Early Years Practitioner, Lunch Cover

Bright Horizons UK; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent childcare organization in the UK seeks an Early Years Practitioner for their Southam nursery. The role involves planning and implementing engaging activities to support children's development within a safe and inclusive environment. Candidates should possess a Level 3 qualification and a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. This position offers a nurturing culture with various benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme access

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities for key children
• Create a safe environment for children to express themselves
• Foster a lifelong love of learning

Skills

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Southam Day Nursery

Salary – Starting from £26,936 - £27,996.80 per annum pro rata OR £12.95 - £13.46 per hour (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Hours - 20 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday

Location – Southam, Warwickshire

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 Southam nursery.

This nursery is proudly rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted and offers a fully refurbished setting that includes sensory corners, reading areas, imagination stations and an extensive outdoor area and a designated baby unit.

Our Benefits

• 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

*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!

If you experience any problems, please [e-mail] we will be happy to help.