Jobs, fresher vacancy - Early Years Practitioner • UK

Company: BHUK Bright Horizons Family Solutions Limited UK

UK

Nursery: Bright Horizons Farnham Day Nursery and PreschoolSalary: Level 2 Qualified £24,270 to £25,100 per annum (dependant onSalary: Level 3 Qualified £25,200 to £30,000 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)qualification/s and experience)Location: FarnhamWe are looking for a full time , Level 3 qualified practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Farnham Day Nursery.Our Farnham nursery is a 92 place nursery and is Ofsted rated 'Double Outstanding' and is based locally to Farnham town centre with local transport links.What we can offer youOur benefits include, but are not limited to;Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviewsDiscounted childcare of 50% for first childUp to 33 days holiday per year, with the option to buy additional daysSmart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health supportFinancial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans and a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities and days outDevelopment programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseriesAccess to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you to step into a Room Leader positionEmployee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’sHappy to Talk Flexible WorkingWhy Bright Horizons?We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you’d be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We’ve also been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006 - as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women. Did you know, Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005 supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations? Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year! What you’ll be doingPlan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities, tailored to each of your key children, to encourage their development towards key milestones.Develop and maintain strong parent/ carer partnershipsPromote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguardingWork with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environmentWhat we’re looking forFull and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (essential)Previous experience working with children (ideally as a Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, or similar)Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each childAbility to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parentsAbility to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adultsStrong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with childrenBright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all 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. We look forward to receiving your application!If you experience any problems, please email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com and we will be happy to help.