Early Years Practitioner P/T (AM shifts)

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

Job summary

An early years educational organization in Greater London is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to create a nurturing environment for children's development. Responsibilities include planning engaging activities and supporting their learning journey. Candidates must have a Level 2/3 Early Years qualification and a passion for fostering a love of learning. The role offers attractive benefits, including a childcare discount, annual leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Virtual GP appointments and financial benefits

Access to professional development programmes

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Ability to reflect on activities and adapt based on children's development.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, and implement engaging activities for children.
• Foster a safe environment for self-expression and learning.
• Support children's development towards key milestones.

Skills

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships

Education

Full and relevant Level 2/3 Early Years qualification

Job description

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.

Qualifications & Experience

• 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.

Salary – Starting from 28,745.60 / £29,868.80 per annum (Full‑time equivalent – Pro‑rated) (dependent on qualification(s) and experience)
Location – Palmers Green, 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 Palmers Green nursery. This setting is situated in North London, close to Palmers Green railway station, and offers access to Central London within 30 minutes. There is also nearby access to bus routes 121, 616 and W6.

Working pattern: 7:30 am – 2 pm Monday‑Friday.

Benefits

• Childcare discount of 50% for first child
• Enhanced parental leave
• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure (and ability to 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: Mon‑Fri – 7:30 am‑2 pm