Early Years Practitioner, Lunch cover

Bright Horizons UK; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Level 3 qualified Practitioner to join a vibrant nursery. This exciting part-time role focuses on creating engaging activities that promote children's development while ensuring their safety and welfare. The nursery, rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, offers a supportive environment with strong community values. With a commitment to employee development and a range of attractive benefits, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education. Join a team that values honesty, excellence, and teamwork, and help shape the future of young learners in a nurturing setting.

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

50% discounted childcare

Up to 33 days holiday

Smart Health access

Financial support for wages

Development programme access

Future Leaders programme access

Employee Appreciation events

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Essential Level 3 qualification in Early Years.
• Experience in a nursery or similar role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children's development.
• Promote child welfare and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Early Years qualification

Child welfare and protection

Communication techniques

Building trust with parents

Engaging children in learning

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery: Bright Horizons Haddenham Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: From £25,727.15 - £26,712 per annum (full time equivalent, dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location: Haddenham, Aylesbury, HP17

We are looking for a part-time, Level 3 qualified Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Haddenham situated in Aylesbury. This role is for lunch cover working Monday to Friday 11am-2pm.

The nursery newly opened in September 2021 and benefits from good public transport links by train and car, based 6 miles from Aylesbury and just 7 miles east of the M40 junction 7, and there is plenty of onsite parking. It's close to local amenities, including a small supermarket right next door!

The nursery is Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' and features 5 lovely rooms, a large garden area, and an external balcony area with fantastic views!

What we can offer you

Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews
• Discounted childcare of 50% for first child (T&C Apply)
• Up to 33 days holiday per year, with the option to buy additional days
• Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes, and mental health support
• Financial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans, and a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities, and days out
• Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries
• Access to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you to step into a Room Leader position
• Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’s
• Happy to Talk Flexible Working

Why Bright Horizons?

We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you’d be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We’ve also been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006 - as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women.

Did you know, Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005 supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations? Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year!

What you’ll be doing

• Plan, create, implement, and reflect on engaging activities, tailored to each of your key children, to encourage their development towards key milestones.
• Develop and maintain strong parent/carer partnerships
• Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety, and safeguarding
• Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy, and safe environment

What we’re looking for

• Full and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (essential)
• Previous experience working with children (ideally as a Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, or similar)
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child
• Ability to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parents
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children

Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all 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.

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you experience any problems, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.