Nursery Practitioner

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Basildon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave

Pension

Wellbeing support

Career development

Job summary

Bright Horizons Basildon Day Nursery & Preschool is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to plan, deliver and reflect on engaging activities that support children’s development toward milestones. You will create a safe, stimulating environment where children can express themselves and develop a lifelong love of learning.

Required: Level 3+ Early Years qualification, strong EYFS knowledge, safeguarding training, and ability to build partnerships with families.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification
• Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments
• Strong understanding of EYFS
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each child’s needs to support development toward milestones.
• Create a safe, stimulating environment that lets children express themselves and fosters a lifelong love of learning.

Skills

Passion for inclusive learning

Trust with parents

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Basildon Day Nursery & Preschool, c/o David Lloyd Club, Pipps Hill Road South, Festival Leisure Park, Basildon, Essex, SS14 3DGSalary – Starting £27,009.60 from per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)Hours - Full time, 40 hours, Monday - FridayLocation – Basildon, Essex, SS14 3DGAre 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 Practitioner to join our Basildon Day Nursery & Preschool, SS14 3DG.Our BenefitsStarting from £27,009.60 per annumChildcare discount of 50% for first childEnhanced 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 Practitioner, you will plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities, tailored to each of your key children, to encourage their development towards key milestones. You will create a safe environment that allows children the freedom to express themselves, engage their minds, and help to foster a lifelong love of learning.What we’re looking forFull and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualificationPassion for creating fun and inclusive learning environmentsStrong 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/ carersWe 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!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.Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years. Apply today!We look forward to receiving your application!