Nursery – Bright Horizons New Church Road Day Nursery and Preschool Salary – £26,915.20 - £31,720.00 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Hove 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 a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons New Church Road Day Nursery and Preschool - Ofsted GOOD. Our nursery is situated on New Church Road, local to two train stations, Portslade and Hove station both with good bus links to and from the nursery. The bus stop is just outside of the nursery. This nursery offers, 2 good size gardens available to the children, 1 for the 0-2years and 1 for the 2-5years, where the children can explore, practice their gardening skills, planting vegetables, herbs and spices. The nursery currently has 3 age group rooms, 0-2years, 2-3years and 3-5years, all rooms and spacious and bright. All staff are supported and trained to working within in our Bright Beginnings Curriculum, were we are able to support children effectively in all areas of development including Cooking and Gardening. The children also get to experience Yoga activities throughout their sessions. Our Benefits 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 The Role 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. What we’re looking for 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 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. If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today! 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.