Early Years Practitioner - Inspire Curious Learners

Bright Horizons; Essex; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount (50%)

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Careers coach

Job summary

Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Nursery in Upminster, London, is seeking an Early Years Practitioner. You will plan, create and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each child to support development and foster a lifelong love of learning.

This full‑time role offers 40 hours per week, with a salary of £29,868.80 per year and benefits including a 50% childcare discount, enhanced parental leave, 20 days’ leave plus bank holidays, a pension, and wellbeing support.

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 colleagues and parents/ carers

Responsibilities

• Plan, create and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each child to support development and milestones
• Create a safe and stimulating environment that fosters a lifelong love of learning for every child

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Nursery in Upminster, London, is seeking an Early Years Practitioner. You will plan, create and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each child to support development and foster a lifelong love of learning.

This full‑time role offers 40 hours per week, with a salary of £29,868.80 per year and benefits including a 50% childcare discount, enhanced parental leave, 20 days’ leave plus bank holidays, a pension, and wellbeing support.