Early Years Practitioner L3

Bright Horizons; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in the United Kingdom is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to create engaging activities tailored to children's development. You will work within a supportive nursery environment, focusing on fostering a lifelong love for learning. Candidates should possess a Level 3 or above Early Years qualification and a passion for inclusive learning. The role includes various benefits like 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

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme access

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Passion for creating engaging learning environments.
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children's development.
• Create a safe environment for children.
• Reflect on activities tailored to each key child.

Skills

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Ability to develop trust and working partnerships

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

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.

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

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.

About the Nursery

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 Salcombe Nursery, situated in Southgate, North London. Our nursery is Ofsted rated “Good”, offers 4 age specific rooms, as well as an amazing “adventure garden” – including a separate baby garden, a tipi, a hobbit house, a wooden climbing frame, and a wobbly cycle track! There are also Spanish, Drama and Sports extra-curricular activities too.

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