Nursery: Bright Horizons Basingstoke Day Nursery and Preschool
Salary: £24,271 - £30,000 p/a (dependant on qualification/s and experience)
Location: Basingstoke, Hampshire
We are looking for full or part time, qualified Early Years Practitioners to join our Bright Horizons Basingstoke Copper Beeches Day Nursery and Preschool, situated within a walking distance to the Town Centre and walking distance of Basingstoke Train Station.
We are offering full time and part time hours with rates of pay between £25,200 - £30,000 p/a for Nursery Practitioners L3, and between £24,271 - £25,100 p/a for Nursery Practitioners L2.
We know flexible working is important, so we are able to offer contracts of 3, 4 or 5 days a week, whatever suits you!
The nursery has stunning expansive gardens with its very own yurt, dedicated children’s kitchen, 7 base rooms and large onsite parking. In addition, there’s a large staff room to relax in, training opportunities, wellbeing is at the heart of the Nursery, and a robust and supportive induction programme.
What we can offer you
Our benefits include, but are not limited to;
- Discounted childcare of 50% for first child
- Up to 33 days holiday per year, with the option to buy additional days
- Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support
- Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’s
What you’ll be doing
- Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities, tailored to each of your key children, to encourage their development towards key milestones.
- Develop and maintain strong parent/ carer partnerships
- Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguarding
- Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment
What we’re looking for
- Full and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (essential)
- Previous experience working with children (ideally as a Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, Early Years Practitioner, or similar)
- Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child
- Ability to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parents
- Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults
- Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children
Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.
INDBASINGSTOKE
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £24,271.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Childcare
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
- Nursery experience: 1 year (preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
- Management: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
