Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool
Nursery Practitioner
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Nursery Practitioner
Early Years Practitioner – Bright Horizons Fair Oak Day Nursery and Pre-School
Salary:
- Salary Level 3: £28,072 to £33,020 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)
- Salary Level 2: £27,009 to £27,823 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)
Location: Fair Oak, Hampshire
About the Role
Do you want to work for an organisation built on HEART—Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Ground yourself in a place where you can thrive and make a lasting impact on the next generation? Here’s your chance to join Bright Horizons at our Fair Oak nursery and say: “I did that.”
Child-led learning is core to our ethos. You will inspire curiosity, ignite creative thinking and support children’s growth through play, laughter, and exploration.
The Role
As an Early Years Practitioner, you will:
- Plan, create, implement, and reflect on engaging play-based activities aligned with each child’s developmental stage
- Work with individual children to build their confidence, creativity, language, maths, and physical skills
- Foster a safe, nurturing environment that promotes independence and Aboriginal and Gifted mindsets
- Collaborate with parents/carers to maintain strong, trustful partnerships
- Support teaching staff and ensure consistent, high-quality care and education
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You’ll witness the magic unfold as you help little ones build the foundations for their bright future.
What We’re Looking For
- Full and relevant Level 2 or above qualification in Early Years
- A passion for supporting children’s holistic development through thoughtful, fun play
- Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and best practice for keeping children safe
- Ability to build exceptional relationships with children, colleagues, and families
Your Benefits
- Childcare discount of 50% for your first child
- Enhanced parental leave
- 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and a paid Christmas closure (plus additional leave options available)
- Pension scheme
- Financial and wellbeing benefits, including:
- 24/7 virtual GP access
- Early wage access
- Other wellness and support packages
- Career development opportunities with access to a professional support coach at every stage
- Flexible shift options:
- 40 hours over 4 or 5 days
- 24 hours over 3 days
- 16 hours over 2 days
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About Us
From curriculum design to team-building, our HEART values keep children at the heart of everything we do. Since 2006, we’ve been voted as a Great Place to Work—meaning that our people, partnerships, and commitment to excellence make all the difference.
We adhere to safer recruitment practices and enhanced DBS checks will be required for this role.
Application Details
Bright Horizons is committed to an inclusive workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and ages and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments needed for your application.
Ready to help shape the next generation? Apply today!
For any issues with your application, contact europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com. We’re here to help.
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