Early Years Practitioner | Level 3+

Bright Horizons; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Cambridgeshire is seeking an Early Years Practitioner who will lead in creating engaging learning experiences for children. This full-time role offers annual pay starting at £29,869, along with benefits such as childcare discounts, parental leave, and a professional development program.

Benefits

50% childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension plan

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development program access

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding protocols required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, and implement engaging activities for children's development.
• Create a safe environment for children to express themselves.

Skills

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Ability to develop trust with colleagues and parents

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

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Client:

Bright Horizons

Location:

Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Nursery – Bright Horizons Little DISCoveries Day Nursery & Pre-School

Salary – From £29,869 per annum

Location – Cambridge

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 Little DISCoveries Nursery which is part of a brand-new amenities building that includes a gym and café, both accessible to Bright Horizons colleagues working in the nursery.

• From £29,869 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
• Shift: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days

*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!

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We look forward to receiving your application!