Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons; Wembley; On-site; GBP 29,972 - 31,158; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

31 days annual leave

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Career development access

Job summary

Bright Horizons Wembley Day Nursery is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to plan, implement and reflect on engaging activities that support each child’s development. You will foster a safe, inclusive environment where children can freely express themselves and develop a lifelong love of learning.

Role requires Level 2/3 Early Years qualifications, strong EYFS knowledge, safeguarding awareness, and the ability to build trusted partnerships with families and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements.
• Ability to plan, create and reflect on engaging early years activities.
• Ability to build trust and strong working partnerships with colleagues and parents/carers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on activities tailored to each child.
• Provide a safe environment that supports expression and learning.
• Support development towards key milestones and foster a love of learning.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Partnership with parents

Education

Level 2 Early Years qualification

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Position Details

Nursery – Bright Horizons Wembley Day Nursery

Salary: £29,972.80 – £31,158.40 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday‑Friday, permanent

Location: Wembley, HA9 7HH

Benefits

• Childcare discount of 50% for first child
• Enhanced parental leave
• 31 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas closure (ability to 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.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Full and relevant Level 2 or 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

Safety and Recruitment

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. All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants.