Early Years Practitioner (Baby room)

Bright Horizons UK; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Horizons UK is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for their Mount Vernon Nursery in London. The role involves planning and implementing engaging activities tailored to children's development milestones within a supportive environment. Candidates should hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and possess a strong understanding of the EYFS. Join a respected organization committed to making a positive impact on the next generation.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments

Professional development programme access

Shift options available

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities for children's development.
• Create a safe environment allowing freedom for children to express themselves.
• Foster a lifelong love of learning in children.

Skills

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/careers

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery: Bright Horizons Mount Vernon Day Nursery

Salary: Starting from £28,745.60 - £29,868.80 per annum (dependant on qualifications and experience)

Location: Northwood, London, HA6 2RN

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 Mount Vernon Nursery.Our 124 place nursery is Ofsted rated 'Good' and located in a beautiful, recently refurbished environment and is set across two buildings. Both buildings are equipped to the very highest standard and our nursery features two large outdoor play areas and access to our forest school.

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!

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