Early Years Practitioner - Lunch Cover

Bright Horizons; London; On-site; Part time

Job summary

Bright Horizons is seeking a part-time Early Years Practitioner for the Chiswick Park Nursery in London. The role involves planning and implementing activities that encourage children's development within a nurturing environment. Join a company committed to creating inclusive experiences and making a difference in young lives.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Access to 24/7 virtual GP appointments

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 qualification or above in Early Years.
• Demonstrated passion and understanding of childcare principles.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, and implement activities for children's development.
• Ensure a safe environment for children's self-expression.

Skills

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

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Early Years Practitioner - Lunch Cover, London

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Client:

Bright Horizons

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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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 Horizons Chiswick Park Day Nursery and Preschool, Evershed Walk, Chiswick, London, W4 5BW

Salary: Starting from £14.36 per hour (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location: Chiswick, London

Hours: 25 Hours per week - Monday to Friday - 9.30am-2.30pm or 10am - 3pm

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 are looking for a part time, Level 3 qualified lunch time practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Chiswick Park Nursery, situated within a ten-minute walk from both South Acton train station and Chiswick Park tube station.

The beautiful 75-place setting, rated 'Good' by Ofsted, features spacious and well-resourced rooms and a lovely garden area for the children to play and learn outdoors.

Our Benefits

Starting from £14.36 per hour

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: 25 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Hours can either be 9.30am - 2.30pm, or 10am - 3pm

*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!