Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool
Nursery Practitioner
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Nursery: Bright Horizons Swanscombe Day Nursery and Preschool
Salary: £29,619 - £34,840 per annum (depending on qualification and experience) Location: Swanscombe
About the Organisation
At Bright Horizons, our culture is built on our HEART principles: Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.
We empower employees to be their best selves, offer unparalleled support, and give you the opportunity to shape the next generation. Here, you can proudly say: “I did that.”
We are seeking a full or part-time, Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Swanscombe Day Nursery and Preschool, located near Swanscombe and Ebbsfleet train stations. Our nursery provides:
- On-site car park (free for staff)
- Comprehensive training and career progression opportunities
- A warm, inclusive, and supportive work environment
Our Benefits
- Childcare discount of 50% for your first child
- Enhanced parental leave
- 25 days annual leave (including bank holidays + paid Christmas closure), with option to purchase additional leave
- Pension scheme
- Wellbeing and financial benefits, including:
- 24/7 virtual GP appointments
- Early access to wages
- Full professional development support, including access to a careers coach
- Flexible shift options:
- 40 hours over 4 or 5 days
- 24 hours over 3 days
- 16 hours over 2 days
- Subject to terms and conditions
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The Role: Early Years Practitioner
As an Early Years Practitioner, your focus will be on:
- Planning, creating, and implementing engaging activities tailored to individual children to support their development towards early milestones.
- Fostering a safe, stimulating environment where children can express themselves, explore, and develop a lifelong love of learning.
What We’re Looking For
- Full and relevant Level 3 (or higher) Early Years qualification
- A passion for nurturing fun, inclusive learning environments
- Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- Exceptional understanding of safeguarding, child protection policies, and best practice
- Ability to build trust-based partnerships with colleagues, parents, and carers
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Safeguarding & Employment Responsibilities
Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and welfare. This role requires:
- Adherence to safer recruitment practices
- Successful completion of enhanced DBS checks (pre-employment)
We are an inclusive employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be provided where necessary.
All roles in childcare are subject to Enhanced DBS checks.
Why Join Us?
By choosing Bright Horizons, you’ll be working for:
✅ A company recognised as a Great Place to Work every year since 2006 ✅ An organisation that values impact, growth, and community
If you’re ready to make a difference, apply today!
For further assistence, please email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com.
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