Early Years Practitioner- lunch cover

Bright Horizons; Saffron Walden; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Bright Horizons is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for lunch cover at our Saffron Walden nursery. This role involves planning and implementing engaging activities tailored to children's developmental milestones in a supportive, inclusive environment. With a commitment to making a difference, we offer competitive salaries and numerous benefits, including a childcare discount 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 including virtual GP appointments

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification is required.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection is essential.
• Experience in creating engaging learning environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities for children.
• Create a safe environment to foster children's self-expression and learning.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and parents.

Skills

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage

Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships

Education

Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

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22.06.2025

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06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Nursery – Bright Horizons Saffron Walden Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – Starting from: £27,310.40/£28,392.00 pro rata/per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Hours- Lunch Cover- 11am-2pm/11.30am-2.30pm/11am-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.”

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.

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!

INDCLH

We look forward to receiving your application!