Early Years Practitioner P/T

MP Training and Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job description

Early Years Practitioner P/T

Early Years Practitioner P/T

Location: Finsbury Park, London

Nursery: Bright Horizons Finsbury Park Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: Starting from £27,231.95 per annum (Full-time equivalent - Pro-rata) (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

We are looking for a part-time Level 2/3 qualified Practitioner to join the 'Under 2's' room at our Finsbury Park nursery, which is situated in the heart of Finsbury Park close to local shops and amenities. The nursery offers excellent links to rail, tube and bus stations. The nearest rail and tube stations to the nursery are Finsbury Park underground station (10 minute walk), Finsbury Park Railway station (9 minute walk) and Crouch Hill Rail station (9 minute walk). We have buses 210, W3 and W7 that are close to the nursery.

We have various P/T roles available:

• 20 hrs (Tues/Wed - 10 hrs per day - Baby room 3-16 months)

• 20 hrs (Tues/Fri - 10 hrs per day - Baby room 12-24 months)

• 35 hrs (Mon/Wed/Thurs/Fri - 8am-6pm - Toddlers 18-30 months)

• 27 hrs (Tues/Wed/Thurs - 8am-6pm - Preschool)

• 20 hrs (Mon/Fri - 8am-6pm - Preschool)

Our Bright Horizons Finsbury Park is purpose-built and Ofsted rated “Good”. It is a light, spacious day nursery all on one level, with rooms that all have direct access to outdoor garden areas.

What we can offer you:

• Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews

• Discounted childcare of 50% for the first child (T&C Apply)

• 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

• Financial 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 out

• Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries

• Access to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you to step into a Room Leader position

• Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence galas

• Happy to Talk Flexible Working

What you’ll be doing:

• Plan, 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 partnerships

• Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety, and safeguarding

• Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy, and safe environment

What we’re looking for:

• Full and Relevant Level 2/3 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 child

• Ability to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parents

• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults

• Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children

Bright Horizons is 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 [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.