Early Years Practitioner - Afternoons

Bright Horizons; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Bexleyheath is seeking a part-time Early Years Practitioner to join their nursery. The role involves planning and implementing engaging activities for children, ensuring a safe environment, and contributing to their development. Applicants should hold a full Level 3 Early Years qualification and have a passion for creating inclusive learning environments. The position offers a salary range of £28,745 - £35,214 pro rata, depending on qualifications and experience, and includes generous benefits such as childcare discounts and enhanced parental leave.

Benefits

50% childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension benefits

Virtual GP appointments

Professional development programme access

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children.
• Create a safe environment for children to express themselves.
• Encourage children's development towards key milestones.

Skills

Creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Safeguarding and child protection knowledge

Developing trust with colleagues and parents

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery : Bright Horizons Bexleyheath Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary Level 2 – £28,745 - £29,660 pro rata per annum (dependant on qualification / s and experience)

Salary Level 3 – £29,868 - £35,214 pro rata per annum (dependant on qualification / s and experience)

Location : Bexleyheath, 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 are looking for a part time, qualified Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Bexleyheath Day Nursery and Preschool, situated in Bexleyheath working 25 hours per week, 1pm-6pm, Monday-Friday .

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

Shift options

• 40 hours over 4 or 5 days, 24 hours over 3 days, or 16 hours over 2 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!

We look forward to receiving your application!