Early Years Practitioner - 36 hours

Bright Horizons; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery in Wakefield is seeking a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join their Outstanding rated team. The role includes planning engaging activities tailored to children's development while ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. With benefits such as childcare discounts and professional development opportunities, this position is perfect for someone looking to make a profound impact on young minds.

Benefits

50% childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

24/7 virtual GP appointments

Access to a careers coach

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Strong understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities for key children.
• Create a safe environment for children to express themselves.
• Foster a love of learning and support child development.

Skills

Creative learning environment

Understanding of EYFS

Knowledge of safeguarding

Strong partnerships

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

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Early Years Practitioner - 36 hours, Wakefield

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Client:

Bright Horizons

Location:

Wakefield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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Job Description:

Nursery – Bright Horizons Tingley

Salary– £26,915.20 - £31,720.00 per annum (full time equivalent / dependant on qualification/s and experience)

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 Tingley nursery.

Our 78 place nursery is proudly Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ and has a large garden that allows for activities such as planting, growing and digging as well as a climbing frame!

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

Shift options: 36 hours over 4 days

*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. 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!

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We look forward to receiving your application!