Overview
Nursery: Bright Horizons Canterbury Day Nursery and Preschool
Salary: £28,072 - £33,020 per annum pro rata (depending on qualification and experience)
Location: Canterbury
We are looking for a part‑time, lunch cover Early Years Practitioner to join our Canterbury Nursery, working 20 hours per week.
The nursery offers a friendly, experienced, long serving team, easy access to local transport with plenty of parking, flexible working patterns and refurbished rooms.
Responsibilities
* 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.
Qualifications
* 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
Requirements
* Safeguarding: enhanced DBS check prior to appointment (as part of Safer Recruitment)
* We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply; reasonable adjustments may be requested
* All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS check
Benefits
* Childcare discount of 50% for the first child (subject to terms and conditions)
* Enhanced parental leave
* 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure
* Pension
* Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments and early access to wages
* Professional development programme access, including access to a careers coach
How to apply
To apply, please follow Bright Horizons’ standard application process. If you experience problems, please email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com.
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