Early Years Practitioner P/T (PM Shifts)

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

Annual leave and Christmas closure

Pension

Wellbeing and wages access

Job summary

Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool in London is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for a part-time shift (1:30pm–6:30pm) at our 79-place Ofsted Good nursery. You will plan and deliver engaging activities for your key children and foster a safe, inclusive learning environment.

You should hold a Level 2/3 or higher Early Years qualification, with strong EYFS knowledge and safeguarding awareness.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 2/3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with colleagues and parents/caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each child.
• Create a safe environment that allows children to express themselves and foster a love of learning.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Parent partnerships

Inclusive learning

Education

Level 2/3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary

Starting from £31,158.40 (Full-time equivalent - Pro-rata) (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location

Crouch End, 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 Crouch End Day Nursery and Preschool. Our nursery is situated in Haringey, London. This role is for P/T - working PM shifts - 1:30pm-6:30pm.

Our 79 place nursery is proudly rated Ofsted ‘Good’. The nursery features two exciting outdoor areas, which are specifically design to be age appropriate, including its own beach, outdoor classroom, jungle walk and look-out tower! Our nursery is located very close by to Crouch Hill Overground Station and also near by to the Victoria line!

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
• 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 environmentsli>
• 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.