Bright Horizons
Early Years Practitioner
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Nursery: Bright Horizons Kenilworth Day Nursery and Preschool
Salary: Starting from £26,936 / £27,996.80 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8
About the Organisation
Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture thrives on HEART—Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can fully express yourself, receive support, and make a meaningful difference in the next generation?
Bright Horizons is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join their Kenilworth Day Nursery and Preschool, a beautifully refurbished facility with extensive outdoor space, a designated baby unit, and an Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ environment. Located in the scenic castle town of Kenilworth—easily commutable from Coventry, Warwick, Leamington Spa, and the West Midlands.
The Role
As an Early Years Practitioner, your responsibilities include:
- Planning, creating, implementing, and reflecting on engaging, individualised activities that support each child’s development toward key milestones.
- Fostering a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment where young learners can express themselves, engage their creativity, and build a lifelong passion for learning.
Requirements
To excel in this role, you will need:
- A full and relevant Level 2 or Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification in Early Years.
- A genuine passion for designing fun, inclusive, and enriching learning experiences.
- A strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
- Comprehensive knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and welfare best practices.
- The ability to build strong, trusting relationships with colleagues, children, and families.
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Benefits
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Childcare discount: 50% off for a first child (Details subject to terms and conditions)
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Extended parental leave (paid and unpaid)
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21 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure) (Option to purchase additional leave with flexibility policies)
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Pension scheme
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Financial and wellbeing benefits, including:
- 24/7 virtual GP appointments
- Early wage access
- Other complimentary support programmes
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Career development support:
- Access to a professional careers coaching programme
- Tailored professional development plans aligned with your growth
Organisation Commitments
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**Bright Horizons values ** safeguarding licenses and ensures all roles adhere to a rigorous recruitment process.
- Pre-employment checks are mandatory, including an Enhanced DBS before appointment.
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Diversity and inclusion are at the core of our hiring practices. Bright Horizons is committed to offering reasonable adjustments for applicants.
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The company has consistently been recognised as a Great Place to Work by employees and the Great Place to Work Institute since 2006.
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Upholding HEART principles helps create an environment where colleagues feel valued, empowered, and inspired to achieve their full potential.
Additional Culture Highlights
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Employee Recognition:
- Informal and formal thank you initiatives (e.g., "Thank You Day," employee appreciation month)
- Team lunches, chocolate pizzas, and celebratory ice cream outings
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Awards of Excellence:
- Annual events celebrating colleague accomplishments, where recognition ranges from gratitude messages to awards.
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Developmental opportunities:
- From onboarding to continuous growth, colleagues benefit from leadership development programmes like World-Class Welcome and training partners to support career progression.
Application Notes
We encourage candidates who wish to apply or require further support to contact the Bright Horizons team at europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com. Before submission, ensure you review Bright Horizons’ Employee Privacy Notice.
Please apply today for an opportunity to join a company where people thrive, and difference is constantly made!
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