Early Years Practitioner Lunch Cover L3

Bright Horizons Family Solutions; Beaconsfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

Annual leave

Bank holidays

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Career development

Job summary

Bright Horizons Brindley House Day Nursery in Beaconsfield is hiring an Early Years Practitioner for lunch cover. You will plan and deliver engaging activities, nurture a safe environment, and support children's development in EYFS.

The role requires a Level 2/3 EY qualification, a passion for inclusive learning, and safeguarding knowledge. Nursery benefits include discounts, enhanced leave, and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• Qualified Early Years practitioner with Level 2 or 3 or above.
• Good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to build trust with colleagues and parents/ carers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create and reflect on engaging activities for key children.
• Ensure a safe environment that supports learning and expression.
• Foster a love of learning through age-appropriate play.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Level 2/3 EY qualification

Job description

Nursery - Bright Horizons Brindley House Day Nursery

Salary - £14.63-£16.30 per hour (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Hours - 20 Hours Per Week | 10:30-2:30 | Mon-Fri | Permanent

Location - Beaconsfield, HP9

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 a qualified Early Years Lunch Cover to join our Brindley House nursery.

The nursery is located in the centre of the beautiful market town of Beaconsfield, just a short 5 minute walk from Beaconsfield rail station and local shops. There is free staff parking on-site and the nursery has recently undergone a brand new renovation creating a warm and cosy environment with sensory area's, imagination stations and a wonderful outdoor garden for the children to enjoy! The children also benefit from extracurricular activities such as French lessons in the pre-school room and little stars music sessions in the baby room.

Our Benefits

• Childcare discount of 50% for first child
• Enhanced parental leave
• 20 days annual leave (pro rata) , 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 2 or 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

Bright 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.

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