Early Years Practitioner - Lunch Cover

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Access to careers coach

Job summary

Bright Horizons is seeking an Early Years Practitioner at Stourton, Leeds to plan, deliver and reflect on engaging activities for key children, supporting their development toward EYFS milestones. You will hold a Level 3+ EYFS qualification, promote safeguarding, and build strong partnerships with families and colleagues in a safe, inclusive learning environment at an Outstanding nursery.

DBS checks and safer recruitment are in place; join a respected employer committed to safeguarding and staff

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding.
• Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities for your key children.
• Create a safe environment that supports expression and learning.
• Help children reach EYFS milestones through nurturing interaction.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Parent communication

Inclusive learning

Team collaboration

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons StourtonSalary – £28,072.60 per annum (full time equivalent / dependant on qualification/s and experience)Location – Stourton, LeedsAre 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 Stourton nursery. This is an Ofsted rated \"Outstanding\" nursery.Our Benefits£28,072.60 (full time equivalent) per annumChildcare discount of 50% for first child*Enhanced parental leave20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*PensionFinancial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and moreProfessional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coachShift options: Lunch cover, 16 hours per week*Subject to T&CsThe RoleAs 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 forFull and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualificationPassion for creating fun and inclusive learning environmentsStrong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protectionAbility to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/ carersBright 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. 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!INDNHBright 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. Apply today!We look forward to receiving your application!