Nursery Practitioner

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; St. Day; On-site; GBP 25,552 - 31,231; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting salary of £28,392.00 per annum

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

24/7 virtual GP appointments

Professional development access

Job summary

A leading preschool organization in Shenfield is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to foster a nurturing environment for children. You will plan engaging activities to encourage their development towards key milestones. The role requires a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and a passion for inclusive education. Benefits include a competitive salary, childcare discounts, and a professional development program. Join a great place to work and make a difference in children's lives.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Level 3 or higher Early Years qualification.
• Passionate about creating engaging and inclusive environments.
• Understanding of EYFS required.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities for children.
• Create a safe environment for children's expression and learning.

Skills

Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments

Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Ability to develop trust with colleagues and parents/carers

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Poppetts Day Nursery and Preschool, Long Ridings Avenue, Shenfield, Essex, CM13 1DU

Salary – Starting from £28,392.00 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Hours – Full Time – 40 hours, Monday - Friday

Location – Shenfield, Essex, CM13 1DU

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 Poppetts nursery.

Conveniently located next to Long Ridings Primary School and just a 5‑minute walk from Shenfield Station (Elizabeth Line), Poppetts offers a warm, engaging environment for young learners.

We’re proud to be rated “Good” by Ofsted and offer enriching extras like Boogie Mites music and Forest School sessions. All rooms have free‑flow access to gardens, and we provide on‑site free parking for families.

Our Benefits

• Starting £28,392.00 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 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. 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.