Early Years Teacher

Bright Horizons; Englefield Green; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave (+ holidays & buy

Bank holidays & Christmas closure

Pension

Wellbeing benefits incl. 24/7 virtual

Careers coach & development programme

Job summary

Bright Horizons Englefield Green Day Nursery and Preschool is seeking an Early Years Teacher to plan and deliver rich learning opportunities and exceptional care across babies, toddlers and preschoolers. The setting offers well-resourced rooms, direct access to an outdoor space and a supportive HEART culture.

The role requires holding QTS/EYTS/EYPS or a Level 6 Early Years Qualification, strong EYFS knowledge, safeguarding awareness, and the ability to build trusted partnerships with both

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or EYTS or EYPS or Level 6 Early Years qualification.
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child.
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to build trust and strong partnerships with colleagues and parents.
• Excellent communication with colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver rich learning opportunities and exceptional care for children.
• Make accurate assessments reflecting each child’s needs, interests and stage.
• Ensure indoor and outdoor environments are stimulating and safe for play.

Skills

Passion for engaging learning

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding awareness

Partnership with parents

Communication with colleagues

Education

QTS / EYTS / EYPS / Level 6 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Englefield Green Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – Starting from: £31,803.20 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Hours - Full Time, 40 hours

Location – Egham, Surrey, TW20

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 Englefield Green Nursery. We are open to experience in either babies, toddler or preschool. Our lovely 72-place setting is Ofsted rated ‘Good’ and features well-resourced rooms, each one with direct access to their large garden and outdoor play area which the children can enjoy in all weathers for outdoor learning. The nursery is situated on the grounds of the Royal Holloway University, with free onsite parking, shops within walking distance and a short drive from Egham town centre.

Our Benefits

• 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 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.

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