Early years Practitioner - Part Time

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,286 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting hourly rate 14.98 GBP

50% childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave + holidays

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Career development access

Job summary

Bright Horizons West Hampstead Day Nursery and Preschool is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for part-time hours in West Hampstead, London. The role focuses on planning and delivering engaging activities aligned with the EYFS to support children's development.

The successful candidate will hold a Level 3+ Early Years qualification, have a passion for inclusive learning, and demonstrate safeguarding awareness. DBS checks and safeguarding commitments apply.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 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/care rs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each key child to support development toward milestones.
• Create a safe environment that allows children to express themselves and foster a lifelong love of learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues and communicate effectively with parents and carers.

Skills

Level 3 Early Years qualification

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding awareness

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery: Bright Horizons West Hampstead Day Nursery and Preschool, 11 Woodchurch Road, West Hampstead, London, NW6 3PL

Salary: Starting from £14.98 per hour (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Hours: Part Time - 20 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Location: West Hampstead, London, NW6 3PL

This position is for 2pm to 6pm or for 2 full days per week*

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 West Hampstead Day Nursery & Preschool. The nursery is Ofsted rated ‘Good’ and is situated in West Hampstead, London being walking distance from West Hampstead railway station and also South Hampstead, Kilburn High Road and Brondesbury over grounds!

Our Benefits

• Starting from £14.98 per hour
• 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 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. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.

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