Early Years Practitioner — Inspire Growth in Forest School

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

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave + holidays

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Bright Horizons Epping Day Nursery and Preschool, in Essex, is recruiting an Early Years Practitioner for a full-time role. The nursery, rated Good by Ofsted, offers Forest School and intergenerational sessions, with 92 places and strong transport links.

You will plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to each child, ensuring a safe space for expression and learning, and work closely with families and colleagues. The role emphasizes safeguarding and professional development opportunities.

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, implement and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each child to encourage development toward milestones.
• Create a safe environment that allows children to express themselves and foster a lifelong love of learning.

Skills

Level 3 EYFS

Inclusive learning

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Parent partnerships

Education

Level 3+ Early Years qualification

Job description

Bright Horizons Epping Day Nursery and Preschool, in Essex, is recruiting an Early Years Practitioner for a full-time role. The nursery, rated Good by Ofsted, offers Forest School and intergenerational sessions, with 92 places and strong transport links.

You will plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to each child, ensuring a safe space for expression and learning, and work closely with families and colleagues. The role emphasizes safeguarding and professional development opportunities.