Early Years Practitioner Level 2

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

Job summary

A leading nursery is seeking an Early Years Practitioner Level 2 for its Colchester location. You'll be responsible for creating engaging activities and a safe space for children's development while benefiting from comprehensive perks and a supportive workplace culture aligned with the HEART principles.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits including virtual GP access

Professional development programme access

Qualifications

• Level 2 or above Early Years qualification is required.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding.
• Ability to develop trust with colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities for children.
• Create a safe environment for children to express themselves.
• Encourage children's development towards key milestones.

Skills

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Education

Full and relevant Level 2 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

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Early Years Practitioner Level 2, Colchester

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Client:

Bright Horizons

Location:

Colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

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Job Description:

Nursery – Bright Horizons Colchester Day Nursery & Pre-School

Salary – From £25,896 per annum

Location – Colchester

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 Colchester nursery. The setting accommodates up to 108 children in a beautifully purpose-built setting, featuring spacious rooms and garden areas ideal for outdoor teaching and learning. The nursery boasts excellent public transport links.

• From £25,896 per annum
• 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 2 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!