Early Years Practitioner - Maternity cover

TN United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Early Years Practitioner for their Hull nursery. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on children's lives by creating engaging and inclusive learning environments. With a strong focus on professional development and a supportive culture driven by HEART principles, you will be part of a team that values honesty, excellence, accountability, respect, and teamwork. Enjoy perks such as gym memberships, childcare discounts, and enhanced parental leave while working in a rated 'Outstanding' nursery. If you are dedicated to fostering a love of learning in children, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free gym and pool memberships

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 required.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children's development.
• Create a safe environment for children to express themselves.

Skills

Early Years qualification

Child protection knowledge

Creating inclusive learning environments

Understanding of EYFS

Building trust with parents

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

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Early Years Practitioner - Maternity cover, Hull

Client:

Bright Horizons

Location:

Hull, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

30.03.2025

Expiry Date:

14.05.2025

Job Description:

Nursery – Bright Horizons Hull

Salary – £26,915.20 - £31,720.00 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Hull

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 Hull nursery. The Nursery is Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ and offers free David Lloyd gym and pool memberships for any Bright Horizons staff member.

• 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: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days

*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!

INDNH

We look forward to receiving your application!