Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave + bank holidays +

Christmas closure

Pension

Wellbeing benefits including virtualGP

Career development access

Job summary

Bright Horizons Weybridge Nursery is hiring an Early Years Practitioner to plan and deliver engaging activities for children, ensuring safety and development within a warm, inclusive setting.

You will implement EYFS-based learning, reflect on practice, and collaborate with staff and families to support every child’s milestones while benefiting from Bright Horizons’ HEART culture and extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 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 colleagues and parents/caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each child.
• Create a safe environment that allows children to express themselves and fosters lifelong learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents to support children's development.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Inclusive learning

Child safeguarding

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery:

Bright Horizons Weybridge Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary

£29,619 - £34,840 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location

Weybridge, Surrey

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 Weybridge Nursery is in the heart of Weybridge town centre, and on the doorstep of a lovely recreational park. We are conveniently located just off the main high street with access to local bus stops and a wide variety of shops, cafes, and coffee shops to enjoy during your lunch break. We are a 10-minute walk from Weybridge train station and residential parking is available just a short walk away from the Nursery. Our Nursery is a beautiful grade 2 listed building with lots of natural light, character, and charm. Our long standing, committed team are lead by an experienced leadership team who lead with HEART and are very hands on, with a well being focused approach.

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.

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.

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