Nursery Practitioner - SEN Support

Bright Horizons; London Borough of Havering; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount 50%

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave + bank holidays +

Christmas closure

Pension

24/7 virtual GP & early wage access

Career development & coaching

Job summary

Bright Horizons is seeking an Early Years Practitioner at the Gaynes Park Nursery in Upminster (RM14 2HX). The role requires a full-time, Level 3+ Early Years qualification and a passion for inclusive learning environments.

You will plan engaging activities, reflect on progress, and foster a safe, expressive atmosphere aligned to EYFS and safeguarding standards. Join Bright Horizons to support children’s development, build strong partnerships with families, and access benefits such as a 50%

Qualifications

• Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with colleagues and parents/carers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities tailored to each key child.
• Maintain a safe environment that encourages expression and learning.
• Support SEN needs within Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Nursery in Upminster.

Skills

Inclusive learning

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding & child protection

Partnerships with parents/colleagues

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

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.

Requirements

• 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.

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 are looking for a full time, Level 3 qualified SEN Support Nursery Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Gaynes Park Nursery situated in Upminster, RM14 2HX.

Benefits

• Starting salary of £31,158.40
• 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