Early Years Practitioner P/T - PM Shifts

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; St. Day; On-site; GBP 28,042 - 34,273; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount 50%

Enhanced parental leave

31 days annual leave

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Career development

Job summary

Bright Horizons Putney Day Nursery and Preschool is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for PM shifts (1pm–7pm) at our 62-place Putney nursery near London. You will plan and deliver engaging activities, monitor progress, and support children's development in a nurturing environment.

The role requires Level 2/3 Early Years qualification, a passion for inclusive learning, and strong safeguarding knowledge. DBS checks apply, with a focus on safeguarding and partnership with families.

Qualifications

• 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/caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each child.
• Foster a safe environment where children can express themselves and develop a love of learning.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Partnerships with parents

Teamwork

Child development

Education

Level 2/3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Putney Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – Starting from £31,158.40 per annum (Full-time equivalent - Pro-rata'd) (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Putney, 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 Putney Day Nursery and Preschool. Our nursery is situated in Putney, with great transport links- just a 5 minute walk from several stations and within close proximity of Roehampton, Barnes, Wandsworth and Wimbledon! This role is for PM shifts, working 1pm/2pm - 7pm.

Our 62-place nursery is proudly Ofsted rated ‘Good’. The nursery features beautifully designed, bright and engaging rooms and our nursery also offers a fabulous adventure garden for our children to explore and enhance their learning!

Benefits

• Childcare discount of 50% for first child*
• Enhanced parental leave
• 31 days annual leave, inclusive of 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

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.

We look forward to receiving your application!