Early Years Practitioner P/T (3/4 full days)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join their vibrant nursery in Clapham. This role offers the opportunity to inspire young minds through engaging activities tailored to each child's development. With a commitment to creating inclusive learning environments, you will play a crucial role in fostering a love of learning in children. The nursery is well-equipped with dedicated spaces for creativity and play, and you will be part of a supportive team that values honesty, excellence, and teamwork. If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

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

Shift options available

Qualifications

• Relevant Level 2/3 qualification in Early Years is essential.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and child safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Ability to develop trust and partnerships with colleagues and parents

Education

Level 2/3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Clapham 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)

Location – Clapham, London

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 Clapham Nursery, situated just a short walk from Clapham Common tube station and Clapham High Street train station. This role can be for 3/4 full days.

The nursery is proudly Ofsted rated 'Good' and has a dedicated art studio, sports studio, and children's kitchen within seven age-specific rooms.

Our Benefits

• 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, 24 hours over 3 days, or 16 hours over 2 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 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!

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