Early Years Teacher

Bright Horizons UK; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded childcare organization in Shoreham-by-Sea is looking for an Early Years Teacher. The role involves planning and delivering learning opportunities and exceptional care for children. Candidates should hold Qualified Teacher Status or an equivalent qualification, and have a passion for making learning fun. The position offers a competitive salary starting at £29,000 and includes benefits such as childcare discounts and professional development access.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme access

Qualifications

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS), or equivalent.
• Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver rich learning opportunities and exceptional care.
• Make accurate and effective assessments.
• Ensure stimulating and inspiring environments for children.

Skills

Passion for making learning fun

Communication techniques

Understanding of child protection

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Shoreham by Sea Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – starting from £29,000 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Shoreham by Sea

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 with a QTS to join our Bright Horizons Shoreham by Sea Day Nursery and Preschool.

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

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!

We look forward to receiving your application!

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