Early Years Practitioner - Lunch Cover

TN United Kingdom; Chester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to nurturing the next generation as an Early Years Practitioner. This role offers the chance to create engaging activities tailored to children's developmental milestones in a supportive environment. With flexible hours and a strong emphasis on professional development, you will be part of a team that values honesty, excellence, and teamwork. Enjoy benefits like childcare discounts and enhanced parental leave while making a meaningful impact on children's lives. If you're passionate about early childhood education, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Paid Christmas closure

Access to virtual GP appointments

Early access to wages

Professional development programme

Flexible shift options

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification required.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS and safeguarding principles.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children's development.
• Create a safe environment fostering a love of learning.

Skills

Early Years qualification (Level 3 or above)

Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Ability to create inclusive learning environments

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

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Early Years Practitioner - Lunch Cover, Chester

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Client:

Bright Horizons

Location:

Chester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

11

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Nursery – Bright Horizons Countess of Chester

Salary – £26,915 - £31,720 FTE per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Countess of Cheshire Health Park, Cheshire

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 - Lunch Cover for 15-20 hours per week to join our Countess of Cheshire Nursery.

· 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*

· 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 5 days, 15 hours over 5 days , or flexible Bank Staff

*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!