Job Description

Nursery: Bright Horizons Didsbury Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: From \xc2\xa323,292 - \xc2\xa324,169.60 (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location: Didsbury, M20 2DY

We are looking for a full time, Level 3 qualified Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Didsbury Nursery.

The nursery is Ofsted rated \xe2\x80\x9cOutstanding\xe2\x80\x9d and offers excellent outdoor space as well as recent refurbishment. We are situated just a short walk from the West Didsbury Metrolink station and on a main bus route so are easily accessible on public transport. There is also on-street free parking available and lots of lovely shops, coffee shops and eatery\xe2\x80\x99s just a short walk away.

For this role, we are offering a \xc2\xa3500 Welcome Bonus* (T&C\'s apply)

What we can offer you

Our benefits include, but are not limited to;

Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews

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

Financial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans and a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities and days out

Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries

Access to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you to step into a Room Leader position

Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala\xe2\x80\x99s

Happy to Talk Flexible Working

Why Bright Horizons?

We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you\xe2\x80\x99d be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We\xe2\x80\x99ve also been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006 - as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women.

Did you know, Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005 supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations? Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year!

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll 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\xe2\x80\x99re 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, 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 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. #INDNP

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you experience any problems, please email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com and we will be happy to help.

Bright Horizons Family Solutions