Qualified Early Years Teacher

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount 50%

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave

Bank holidays paid

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Career development programme

Job summary

Bright Horizons Columbus Courtyard Day Nursery and Preschool in Canary Wharf, London, invites applications for an Early Years Teacher. You will plan rich learning experiences, assess progress, and ensure stimulating indoor/outdoor environments that meet each child’s needs.

We require QTS/EYTS/EYPS or Level 6 Early Years Qualification, strong EYFS knowledge, safeguarding skills, and the ability to partner with parents and staff to support children’s development.

Qualifications

• Hold either Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS), Early Years Practitioner Status (EYPS), or a full and relevant Level 6 Early Years Qualification
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child
• Sound 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 colleagues and parents

Responsibilities

• As an Early Years Teacher, you will plan and deliver rich learning opportunities and exceptional care that helps all the children to develop and meet their individual needs.
• You will make accurate and effective assessments, which reflect the needs, interests, and stages of each child, and ensure stimulating environments.
• Contribute to a safe, nurturing setting and build strong relationships with families and staff.

Skills

QTS

EYTS

EYPS

Level 6 EY Qualification

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Communication skills

Parent partnerships

Passion for learning

Education

QTS/EYTS/EYPS or Level 6 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Columbus Courtyard Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – From £33,467 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Canary Wharf, London

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 Teacher to join our Columbus Courtyard nursery, which offers staff a vibrant and purpose-built setting designed to inspire. With five spacious rooms filled with natural light, dedicated indoor garden spaces, a sensory room, and a bespoke curriculum, the nursery provides a nurturing environment for both children and staff. Commuting is simple, with the nursery just a short walk from Canary Wharf Tube and Westferry DLR stations.

Benefits

• From £33,467 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 Teacher, you will plan and deliver rich learning opportunities and exceptional care that helps all the children to develop and meet their individual needs. You will make accurate and effective assessments, which reflect the needs, interests, and stages of each child, and ensure the indoor and outdoor environments are consistently stimulating and inspiring for the children.

What we’re looking for

• Hold either Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS), Early Years Practitioner Status (EYPS), or a full and relevant Level 6 Early Years Qualification
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child
• Sound 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
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both colleagues and parents

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.

At Bright Horizons, our culture is built on our commitment to Keeping Everyone Safe and providing world-class care and education, delivered by a world-class workforce. We believe our people’s potential is endless and with this in mind, we aspire to create an environment where our colleagues can thrive and accomplish the things they thought impossible. Bright Horizons has been recognised as a Great Place to Work by our employees and the Great Place to Work Institute for the last 13 years. We care passionately about what we do, and our HEART values and principles help us support one another in the work that we do each day. These are quite literally at the HEART of our organisation’s ethos and culture as it helps us to provide a working environment that supports professionalism, growth and diversity. We are passionate about our people’s ongoing learning and development. Our learning and leading with HEART framework supports each Bright Horizons colleague on the first steps of their leadership journey, whether that includes our 'World-Class Welcome' induction or our extensive ongoing training programme. Either way we want you to feel valued and invested in! Celebrating in the accomplishments of our people is an essential part of our culture. We believe in the power of “thank you” and throughout the year, in ways big and small, formal and informal, we show our appreciation at all levels. We have many ways to acknowledge and celebrate our people, including our very popular “employee appreciation month