Early Years Practitioner, Part time

TN United Kingdom; Kenilworth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Level 2/3 qualified Practitioner for their Kenilworth Day Nursery and Preschool. This part-time role offers flexibility and the opportunity to work in a nurturing environment that values child development and employee well-being. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive culture, you will be responsible for creating engaging activities and fostering strong relationships with children and parents alike. Join a team that has been recognized as a Great Place to Work and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

50% discounted childcare

Up to 33 days holiday

Smart Health access

Financial support options

Development programme access

Future Leaders programme

Employee Appreciation events

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Experience as a Nursery Nurse or similar is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for children's development.
• Ensure child welfare and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Early Years qualification Level 3 or above

Experience working with children

Communication techniques

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Full and Relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

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Bright Horizons

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Kenilworth, United Kingdom

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Posted:

28.04.2025

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12.06.2025

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Job Description:

Nursery: Bright Horizons Kenilworth Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: Starting from £25,363.09 - £26,334 per annum (full time equivalent, dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location: Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8

We are looking for a part time, Level 2/3 qualified Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Kenilworth Day Nursery and Preschool, , situated in the beautiful castle town of Kenilworth -commutable from Coventry, Warwick, Leamington Spa and the West Midlands.

This nursery is proudly rated 'Good' by Ofsted and offers a full refurbished environment, extensive outdoor area and a designated baby unit.

For the part time hours we can consider two, three or four days per week. The nursery opening hours are 0730-1830 Monday to Friday so we'd need some flexibility to work a range of shifts between these times. We could also consider lunch hours, working Monday to Friday ( 5 days) 11am-3pm or similar shifts.

What we can offer you

Our benefits include, but are not limited to;

Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews

Discounted childcare of 50% for first child (subject to availability)

Up to 33 days holiday per year, with the option to buy additional days

Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support

Financial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans and a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities and days out

Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries

Access to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you to step into a Room Leader position

Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’s

Happy to Talk Flexible Working

Why Bright Horizons?

We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you’d be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We’ve also been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006 - as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women.

Did you know, Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005 supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations? Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year!

What you’ll be doing

Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities, tailored to each of your key children, to encourage their development towards key milestones.

Develop and maintain strong parent/ carer partnerships

Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguarding

Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment

What we’re looking for

Full and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (essential)

Previous experience working with children (ideally as a Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, Early Years Practitioner, or similar)

Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child

Ability to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parents

Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults

Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children

We look forward to receiving your application!