Early Years Practitioner Level 2

Bright Horizons; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Chelmsford is seeking a qualified Early Years Practitioner. The role involves planning engaging activities, developing strong parent partnerships, and ensuring child welfare. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and a passion for child development. The position offers above industry-standard salary and extensive benefits, including discounted childcare and up to 33 days of holiday per year.

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

50% discounted childcare for first child

Up to 33 days holiday per year

Smart Health access

Development programme access

Employee Appreciation events

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, or Early Years Educator is ideal.
• Ability to build trust with children and parents.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children.
• Develop strong partnerships with parents/carers.
• Promote child welfare and safety.

Skills

Full and Relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification

Previous experience working with children

Passion for making learning fun

Strong knowledge of Safeguarding and Child Protection

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12.08.2025

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26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Nursery: Bright Horizons Chelmsford Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: £25,200- £30,000 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

We are looking for a full time, qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Chelmsford Day Nursery and Preschool.

What we can offer you

Our benefits include, but are not limited to;

Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews

Discounted childcare of 50% for first child

Up to 33 days holiday per year, with the option to buy additional days

Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support

Financial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans and a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities and days out

Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries

Access to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you to step into a Room Leader position

Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’s

Happy to Talk Flexible Working

Why Bright Horizons?

We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you’d be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We’ve also been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006 - as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women.

Did you know, Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005 supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations? Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year!

What you’ll be doing

Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities, tailored to each of your key children, to encourage their development towards key milestones.

Develop and maintain strong parent/ carer partnerships

Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguarding

Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment

What we’re looking for

Full and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (essential)

Previous experience working with children (ideally as a Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, or similar)

Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child

Ability to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parents

Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults

Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children

We look forward to receiving your application!