Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank hols +

Pension

Wellbeing benefits including 24/7 GP

Career development programme access

Job summary

Bright Horizons Elm Grove Day Nursery and Preschool in Kingston upon Thames is hiring a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to support children's development through planned activities and reflective practice. You will create a safe, inclusive learning environment, build strong partnerships with parents, and promote a lifelong love of learning.

This role requires a Level 3 or higher EY qualification and a strong EYFS understanding.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Strong EYFS knowledge and safeguarding understanding.
• Ability to build trusted partnerships with parents.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities tailored to each child.
• Create a safe environment encouraging expression and exploration.
• Foster lifelong love of learning in a supportive setting.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Relationship building

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Elm Grove Day Nursery and PreschoolSalary – Starting from £31,158.40 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)Location – Kingston upon ThamesAre 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 a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Elm Grove Day Nursery and Preschool.Our BenefitsChildcare discount of 50% for first child*Enhanced parental leave20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*PensionFinancial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and moreProfessional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach*Subject to T&CsThe RoleAs 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 forFull and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualificationPassion for creating fun and inclusive learning environmentsStrong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protectionAbility to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/ carersBright 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.Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years. Apply today!INDSMBright 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.Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years. Apply today!We look forward to receiving your application!