Early Years Teacher

Bright Horizons Family Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount 50%

Enhanced parental leave

Annual leave 20 days + holidays

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC. is hiring an Early Years Teacher for our Holland Park Day Nursery and Preschool in Notting Hill (W11 3BQ).

You will plan and deliver rich learning experiences, assess development, and maintain a safe, stimulating environment aligned with EYFS. The role requires QTS/EYTS/EYPS or Level 6 Early Years qualification, a strong safeguarding focus, and excellent communication with parents and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Must have safeguarding knowledge and training.
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Excellent communication with parents and colleagues.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver rich learning opportunities and exceptional care.
• Make accurate assessments reflecting each child’s needs and progress.
• Ensure indoor and outdoor environments are stimulating and safe.
• Collaborate with parents and colleagues to support each child’s development.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Child engagement

Communication with parents

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS)

Early Years Practitioner Status (EYPS)

Level 6 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Nursery – Holland Park Day Nursery and PreschoolSalary – £33,467.20 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)Location – Notting Hill, W11 3BQAre 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 Holland Park Day Nursery and Preschool.Outdoor play comes with a view at our Notting Hill nursery thanks to our large, beautiful rooftop garden and is located just a few minutes’ walk from Holland Park and Notting Hill tube stations and Shepherds Bush train station.Our Benefits£33,467.20 per annumChildcare 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 coach*Subject to T&Cs*The RoleAs 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 forHold either Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS), Early Years Practitioner Status (EYPS), or a full and relevant Level 6 Early Years QualificationPassion for making learning fun and engaging for each childSound 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/ carersAbility to use a variety of communication techniques with both colleagues and parentsBright 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!INDLEHBright 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!