Nursery Practitioner

Bright Horizons; Dorking; Presencial; GBP 29.000 - 34.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Salary range

Childcare discount

Parental leave

Annual leave

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Career development

Flexible shifts

Descripción de la vacante

Bright Horizons Dorking Day Nursery and Preschool is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join our welcoming team in Dorking, Surrey. You will plan, deliver and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each child to support development and a love of learning.

The role requires a Level 3+ Early Years qualification, a strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding awareness, and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children. DBS checks and pre-employment screening apply.

Formación

• Level 3+ Early Years qualification required.
• Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments.
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and commitment to child protection.
• Ability to develop trust and partnerships with colleagues and families.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to each child to support development.
• Create a safe, welcoming environment that encourages exploration and learning.
• Support children's progress towards key milestones through reflective practice.
• Collaborate with colleagues and families to promote consistent care and learning.

Conocimientos

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding awareness

Child engagement

Partnership with parents

Educación

Level 3+ Early Years qualification

Descripción del empleo

Nursery – Bright Horizons Dorking Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – £29,203 - £34,340 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Dorking, Surrey

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 Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Dorking Day Nursery and Preschool. The nursery offers a welcoming, nurturing setting with a passionate team dedicated to creating a fun, engaging environment where children can learn, play and thrive. The nursery is conveniently located with good public transport links and nearby parking available.

Our Benefits

• £29,203 - £34,340 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, 24 hours over 3 days, or 16 hours over 2 days

*Subject to T&Cs

The Role

As 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 for

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification
• Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments
• Strong 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

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.

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.