Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons; Warrington; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for their Callands nursery in Warrington. The role involves planning engaging activities to support children's development in a newly refurbished setting. With a strong commitment to personal development and a supportive culture, this is a great opportunity for qualified individuals who wish to make a lasting impact on young lives.

Benefits

50% childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme access

Qualifications

• Relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification required.
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Ability to develop trusting relationships with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children's development.
• Create a safe environment that encourages self-expression.
• Foster a lifelong love of learning in children.

Skills

Child development

Safeguarding

Inclusive learning environments

Trust building

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

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Salary – £26,915.20 - £31,720.00 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Callands, Warrington

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 Callands nursery. The Nursery is Ofsted rated “Good” having been newly refurbished the setting boasts a large private garden and is equipped with a wonderful range of age appropriate toys and activities.

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

Shift options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days

*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!

We look forward to receiving your application!