Early Years Teacher

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; St. Day; On-site; GBP 28,959 - 35,394; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Wellbeing benefits including virtual GP appointments

Access to professional development programmes

Job summary

A leading early childhood education provider in the UK seeks an Early Years Teacher to join their New Eltham Nursery. The role involves planning and delivering engaging learning opportunities and exceptional care, focusing on children's individual needs. Candidates should hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or a relevant qualification. The company offers a supportive culture driven by HEART principles, competitive salary, childcare discounts, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS), or Level 6 Early Years Qualification.
• Passion for engaging children in learning.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver learning opportunities and exceptional care.
• Make accurate assessments of each child's needs and interests.
• Ensure environments are stimulating for children.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Passion for making learning fun

Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Ability to develop trust with parents

Effective communication techniques

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent Level 6 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons New Eltham Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – From £32,177 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location – New Eltham, London

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 New Eltham Nursery, situated in New Eltham, Sidcup Road. Very close to New Eltham station and bus links. The nursery offers an incredible outdoor space, Forest school, large staff kitchen and lounge area.

Our Benefits

• From £32,177 per annum
• 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
• Shift options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days
• 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.

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 email [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.