Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 26,100 - 31,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount of 50% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme

Job summary

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool is looking for an Early Years Practitioner for its Chigwell nursery, where you will plan engaging activities for children and foster a love of learning. With a salary starting at £29,000 per annum, you will enjoy great benefits including childcare discounts and a professional development program.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant Early Years qualification and a passion for creating inclusive environments, ensuring a safe space for children's growth and expression.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 2 or above Early Years qualification.
• 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 and partnerships with colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement, and reflect on engaging activities.
• Create a safe environment that fosters children's development.
• Encourage a lifelong love of learning in children.

Skills

Early Years qualification

Passion for fun learning environments

Understanding of EYFS

Knowledge of safeguarding

Building partnerships

Education

Level 2 or above Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Chigwell Day Nursery and Preschool, Roding Lane, Buckhurst Hill, Chigwell, Essex, IG9 6BJ

Salary – Starting £29,000 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Hours – Full Time, 40 hours, Monday - Friday.

Location – Chigwell, Essex.

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 Chigwell nursery. Our Nursery in Chigwell is located very close to Buckhurst Hill and Chigwell Tube stations, making us a convenient setting for commuting parents. Along with an onsite car park.

Our Benefits

• Starting £29,000 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
• 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 2 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.