Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool
Early Years Practitioner
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Early Years Practitioner
# Nursery – Early Years Practitioner Bright Horizons, Barrow
Salary & Location
- £29,203.20 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience)
- Location: Barrow General Hospital, Barrow (near Barrow In Furness train station)
About the Role & Our Culture
Are you passionate about a workplace where you can thrive in a culture driven by our HEART values? Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where ambition is celebrated, and you can proudly say:
"I did that."
Join our OFSTED-rated 'Good' nursery in Barrow to inspire and nurture the next generation while working in a supportive environment that values your growth and contribution.
The Role
As an Early Years Practitioner, you will:
- Plan, implement, and reflect on engaging, child-focused activities tailored to individual development.
- Foster a safe, inclusive environment where children feel encouraged to think, explore, and build a lifelong love of learning.
Your work will help shape their key milestones while ensuring creativity and fun are at the heart of every learning experience.
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Key Responsibilities
- Create stimulating learning environments aligned with each child’s development.
- Encourage expression, engagement, and confidence through play-based activities.
- Build trusting relationships with children, parents/carers, and colleagues.
- Model and uphold safeguarding best practices.
Requirements
- Qualification: Full and relevant Level 3 or higher Early Years qualification.
- Skills & Attitude:
- Passion for creating fun, inclusive, and individualised learning experiences.
- Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
- Comprehensive knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
- Ability to collaborate with parents/carers and colleagues to build supportive relationships.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
Bright Horizons prioritises child welfare. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. We uphold rigorous safeguarding policies.
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Competitive Benefits & Perks
- £29,203.20 per annum
- 50% childcare discount (*first child)
- Enhanced parental leave
- 30+ days annual leave (20 days + bank holidays + optional paid additional leave)
- Pension scheme
- Well-being support, including 24/7 virtual GP appointments.
- Early access to wages and other financial wellbeing benefits.
- Career development with guidance from a careers coach, tailored to your education journey.
Flexible Work
- 40-hour weeks, fitted across five days.
Application Details
If you thrive in environments that value empathy, productivity, and positive impact, we’re awards-accredited as one of the UK’s best places to work since 2006. Explore opportunities with us today!
📩 Questions or issues? Email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com—we’re here to help.
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