Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool
Lunch Cover Hours Practitioner
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Lunch Cover Hours Practitioner
Nursery – Bright Horizons Bracknell Day Nursery and Pre School
Position: Early Years Practitioner (Lunch Cover)
- Salary: £12.99–£15.88 per hour (varies based on qualifications and experience)
- Location: Wokingham Road, Bracknell
- Hours: 9:30am–2:30pm (5 days per week, subject to terms and conditions)
About the Organisation
Bright Horizons is a company driven by our HEART principles: Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork. We foster an inclusive and supportive culture where you can thrive, be your authentic self, and make a tangible difference.
“I did that.” Here, your contributions have real impact—especially in shaping the next generation.
The Role
As an Early Years Practitioner, you will:
- Plan, design, implement, and reflect on engaging, child-centred activities tailored to individual milestones.
- Create a safe, nurturing environment that encourages expression, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. -Support children’s development through creativity and exploration.
This part-time role offers flexibility within our Bracknell nursery, focusing on midday coverage for young children.
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Responsibilities
- Collaborate to create developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
- Foster inclusion, ensuring all children feel valued and heard.
- Work closely with parents/carers to build trusting partnerships.
- Adhere to safeguarding and child protection regulations strictly.
- Uphold the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
Benefits
- Enhanced parental leave
- 20 days’ annual leave plus public holidays + paid Christmas closure.
- Option to purchase additional leave
- Subsidised childcare: 50% fee for your first child
- Private medical insurance (24/7 virtual GP access)
- Pension scheme
- Career progression support including one-on-one coaching
- Early salary access and financial wellbeing tools
- Discounted rates for bonuses and discounts
Requirements
- Must hold a full, relevant Level 3 qualification (or above) in Early Years.
- Passion for fun, inclusive learning and supporting young children’s growth.
- Thorough knowledge of EYFS standards and its application. -bullet Strong commitment to safeguarding and child protection (mandatory). -bullet Ability to build rapport with families, peers, and children.
- Enhanced DBS check required.
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Our Commitment to Inclusion
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, celebrating diversity and supporting all individuals. If you require reasonable adjustments during the application process or while working with us, we’re committed to ensuring access. Our sector requires all roles to undergo a level 3 Enhanced DBS check.
---Why Join Us? What better way to grow professionally while shaping little lives? Bright Horizons has been voted a Great Place to Work annually since 2006—we’re proud to be a place that invests in people. If you share our passion, apply today!
---Next Steps
If you’re ready to apply, we’d love to meet you at Bright Horizons Bracknell. Have questions? Email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com for assistance—we’re here to help!
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