Early Years Teacher

Bright Horizons UK; London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate early years qualified Teacher to join their vibrant team. This full-time role involves planning engaging learning experiences and ensuring exceptional care for children. You will be part of a supportive environment that values honesty, excellence, and teamwork, making a significant impact on the lives of children and families. With a commitment to inclusivity and professional development, this opportunity offers the chance to thrive in a rewarding career while enjoying generous benefits such as discounted childcare and flexible working options. Join a company recognized as a great place to work and help shape the future of early education.

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

Discounted childcare of 50% for first child

Up to 33 days holiday per year

Smart Health access

Financial support for wages

Development programme access

Employee Appreciation events

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications in early years education are required.
• Experience in the Early Years sector is needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop rich learning opportunities for children.
• Ensure a stimulating environment for learning and development.
• Promote child welfare and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS)

Early Years Practitioner Status (EYPS)

Communication Techniques

Child Welfare and Protection

Education

Level 6 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Nursery: Bright Horizons Columbus Courtyard Day Nursery and Preschool
Location: Canary Wharf, E14 4DA
Hours: Full time - 40 hours, Monday - Friday
Salary: Starting from £31,275.97 per annum (dependent on qualifications and/or experience).

We are looking for a full time, QTS, EYTS, EYPS, or Level 6 early years qualified Teacher to join our Bright Horizons Columbus Courtyard Nursery situated in Canary Wharf, E14 4DA.

What we can offer you

Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews
• Discounted childcare of 50% for first child
• Up to 33 days holiday per year, with the option to buy additional days
• Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support
• Financial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans and a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities and days out
• Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries
• Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence galas
• Happy to Talk Flexible Working

Why Bright Horizons?

We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you’d be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We’ve also been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006 - as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women.

Did you know, Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005 supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations? Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year!

What you’ll be doing

• Plan and develop rich learning opportunities and exceptional care, that helps all children to develop, and meets their individual needs
• Make accurate and effective assessments, which reflect the needs, interests, and stages of each child, through supporting the delivery of the key person approach
• Ensure the environment is providing consistent stimulating and inspiring activities for the children, across both the indoor and outdoor areas
• Develop and maintain strong parent/carer partnerships
• Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguarding
• Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment

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 - essential
• Previous experience working within the Early Years sector
• Sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child
• Ability to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parents
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children

Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all 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.

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you experience any problems, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.