Early Years practitioner - Full time

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Warrington; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount 50%

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension

Wellbeing benefits incl. virtual GP

Career development programme

Shift options: Full or part time

Christmas closure

Job summary

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool in Callands, Warrington, is seeking an Early Years Practitioner. You will plan, deliver and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each child, helping them reach key milestones in a safe, inspiring environment.

You will hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification, have EYFS knowledge, safeguarding expertise, and be committed to building strong partnerships with colleagues and families. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Plan, create and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each child
• Create a safe environment that allows children to express themselves and develop a love of learning
• Develop strong partnerships with colleagues and parents/carers

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Child development

Communication with parents

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification or above

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Callands

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.”

Salary

£28,072.60 per annum (full time equivalent / dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location

Callands, Warrington

Our Benefits

• £28,072.60 per annum (full time equivalent)
• 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: Full or part time, open to discuss hours
• 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

Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants.