Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Witney; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An inclusive childcare provider seeks an Early Years Practitioner for its Witney nursery. The role involves planning and implementing activities to support children's development in a nurturing environment. Applicants should have a Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification and a passion for fostering fun learning experiences. Join a Great Place to Work dedicated to making a difference.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

24/7 virtual GP appointments

Access to professional development programmes

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 2 or 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Ability to develop trust and strong partnerships

Education

Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Witney Day Nursery

Salary – £27,310.40 - £28,392per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Hours - 40 Hours Per Week | Mon-Fri

Location – Witney, Oxfordshire

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 Witney nursery.

We’re looking for an Early Years Assistant to join our Witney nursery. This Ofsted rated 'Good' nursery caters for up to 85 children from ages 3 months up to 5 years. It includes 3 age based rooms and a beautiful outdoor space for the children to enjoy.

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 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

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!

INDCLH

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you experience any problems, please [e-mail] we will be happy to help.