Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool
Early Years Practitioner
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Early Years Practitioner
Nursery: Bright Horizons Harpenden Luton Road Day Nursery and Preschool Location{: .header} Harpenden Salary{: .header} Starting from £13.50/hr (Level 2), £14.04/hr (Level 3), dependent on qualifications and experience
About the Role
Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is built around our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can grow personally, feel empowered, and create lasting impacts on children?
We are seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join our Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ nursery in Harpenden—a stunning converted Victorian house with 7 spacious rooms across three floors, including a special ‘log cabin nursery room’, as well as a large outdoor play area for the children.
Branch benefits include:
- A charming setting with onsite parking
- Opportunities for children to thrive in nurturing environments
Key Benefits
- Childcare discount: 50% for your first child
- Enhanced parental leave
- 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure
- Ability to purchase additional leave
- Company pension and financial/wellbeing package – 24/7 virtual GP access – Early wage access – Career coaching & professional development
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The Role
As an Early Years Practitioner, your work will focus on:
- Planning, creating, and delivering engaging activities tailored to each child’s individual needs
- Encouraging growth and development toward key early years milestones
- Fostering creativity and learning through a joyful and nurturing environment
- Safeguarding children’s well-being in a secure and inclusive setting
What We’re Looking For
✔ Relevant qualification: Level 3+ in Early Years (or above) is essential ✔ Passion for creating safe, inclusive, and creative learning environments ✔ Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) ✔ Excellent safeguarding skills with an understanding of child protection ✔ Great interpersonal skills – able to build trust with colleagues, parents, and children
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Bright Horizons Commitment
We are fully committed to child safeguarding and an inclusive workplace. The role requires:
- Safer recruitment and pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS
- Reasonable adjustments will be supported for all applicants
Why Apply?
Bright Horizons has been recognised as a Great Place to Work since 2006 – this is a chance to work with a trade-leading employer, influence young lives, and find support for your own professional growth.
Numerous opportunities available in Harpenden – start making a difference.
Ready to join us? Methods of application will be shared through employer correspondence. If you experience any obstacles, contact europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com for assistance. We look forward to receiving your application!
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