Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons; Saffron Walden; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave + bank holidays +

additional leave purchasing

Pension

24/7 virtual GP and wellbeing benefits

Professional development access

Job summary

Bright Horizons Saffron Walden Nursery is seeking a full-time Early Years Practitioner to join our setting in Saffron Walden. You will plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each of your key children, encouraging development and secure learning in a stimulating environment.

The role works 40 hours a week on site, with a focus on safeguarding and a warm, inclusive atmosphere. Bright Horizons offers benefits including childcare discount and pension.

Qualifications

• Level 3+ Early Years qualification is required.
• Proven ability to create engaging, inclusive learning environments.
• Strong EYFS knowledge and safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each child.
• Create a safe environment that encourages expression and learning.
• Develop strong partnerships with colleagues and parents.

Skills

Early years qualification (Level 3+)

Inclusive learning

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding & child protection

Building trust with colleagues/parents

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Saffron Walden Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – Starting from Level 2 £28,496, Level 3 £29,619.20 (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location- Saffron Walden, CB11

Hours - Monday-Friday, 40 hours a 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 a full time Early Years Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Saffron Walden Nursery. Our nursery is situated in the grounds of the Saffron Walden County High School and is Ofsted rated “Good”. The nursery offers on-site parking with an inviting staff room regularly stocked with goodies for the staff to enjoy.

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

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.

INDCLM

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.

Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years.