Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons UK; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery provider in Twickenham seeks an Early Years Practitioner to plan and implement engaging activities tailored to children's development. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and a strong passion for creating inclusive learning environments. This role offers full-time or part-time hours with benefits including childcare discounts, enhanced leave, and professional development opportunities. Join a supportive organization dedicated to making a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments

Professional development programme access

Qualifications

• Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years Education required.
• Passion for creating engaging and inclusive learning environments.
• Strong understanding of children's developmental milestones and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children's development.
• Create a safe environment to foster children's expression and love of learning.

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

Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Oak Lane Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – Starting from: £28,745.60/£29,868.80 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Twickenham, London

Hours- Full Time or Part Time (Full days)

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.”

Bright Horizons Oak Lane Nursery, is rated Good by Ofsted and located in Twickenham with free parking.

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!

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We look forward to receiving your application!

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