Early Years Practitioner - Part time, Lunch Cover

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount 50%

Pension

Free David Lloyd gym & pool membership

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Job summary

Bright Horizons Moortown is hiring an Early Years Practitioner to support children’s development through planned, engaging activities aligned with EYFS. You will create a safe space that encourages exploration, expression, and a lifelong love of learning.

The role requires a full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification, a strong understanding of safeguarding, and the ability to build trusting partnerships with colleagues and parents.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments.
• Strong EYFS knowledge and safeguarding understanding.
• Ability to build trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/ carers

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each of your key children to foster development.
• Create a safe environment that allows children to express themselves and develop a lifelong love of learning.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding & child protection

Parental partnerships

Level 3+ Early Years qualification

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons MoortownSalary – £28,072.60 per annum FTELocation – Moortown, LeedsAre 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 Moortown nursery.The Nursery is Ofsted rated ‘Good’ and offers free David Lloyd gym and pool memberships for any Bright Horizons staff members and great transport links.Our Benefits£28,072.60 per annum - FTEChildcare discount of 50% for first child*Enhanced parental leave20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*PensionFinancial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and moreProfessional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coachShift options: Part time - 20 hours per week 11-3 Monday to Friday*Subject to T&CsThe RoleAs 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 forFull and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualificationPassion for creating fun and inclusive learning environmentsStrong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protectionAbility to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/ carersBright 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.If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today!INDNHBright 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. Apply today!We look forward to receiving your application!