Early Years Practitioner P/T (7:15am-10:00am)

Bright Horizons Family Solutions; Wood Green; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave + holidays

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and Preschool is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join our team in Crouch End, London. You will plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to each child, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment that fosters a lifelong love of learning.

The role supports EYFS principles and safeguarding expectations, working Monday to Friday mornings, with a chance to contribute to a vibrant, child-centered community and access to development opportunities

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 2/3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities for each key child to support development toward milestones.
• Create a safe environment where children can freely express themselves and learn.
• Build trusting partnerships with colleagues and parents/carers to support children's learning.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Inclusive learning environments

Safeguarding and child protection

Parent/carer partnerships

Education

Level 2/3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and PreschoolSalary – Starting from £31,158.40 per annum (Full-time equivalent - Pro-rata) (dependent on qualification/s and experience)Location – Crouch End, LondonAre 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 Crouch End Fields Day Nursery. The Nursery is situated on the grounds of Hornsey Cricket Club, close to Crouch End station and Highgate tube. This role is working Mon-Fri, 7:15am-10:00am.The 88 place nursery offers a full refurbishment, two gardens and an off road car park. They hold exhibitions, concerts and shows throughout the year, alongside having Ballet, Spanish, Street Dance and Zumba lessons weekly!!Our BenefitsChildcare discount of 50% for first child*Enhanced parental leave20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*PensionFinancial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and moreProfessional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach*Subject to T&CsThe RoleAs 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 forFull and relevant Level 2/3 or above Early Years qualificationPassion for creating fun and inclusive learning environmentsStrong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protectionAbility to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/ carersBright 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.Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years. Apply today!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.Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years. Apply today!We look forward to receiving your application!