Nursery Practitioner

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holiday

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Career development access

Job summary

Bright Horizons St Johns Wood Day Nursery & Preschool in London is seeking an Early Years Practitioner. The role involves planning and delivering engaging activities tailored to each child, with a focus on development toward EYFS milestones in a safe, nurturing environment.

Ideal candidates hold a Level 3+ Early Years qualification, have safeguarding knowledge and can build strong partnerships with families and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS.
• Strong safeguarding and child protection knowledge.
• Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/ carers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each child.
• Encourage development towards key milestones.
• Create a safe environment that allows children to express themselves.
• Foster a lifelong love of learning.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding awareness

Communication with parents

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons St Johns Wood Day Nursery & Preschool, 70 Marlborough Hill, St John's Wood, London, NW8 0NHSalary – Starting from £31,158.40 per annum pro ratad (dependent on qualification/s and experience)Hours - Full or Part Time hours availableLocation – St Johns Wood, NW8 0NHAre 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 St Johns Wood Nursery. Our nursery is situated in a leafy, residential area in St John's Wood, providing a pleasant working environment. The nursery is also conveniently located being just a short walk from St John's Wood and Swiss Cottage undergrounds! We are also a 5 minute walk from South Hampstead overground!Our BenefitsStarting from £31,158.40 per annum )pro ratad based on hours)Childcare 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/ carersBright 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!