Early Years Practitioner Level 2

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

31 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme

Job summary

Bright Horizons Beaufort Park Day Nursery & Preschool in Colindale is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to plan and deliver engaging activities for children from 3 months to five years. You will support development milestones in a nurturing, safe setting with a bright, modern space and a large garden.

The role requires Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualifications, strong EYFS knowledge, safeguarding expertise, and the ability to build trusted partnerships with parents and carers.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and development milestones.
• Solid safeguarding knowledge and child protection principles.
• Ability to build trust and effective partnerships with parents/ carers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities for key children.
• Maintain a safe environment that supports learning and exploration.
• Foster a lifelong love of learning and positive attitudes towards discovery.

Skills

EYFS understanding

Safeguarding knowledge

Parent partnerships

Education

Level 2 Early Years qualification

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Beaufort Park Day Nursery & PreschoolSalary – Starting from £29,972.80 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)Location – Colindale, London, NW9Are 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 Bright Horizons Beaufort Park Day Nursery & Preschool situated in Colindale.Our Bright Horizons Beaufort Park Day Nursery and Preschool is situated in Colindale with great transport links. We're just a 10 minute walk from Mill Hill Station, Colindale and Hendon Underground Station and under a mile from Colindale town centre. The nursery caters for up to 102 children aged 3 months to five years and benefits from a beautiful modern space with bright, airy rooms filled with cosy reading corners, imagination stations and sensory area's along with a large garden area with play equipment.Our BenefitsChildcare discount of 50% for first child*Enhanced parental leave31 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*PensionFinancial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and moreProfessional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach*Subject to T&CsThe RoleAs 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 forFull and relevant Level 2 or 3 or above Early Years qualificationPassion for creating fun and inclusive learning environmentsStrong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protectionAbility to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/ carersBright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants.Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years. Apply today!Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants.Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years. Apply today!We look forward to receiving your application!