Early Years Practitioner - Full time

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

Job summary

A leading nursery organization in Moortown is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to deliver engaging learning activities. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and a passion for creating inclusive environments. The role offers an annual salary between £26,915.20 and £31,720.00, along with excellent benefits including childcare discounts and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Access to virtual GP appointments

Professional development programs

Qualifications

• Passion for creating fun and engaging learning environments.
• Strong understanding of the Early Years curriculum and standards.
• Ability to reflect and improve on activities tailored to children's needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children's development.
• Create a safe and supportive environment for self-expression.
• Foster a lifelong love of learning among children.

Skills

Creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Building trust with colleagues and parents/carers

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Overview

Nursery – Bright HorizonsMoortown

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

Location – Moortown, Leeds

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 Moortown nursery.

The Nursery is Ofsted rated ‘Good’ and offers free David Lloyd gym and pool memberships for any Bright Horizons staff members and great transport links.

Our Benefits

• £26,915.20 - £31,720.00 per annum
• 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 5 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!

INDNH

We look forward to receiving your application!

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