Early Years Practitioner

Nursery: Bright Horizons Hinxton Crocus Day Nursery and Preschool
Job Type: Perm Full Time 40 Hours
Salary: GBP24,727 - GBP32094 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)
GBP1500 Welcome Bonus for this role T&C's apply
At Bright Horizons Hinxton we are very proud of our 'GOOD' Ofsted rating which is reflected by the quality of our staff and resources'.
Each well-equipped room has access to an enclosed garden area, and children also benefit from a secure woodland area that they can explore.
This position offers a free shuttle bus at various times throughout the day via the campus to/from Saffron Walden and Cambridge. The Role also offers a reduced Gym membership at GBP5 per month.
What we can offer you
Our benefits include, but are not limited to;
Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews
Discounted childcare of 50% for first child
Up to 33 days holiday per year, with the option to buy additional days
Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support
Huge variety of discounts across high street brands, utilities, and days out
Financial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans and more
Refer a Friend Bonus, including New York Trip for 2 prize draw entry
Access to a wide selection of training programmes, supporting your individual career path, with career development opportunities across our network of nurseries
Employee Appreciation through our quarterly recognition weeks and annual Awards of Excellence gala's
Happy to Talk Flexible Working
Why Bright Horizons?
We care for over 25,000 children across the UK, across our portfolio of over 300 nurseries, 98% of which are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. We've been voted Great Place to Work for the last 17 consecutive years, as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women.
Since 2005, we have supported the lives of thousands of children through our Bright Horizons Foundation for Children, supporting families and children in crisis - something we could not achieve without our Bright Horizons colleagues ongoing volunteering and fundraising.
What you'll be doing
Plan, create and implement engaging activities, tailored to each of your key children, to encourage their development towards key milestones.
Observing, tracking and reflecting on learning
Develop and maintain strong parent/ carer partnerships
Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguarding procedures and policies are followed at all times
Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment on a day to day basis
What we're looking for
Full and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification
Previous experience working with children (ideally as a Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, Nursery Assistant or similar)
Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child
Ability to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parents
Ability to use a variety of techniques to clearly and successfully communicate with both children and adults
Sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage
Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
We look forward to receiving your application!
If you experience any problems, please email and we will be happy to help.
INDCAMB
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate
Salary: GBP24,726.00-GBP31,558.86 per year
Benefits:
Additional leave
Childcare
Company events
Company pension
Employee discount
Employee mentoring programme
Financial planning services
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Private dental insurance
Private medical insurance
Referral programme
Sick pay
Store discount
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends
School type:
Day nursery
Preschool
Private nursery school
Ability to Relocate:
Hinxton: Relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person