Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Worthing; On-site; GBP 24,309 - 29,711; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus paid holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme access

Job summary

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool in Worthing is seeking a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner to create and implement engaging activities for children. The role requires a Level 3 qualification and a passion for fostering inclusive learning environments.

As an Early Years Practitioner, you will encourage children's development towards key milestones, creating a safe and supportive environment. Enjoy benefits like a 50% childcare discount, enhanced parental leave, and professional development opportunities.

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 of safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to develop trust and partnerships with colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children's development.
• Create a safe environment that fosters a love of learning.

Skills

Creating inclusive learning environments

Understanding of EYFS

Safeguarding knowledge

Building trust with colleagues and parents

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Vacancy: Level 2 Early Years Practitioner

Bright Horizons Worthing Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – starting from £27,010 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Worthing

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.”

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

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.

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.