Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Whetstone; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

Additional leave option

Wellbeing benefits

Career development programme

Job summary

Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool in London is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to plan, deliver and reflect on tailored activities that support each child’s development. You will foster a safe, expressive learning environment and work closely with families to build trust and partnership.

The role requires a Level 2/3+ Early Years qualification; safeguarding is central, and the setting offers a supportive, inclusive workplace with strong development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 2/3 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/carers

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities for key children
• Maintain a safe environment that supports learning and expression
• Contribute to safeguarding and safer recruitment practices
• Create strong partnerships with parents and carers to support development

Skills

Passion for inclusive learning

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Child-parent collaboration

Education

Level 2/3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Whetstone Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – Starting from £31,158.40 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Whetstone, London

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 Whetstone nursery, situated in Whetstone, North London, commutable by car or public transport. The nearest station is Totteridge & Whetstone Underground Station, which is on the Northern Line making it easily commutable from Barnet, Finchley, Mill Hill, Camden, Euston and surrounding areas! Our 46 place nursery has a beautiful rooftop terrace, which allows children to continue their learning journey outdoors. With a wide range of age-specific activities and toys, there is always so much to discover and explore, including our exciting sand and water trays.

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.

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.

What we’re looking for

• Full and relevant Level 2/3 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. Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years.

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