Early Years Practitioner (Part Time)

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; St. Day; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount 50%

Enhanced parental leave

31 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Wellbeing benefits

Professional development

Shift options

Beaconsfield location

Job summary

Bright Horizons Brindley House Day Nursery and Preschool in Beaconsfield is seeking a Part Time Early Years Practitioner to join the team on weekday afternoons. You will plan and deliver engaging activities for key children, supporting development in a warm, safe environment.

The role requires a Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification, a passion for inclusive learning, and a good understanding of EYFS and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 2 or 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS.
• Know-how of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to key children.
• Create a safe environment that supports expression and learning.
• Reflect on children's development towards milestones.

Skills

Passion for inclusive learning

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding awareness

Team collaboration

Education

Level 2 Early Years qualification

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Brindley House Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – Starting from £14.98 - £17.62 per hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Beaconsfield, HP9

Shifts – Monday- Friday 12/1pm to 6.30pm

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 a Part Time Early Years Practitioner to join our Brindley House nursery and work Monday to Friday afternoons.

The nursery is located in the centre of the beautiful market town of Beaconsfield, just a short 5 minute walk from Beaconsfield rail station and local shops. There is free staff parking on-site and the nursery has recently undergone a brand new renovation creating a warm and cosy environment with sensory area's, imagination stations and a wonderful outdoor garden for the children to enjoy! The children also benefit from extracurricular activities such as French lessons in the pre-school room and little stars music sessions in the baby room.

Our Benefits

• Childcare discount of 50% for first child*
• Enhanced parental leave
• 31 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*
• Pension Scheme
• 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 options: 40 hours over 4 days
• 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 or 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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