Early Years practitioner L3

Bright Horizons UK; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join their Harwell Day Nursery in East Hagbourne. The role involves planning and facilitating engaging activities for children aged 3 months to 5 years, and fostering a passion for learning in a safe and supportive environment. Applicants should possess a Level 3 qualification in Early Years, showcasing dedication to child development and inclusive practices. Benefit packages include generous leave and a childcare discount.

Benefits

50% childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Access to virtual GP appointments

Professional development programme

Qualifications

• Required Level 3 qualification in Early Years.
• Ability to create engaging learning activities.
• Understanding of child development milestones.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children.
• Create a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Foster strong partnerships with parents and colleagues.

Skills

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Harwell Day Nursery

Salary – £27,310.40 - £28,392 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Hours – 40 Hours Per Week | Mon-Fri | Permanent

Location – Harwell Oxfordshire

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 Harwell Day Nursery!

This nursery cares for up to 94 children aged 3 months to 5 years. Based in the Harwell Campus in Didcot the nursery has a large range of resources and activities including a mini kitchen for the children to get involved in cooking with our qualified nursery chef and also dance classes with Boogie Mites where the children can express themselves and learn through music and movement.

Our Benefits

• 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
• *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!

We look forward to receiving your application!

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