Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool
Early Years Practitioner
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Nursery – Early Years Practitioner
Bright Horizons Springfield Lodge, Dartford
📍 Salary & Structure
- Annual Salary: £29,619 – £34,840 (based on qualifications and experience)
- Location: Dartford, Kent
💙 Our Culture
Do you thrive in an environment driven by HEART—Honesty, Excellent standards, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can authentically bring your best self to work, feel unconditionally supported, and know your efforts make a real difference for children’s futures?
If so, you’ll find a place to belong and achieve with Bright Horizons—where our staff proudly share "I did that."
🏫 About the Role
Joining Bright Horizons Springfield Lodge, Dartford, you’ll be part of a respected team dedicated to nurturing young minds in a stimulating setting. This nursery offers:
- A spacious outdoor garden, perfect for exploration and discovery
- A dedicated on-site Forest School area, for immersive, nature-based learning
- A supportive, experienced staff team fostering a warm, consistent atmosphere
- On-site car parking and convenient access to local transport links
- Clear career progression with continuous training opportunities
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✨ Key Responsibilities
As an Early Years Practitioner, you’ll:
- Plan, deliver, and adapt engaging, tailored activities to support each child’s developmental milestones
- Create a safe, inclusive environment that encourages creativity, independence, and confidence
- Foster meaningful connections with children, colleagues, and parents/carers
- Reflect consistently on best practices to continuously enhance learning experiences
🌱 What We Look For
- A Level 3 Early Years qualification or above with NVQ/EYFS or equivalent
- A passion for playful, inclusive, and child-centred learning
- Deep understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage
- Robust safeguarding and child protection knowledge
- Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to build trust with all stakeholders
All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks as part of safer recruitment processes.
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⭐ Why Apply?
We’re an inclusive workplace that values diversity at all levels. You’ll thrive in a company consistently recognised as a Great Place to Work†, known for our commitment to colleagues’ growth and work-life balance.
Our benefits include:
- 50% childcare discount for your first child
- Enhanced parental leave
- 21+ days annual leave (20 days + bank holidays), with optional additional paid leave
- Pension scheme
- Wellbeing support including 24/7 virtual GP access and early wage access
- Career coaching & development programme for all the way through your journey
- Flexible hours: Options from 40 hours (4-5 days), 24 hours (3 days), or 16 hours (2 days)
“Investment in our teams is our most meaningful investment.”—Bright Horizons
🔄 Next Steps
Apply today! We can’t wait to hear from you.
Trouble submitting? Email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com for assistance.
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