Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool
Early Years Practitioner
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Early Years Practitioner
Nursery – Bright Horizons Worthing Day Nursery and Preschool
Salary & Location
- £27,010 per annum (starting salary, dependent on qualifications and experience)
- Worthing
We’re a company built on our HEART principles: Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork. Together, we empower employees to thrive in a role that fosters positive change. Our culture encourages you to be bold: "I did that—we did that."
The Role
Join us as a [Level 2 Early Years Practitioner] to deliver exceptional care and education for preschool children. In this hands-on role, your passion for nurturing young minds will flourish in a supportive, team-focused environment. You’ll:
- Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities tailored to each child’s needs
- Guide devlopmental milestones while ensuring a safe, emboldening space for exploration and creativity
- Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and carers to create inclusive learning environments
- Receive proactive mentorship to grow your knowledge in safeguarding, EYFS, and child psychology
Key Responsibilities
✅ Design enriching programmes aligned to [Early Years Foundation Stage] (EYFS) ✅ Monitor wellbeing with adaptive, child-centric approaches ✅ Embrace flexibility, cultural diversity, and plurality within teams ✅ Celebrate children’s freedom to grow while keeping challenges manageable
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What We’re Looking For
- Full and relevant Level 2 or equivalent qualification in Early Years Practice (Level 3 or above ideally)
- Creativity and enthusiasm for building fun yet ambitious learning environments
- Strong grasp of [EYFS framework stages] and its practical applications
- Robust safeguarding knowledge (child protection policies, disclosures)
- Empathy, adaptability, and ability to build rapid trust with families and peers
Requirements & Expectations
- Enhanced DBS check required for all roles due to safeguarding obligations
- Willingness to collaborate in a proactive, cohesive team
- Investment in professional growth through our early-years network
Why Join Us?
Bright Horizons has been Great Place to Work annually since 2006 (and counting!). Enjoy:
Benefits
- 50% childcare discount on your first child’s fees (maximum £400/month)
- 20+ days annual leave + bank holidays + paid closure during Christmas
- Endless growth: access to our career development path and career counselling
- from Level 2 to management, leadership and beyond
- Flexibility: apply for optional extra leave without financial impact*
- A workplace wellness package (virtual GP, early wage access, financial wellness tools)
- Ongoing pay rises and active performance rewards
- Inclusivity without limits: brighter futures for all regardless of age, experience, or background
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Safeguarding & Diversity
We prioritise circles of care for young people:
- This role demands compliance with safer recruitment and strict DBS policies
- Your application must demonstrate accountability for our values
Note to applicants: Adjustments can be made when required. Recruitment is managed through our European talent hub.
Take the Step – Apply Today
If this role resonates with you, [submit your CV] now:
📧 Troubleshooting? Email: europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com 📞 Helen Bamforth: 01707 650317
We look forward to welcoming you!
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