Early Years Practitioner — Brand-New Brentwood Nursery

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 26,657 - 32,581; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme access

Job summary

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool is seeking Level 2 & 3 Early Years Practitioners for its new 88-place nursery opening in Brentwood in November 2026. You will plan and implement engaging activities to foster children's development, creating a safe and inclusive environment. The role offers a salary starting from £29,619.20 per annum, along with benefits like a 50% childcare discount, enhanced parental leave, and various professional development programs.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 2 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.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities for children's development.
• Create a safe environment that allows children to express themselves and engage their minds.

Skills

Creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Education

Full and relevant Level 2 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool is seeking Level 2 & 3 Early Years Practitioners for its new 88-place nursery opening in Brentwood in November 2026. You will plan and implement engaging activities to foster children's development, creating a safe and inclusive environment. The role offers a salary starting from £29,619.20 per annum, along with benefits like a 50% childcare discount, enhanced parental leave, and various professional development programs.