Bright Horizons
Early Years Practitioner
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Early Years Practitioner – Bright Horizons Chineham Park Day Nursery & Preschool
Job Level & Salary
Salary Level 2: £25,896 – £26,728 p/a (dependant on qualifications and experience)
Salary Level 3: £26,915 – £31,720 p/a (dependant on qualifications and experience)
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Location
Chineham, Hampshire 📍 Situated in Chineham Business Park, Basingstoke, accessible by bus, car or on foot.
📌 Our Mission: Bright Horizons is driven by our HEART principles—Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork. We foster an environment where you can be yourself, feel supported, and make a meaningful impact on the next generation.
About the Nursery
At Bright Horizons Chineham Park Day Nursery and Preschool, we offer: ✔ A unique layout with playground spaces, wildlife encounters, and home-from-home rooms ✔ Free bus transport links within Chineham Park ✔ A strong focus on wellbeing, including wellbeing cafes, learning lunches, and ambassador roles ✔ Progression opportunities to grow within roles
The Role
As an Early Years Practitioner, you will:
- Plan, create, and implement engaging activities tailored to key milestones for children
- Foster a safe and supportive environment where creativity and learning thrive
- Encourage a love of learning that lasts a lifetime
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Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver personalised play-based learning experiences
- Nurture independent thinking and expression in young children
- Maintain detailed records of progress towards developmental targets
- Work closely with parents, carers, and colleagues to ensure continuity of care
Requirements
- Full, relevant Level 2 or higher qualification in Early Years OR An apprenticeship or NVQ (3 or higher preferred)
- Passion for creating fun, inclusive, and stimulating learning environments
- Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- A deep understanding of safeguarding and child protection
- Ability to build trust with children, families, and colleagues
Note: All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks for safeguarding compliance.
Why Join Bright Horizons?
Benefits
✅ Childcare discount of 50% for first child ✅ Enhanced parental leave (up to 20 days extra) ✅ 20 days annual leave + bank holidays & Christmas closure ✅ Optional additional leave purchase options ✅ Comprehensive pension scheme ✅ 24/7 virtual GP appointments and financial wellbeing support ✅ Early salary payments available ✅ Access to the Professional Development Programme & career coaching
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Flexible Working Options
🕒 40 hours over 4/5 days 🕒 24-hour flexi-shift (3 days) 🕒 16-hour shifts (2 days)
Our Culture
✨ "I did that" = Our culture celebrates every achievement, giving colleagues pride and purpose.
🏆 Britain’s #1 “Great Place to Work” (for 13 consecutive years!) 🌍 Our leadership mentorship helps you develop with HEART—Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, Teamwork
Our Commitment to You
🎓 Ongoing professional development for every career stage 🍕 Employee Appreciation Month – Celebrate with lunches, snacks, and team events 🏆 Annual Awards of Excellence – Recognise success and cheer on colleagues 🔒 Your data and privacy: By applying, you confirm understanding of our Employee Privacy Notice
Important Notes
✅ Inclusive employer: Flexible recruitment (adjustments available) ⚠ Enhanced DBS required for all roles
Ready to make a difference?
Apply today! If you encounter issues, email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com
"Our colleagues’ potential is limitless." At Bright Horizons, we believe everyone can thrive.
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