Early Years Practitioner - Mornings 7.30am - 1.30pm

Bright Horizons; Warrington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Career development

Shift options

Job summary

Bright Horizons Callands is looking for an Early Years Practitioner to join our Ofsted-rated Good nursery in Warrington. You will plan and implement engaging activities, support children's development, and create a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Applicants should hold a full Level 3 or above Early Years qualification, have strong EYFS knowledge, safeguarding awareness, and the ability to build trust with colleagues and parents. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create and reflect on engaging activities tailored to key children.
• Foster a safe environment encouraging exploration and learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents to support development.

Skills

Fun and inclusive learning

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Partnership with parents

Education

Level 3 Early Years

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Callands

Salary – £28,072.60 per annum (full time equivalent / dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Callands, Warrington

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 Callands nursery. The Nursery is Ofsted rated “Good” having been newly refurbished the setting boasts a large private garden and is equipped with a wonderful range of age appropriate toys and activities.

Our Benefits

• £28,072.60 per annum (full time equivalent)

• 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: Part time - Mornings 7.30am - 1.30pmMonday to Friday

*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

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.

INDNH

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.