Early Years Practitioner (Level 3)

Bright Horizons Family Solutions; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Haywards Heath seeks a Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner. You will implement engaging activities that support children's development, create a safe environment for self-expression, and foster a love for learning. Competitive salary starting from £27,000 per annum and various benefits including childcare discounts and enhanced parental leave are offered in this full-time position.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme access

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner with a focus on development and engagement.
• Experience in creating safe and expressive learning environments.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices in early years education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children's development.
• Create a safe environment for children to express themselves.
• Encourage a love of learning through tailored activities.

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 partnerships with colleagues and parents

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery Bright Horizons Rose Cottage Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary starting from 27000 per annum (dependent on qualification / s and experience)

Location: Haywards Heath

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 a Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Rose Cottage Day Nursery and Preschool.

The Benefits

• 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.

Qualifications & Experience

• 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 that has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today!

InDSM

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you experience any problems please let us know, we will be happy to help.

Additional Information

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1