Early Years Practitioner | Lunch Cover

Bright Horizons UK; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Level 2+ qualified Early Years Practitioners for a newly refurbished nursery. This role offers the chance to create engaging activities that foster children's development in a supportive environment. With a commitment to staff well-being, the nursery provides a range of benefits, including discounted childcare and access to health support. Join a team that values honesty, excellence, and teamwork, and contribute to a place where both children and staff thrive. If you are dedicated to making learning fun and impactful, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

50% discounted childcare

Up to 33 days holiday

Smart Health access

Financial support options

Development programme access

Future Leaders programme

Employee Appreciation events

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Essential Level 2 or above qualification in Early Years.
• Experience working with children in a nursery setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children.
• Ensure child welfare and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Early Years Education

Communication Skills

Child Protection Knowledge

Relationship Building

Education

Level 2 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Nursery: Bright Horizons Milton Road Day Nursery and Preschool

Location: Cambridge

Salary: From £27,232 per annum FTE

Hours: Monday to Friday | 11- 3 | 20 Hours

We are looking for part-time, Level 2+ qualified Early Years Practitioners to join our new Bright Horizons Milton Road Nursery.

Bright Horizons Cambridge Milton Road is a newly refurbished nursery and forest school that opened its doors in early 2025. With a capacity for 48 children, our setting boasts five spacious rooms and beautifully lit gardens, accessible day and night, ensuring endless exploration and fun.

Our nursery isn't just a place for children; it's a haven for our dedicated staff too. Enjoy a serene staff room perfect for unwinding during breaks, indulge in a delicious breakfast provided daily, and refresh with our thoughtfully stocked care baskets in the bathrooms. At Bright Horizons, we care for you as much as you care for the little ones!

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&Cs apply)
• Up to 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), 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 2 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.