Bright Horizons
Early Years Practitioner
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Nursery – Early Years Practitioner The Laurels Day Nursery and Preschool Bright Horizons, Caterham, Surrey
About the Organisation
Bright Horizons fosters a culture built on HEART principles:
- Honesty
- Excellence
- Accountability
- Respect
- Teamwork
We are seeking a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join The Laurels Day Nursery at our Caterham site, a charming nursery in a leafy residential area near Town End Recreation Ground and Caterham Station.
Salary & Location
- Salary: £28,274 - £35,214 per annum (dependent on qualifications & experience)
- Location: Caterham, Surrey
- Facilities: Parent drop-off zone, parking, and easy access via public transport
Benefits
Bright Horizons offers a competitive benefits package:
- Financial & Wellbeing Benefits:
- Childcare discount of 50% on the first child
- Enhanced parental leave
- 20 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and a paid Christmas closure)
- Option to purchase additional leave*
- Pension benefits and advanced financial support
Subject to terms and conditions
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Professional Development:
- Access to a structured learning and development programme
- Support from a career coach
- Training opportunities across all career stages
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Wellbeing Support:
- 24/7 virtual GP access
The Role
As an Early Years Practitioner, you will:
- Plan, create, implement, and reflect on engaging, child-specific activities to support developmental milestones
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that encourages creativity, learning, and self-expression
- Help nurture a lifelong love of learning in children
** Qualifications & Requirements**
We are seeking applicants with:
- Full and relevant Level 2 Early Years qualification (or above)
- A passion for fun, inclusive learning environments tailored to 0-5-year-olds
- Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- Excellent safeguarding and child protection knowledge
- Ability to build trust and strong partnerships with parents, carers, and colleagues
Company Commitments
Bright Horizons is deeply committed to: ✅ Safeguarding – All roles require an Enhanced DBS check (standard for this sector). ✅ Inclusivity – We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and assist with reasonable adjustments if required. ✅ Professional Growth – Recognised as a Great Place to Work for the last 13 years.
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Additional Culture Highlights
- "HEART" Values shape our collaborative, supportive, and proud company culture.
- Employee Appreciation is celebrated through initiatives like:
- Annual Awards of Excellence (formal celebrations)
- "Thank You" campaigns—gifts, team lunches, and impromptu rewards
- Profit-sharing and recognition programmes
Each employee’s journey is supported, and we believe in thriving, achievable growth.
How to Apply
Don’t hesitate to apply—Bright Horizons has been voted a Great Place to Work since 2006.
For support via email: europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com
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