Nursery: Bright Horizons Hinxton Crocus Day Nursery and PreschoolJob Type: Perm | Part Time | 20 HoursSalary: From £26,712 per annum FTE (dependant on qualification/s and experience)Bright Horizons Hinxton are looking for a level 3 or above qualified Early Years Practitioner to support their fantastic team.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 £5 per month.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 child (Subject to availability -T's and C's apply)Up 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.INDCAMBWe look forward to receiving your application!If you experience any problems, please email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com and we will be happy to help.
