Early Years Practitioner, Part time

Bright Horizons; Watford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in Watford is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for their nursery. The role involves planning and implementing engaging activities that support children's development while ensuring a safe and encouraging environment. Ideal candidates should possess a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and have a passion for fostering inclusive learning settings. Bright Horizons values its staff and offers benefits such as childcare discounts and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Access to virtual GP appointments

Professional development programme

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.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities tailored to children's development.
• Create a safe environment that fosters a love of learning.

Skills

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

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

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Posted:

19.08.2025

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03.10.2025

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Job Description:

Nursery: Bright Horizons The Park Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: Starting from £28,745.60 - £29,868.80 per annum (full time equivalent, dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location: Watford, WD18

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 Bright Horizons The Park Day Nursery and Preschool.

The nursery is Ofsted rated 'Good', and is situated in Watford in a beautiful converted Victorian house. The 63-place setting has four rooms across three floors. It is very local to the Watford town centre and has great transport links- the Watford metropolitan station is very close by, and Watford Junction is just a 10 minute walk

• 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

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.

If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today!

We look forward to receiving your application!