Early Years Teacher

Bright Horizons; Beaconsfield; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

31 days annual leave

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme

Job summary

Bright Horizons Northgate House Day Nursery and Preschool in Beaconsfield (HP9 1LG) is hiring an Early Years Teacher. You will plan engaging learning activities and ensure the environment supports development, with assessments tailored to each child.

The role is 40 hours per week, Mon-Fri, permanent, with generous benefits and a DBS process. Required qualifications include QTS/EYTS/EYPS or a Level 6 EY qualification, a commitment to safeguarding, and the ability to build strong partnerships with

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher status or equivalent EY qualification.
• Strong understanding of EYFS requirements.
• Ability to safeguard and protect children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver rich learning opportunities and care for children.
• Make accurate assessments reflecting each child’s needs.

Skills

Passion for learning

Safeguarding knowledge

Effective communication with parents

Education

QTS

EYTS

EYPS

Level 6 EY qualification

Job description

Nursery - Bright Horizons Northgate House Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary - £33,467.20 - £38,272.00 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Hours - 40 Hours Per Week | Mon-Fri | Permanent

Location - Beaconsfield, HP9 1LG

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 Teacher to join our Northgate House Day Nursery! The nursery is located in the centre of the beautiful market town of Beaconsfield, just a short 15 minute walk from Beaconsfield rail station and local shops. The nursery has recently undergone refurbishment and there are lots of sensory areas, cosy reading corners and imagination stations for the children to enjoy! Along with this we have exciting extra curricular activities such as Little Stars music sessions and Spanish lessons.

Our Benefits

• Childcare discount of 50% for first child
• Enhanced parental leave
• 31 days annual leave, inclusive of 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 Teacher, you will plan and deliver rich learning opportunities and exceptional care that helps all the children to develop and meet their individual needs. You will make accurate and effective assessments, which reflect the needs, interests, and stages of each child, and ensure the indoor and outdoor environments are consistently stimulating and inspiring for the children.

What we’re looking for

• Hold either Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS), Early Years Practitioner Status (EYPS), or a full and relevant Level 6 Early Years Qualification
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child
• Sound 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
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both colleagues and parents

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.