Nursery Practitioner

Bright Horizons; Hertford Heath; Presencial; GBP 27.000 - 33.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Starting from £30,000 per annum

Childcare discount of 50% for first 1

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave + bank holidays +

Pension

24/7 virtual GP and wellbeing benefits

Professional development and careers

Descripción de la vacante

Bright Horizons Bishops Stortford Day Nursery and Preschool in Hertfordshire is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to plan, deliver and review engaging activities for children aged 0-5, supporting their development in a purpose-built setting.

You will work full-time, Monday to Friday, in a friendly team. The role requires a Level 3+ Early Years qualification, a strong EYFS knowledge base and a commitment to safeguarding and inclusive learning.

Formación

• Must hold full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Demonstrated passion for creating fun, inclusive learning environments.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding procedures.

Responsabilidades

• Plan, create and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each child to support development.
• Maintain a safe learning environment that encourages curiosity and independent learning.
• Develop trusting partnerships with colleagues and parents/carers.
• Deliver high-quality early years experiences across all nursery rooms.

Conocimientos

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Passion for inclusive learning

Strong EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Partnerships with colleagues/parents

Educación

Level 3 or above Early Years qualification

Descripción del empleo

Nursery – Bright Horizons Bishops Stortford Day Nursery and Preschool, Unit 1, Western Neighbourhood Centre, Rainbird Road, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 2AF

Salary – Starting from £30,000 per annum dependent on qualification(s)/experience

Hours - Full time, 40 hours, Monday - Friday (all year round)

Location – Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 2AF

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 Bishops Stortford nursery.

The purpose-built nursery consists of six rooms, three baby rooms, two toddler rooms and a large pre-school room. The nursery boasts a beautiful baby terrace on the first floor for under two's along with a well designed garden consisting of a Forest and growing area along with an area for relaxing/creating.

Our Benefits

• Starting from £30,000 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

*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

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.

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 look forward to receiving your application!