Early Years Practitioner P/T

Bright Horizons; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Bright Horizons as an Early Years Practitioner in our Wimbledon Nursery, rated 'Good' by Ofsted. Enjoy a supportive environment dedicated to developing the next generation, with attractive benefits and opportunities for professional growth. Embrace creativity in inclusive learning environments while fostering children's love for learning.

Benefits

50% Childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP

Access to professional development programme

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Early Years (Level 2/3 or above).
• Strong understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children.
• Create a safe and encouraging environment for learning.
• Foster children's development towards key milestones.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Teamwork

Creativity

Trust Building

Education

Level 2/3 Early Years qualification

Job description

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Nursery – Bright Horizons Wimbledon Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – Starting from £28,745.60 / £29,868.80 per annum (Full-time equivalent - Pro-rata) (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

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 Wimbledon Nursery, situated only 8 minutes walk from Wimbledon Station and south Wimbledon Tube Station. We are also fortunate to be right next to Merton Park Tram stop. Other Transport links include 3 bus routes which are the 152 to New Malden. 163 from Wimbledon to Morden and lastely the 164 which travels from Wimbledon to Sutton Station, right outside our nursery. There are other routes from Wimbledon that include excellent transport links to Surbiton and Kingston using the 53, 131 and also Putney which has its own 93 bus route from North Cheam to Putney. There are more routes servicing, Tooting, Mitcham, Balham, Clapham, Streatham and Richmond. We do also have a car park for those employees wanting to drive.

This role can be on a part time basis, ranging from 30-40 hours, working either full days, opening shifts or closing shifts.

Our Bright Horizons Wimbledon Nursery is Ofsted rated 'Good', and offers a children's kitchen, dedicated ICT room, and four large, individual outdoor learning areas for the children to explore!

• 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 2/3 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!

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We look forward to receiving your application!