Early Years Practitioner- lunch cover

TN United Kingdom; Saffron Walden; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join their Saffron Walden nursery. This part-time role focuses on creating engaging activities that foster children's development during lunch hours. The nursery, rated 'Good' by Ofsted, offers a supportive environment with numerous benefits, including discounted childcare and access to a development program. If you are dedicated to making learning fun and have a strong background in child care, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values honesty, excellence, and teamwork, and contribute to a nurturing atmosphere for children.

Benefits

Discounted childcare

Up to 33 days holiday

Smart Health access

Financial support options

Development programme access

Employee Appreciation events

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Full and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification is essential.
• Previous experience working with children in a nursery setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children's development.
• Promote child welfare and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Child Development

Communication Skills

Safeguarding Knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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Job Description:

Nursery: Bright Horizons Saffron Walden Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: Starting from £25,727 - £26,712 per annum (full time equivalent, dependant on qualification/s and experience)

We are looking for a part time Early Years Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Saffron Walden Nursery. This role will be to work lunch hours, Monday to Friday 10am-2pm (or similar hours).

Our Bright Horizons Saffron Walden Nursery is situated in the grounds of the Saffron Walden County High School and is Ofsted rated "Good". The nursery offers on-site parking with an inviting staff room regularly stocked with goodies for the staff to enjoy.

What we can offer you

Our benefits include, but are not limited to;

Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews

Discounted childcare of 50% for first child (T&C Apply)

Up to 33 days holiday per year, with the option to buy additional days

Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support

Financial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans and a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities and days out

Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries

Access to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you to step into a Room Leader position

Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’s

Happy to Talk Flexible Working

Why Bright Horizons?

We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you’d be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We’ve also been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006 - as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women.

Did you know, Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005 supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations? Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year!

What you’ll be doing

Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities, tailored to each of your key children, to encourage their development towards key milestones.

Develop and maintain strong parent/ carer partnerships

Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguarding

Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment

What we’re looking for

Full and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (essential)

Previous experience working with children (ideally as a Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, or similar)

Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child

Ability to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parents

Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults

Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children

We look forward to receiving your application!