Early Years Practitioner - Lunch Cover

Bright Horizons; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organisation is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for their Lancaster nursery, recognized for its commitment to creating inclusive and engaging learning environments. The role involves planning tailored activities for children's development while maintaining a safe and supportive atmosphere. Join a workplace celebrated as a Great Place to Work, offering professional development, generous leave, and childcare discounts.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50%

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension plan

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Level 3 or above Early Years qualification required.
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Creating fun learning environments

Understanding of safeguarding

Building relationships

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification

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Client:

Bright Horizons

Location:

Lancaster, United Kingdom

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Nursery – Bright HorizonsLancaster

Salary – £27,996.80 - £32,988.80 per annum (full time equivalent / dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Lancaster

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 to join our Lancaster nursery. This nursery is Ofsted rating "good" and is located in the grounds of the Lancaster Royal Infirmary

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

Shift options: 15 hours per week - 3 hours per day Monday to Friday

*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!

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We look forward to receiving your application!