horizons Kew Day Nursery and Preschool in Richmond, London, is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to plan and deliver engaging activities aligned with the EYFS, supporting development in a 66-place setting on a primary school site.

You will create a safe, nurturing environment that encourages curiosity and a lifelong love of learning, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 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 safeguarding knowledge and child protection practices.
• Ability to develop trust and partnerships with colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and review engaging activities tailored to each child.
• Maintain a safe, stimulating environment that supports learning and development.

Skills

Level 3+ Early Years qualification

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding / child protection

Partnerships with parents/carers

Inclusive learning environment

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Kew Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – From: £14.41ph (Level 2), from £14.98ph (level 3) (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Richmond, London, TW9

Hours - Monday-Friday 40 hours per week

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 Kew Nursery, situated on the site of a primary school. We're less than a 10 minute walk from Kew Gardens station on the District line and also have free parking just a short walk from the nursery.

Our 66-place nursery is proudly Ofsted rated ‘Good’ and consists of bright, colourful rooms tailored for each age group. Our nursery also features a fantastic outdoor space for the children to explore, fully equipped with a sandpit and climbing frame!

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.

INDCLL

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.