Early Years Practitioner Lunch Cover

Bright Horizons; Hertford Heath; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

31 days annual leave incl. holidays

Job summary

Bright Horizons Sawbridgeworth Nursery is seeking a part-time Early Years Practitioner to plan, deliver and reflect on engaging activities for key children, guiding development toward milestones in a safe, inclusive setting.

You will work Monday–Friday 11am–3pm, with a Level 3+ EY qualification and EYFS/safeguarding knowledge. DBS checks apply; nursery benefits apply, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to develop trust and strong partnerships with colleagues and parents/carers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to each child to support development toward milestones.
• Create a safe environment that fosters curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.

Skills

Inclusive learning

Safeguarding knowledge

Partnership with parents

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Sawbridgeworth Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – From: (level 2) £13.50ph and (level 3) £14.04ph (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, CM21

Hours- Part time Monday-Friday 11am-3pm or similar shifts

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 part time Early Years Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Sawbridgeworth Nursery is a listed building and only a 10 minute walk from the station. The nursery is in a rural area with a lovely garden area and light airy rooms. Locally, you will find unique amenities including shops and cafés and street parking nearby.

Our Benefits

• Childcare discount of 50% for first child
• Enhanced parental leave
• 31 days annual leave, including 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.

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.

Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants.

Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years.

We look forward to receiving your application!