Early Years Practitioner Level 3

Bright Horizons; Dartford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in Dartford is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join their nursery. You will create and implement engaging activities tailored to children's developmental milestones in a supportive and nurturing environment. Applicants should have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and a passion for early childhood education. The role offers competitive salary and benefits including a childcare discount and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension benefits

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Access to professional development programme

Qualifications

• Experience in creating engaging activities for children's development.
• Ability to plan and implement reflective learning activities.
• Skills in fostering a safe and expressive environment for children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and reflect on activities tailored to children's milestones.
• Create a safe environment for self-expression and learning.
• Engage children in stimulating educational experiences.

Skills

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

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

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Client:

Bright Horizons

Location:

Dartford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Nursery: Bright Horizons Springfield Lodge Dartford Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: £28,392 - £33,467 per annum (depending on qualification and experience)

Location: Dartford

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 Bright Horizons Springfield Lodge Dartford Day Nursery and Preschool, situated IN Dartford, Kent. This nursery offers an up and coming forest school with large outside space as well as long serving, diverse, supportive staff team. This nursery also has an onsite car park for staff and parents.

• 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 options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days, 24 hours over 3 days, or 16 hours over 2 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!

We look forward to receiving your application!