At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and implement engaging activities for children's development in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Join Bright Horizons, a company driven by HEART principles and dedicated to making a difference.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, 50% childcare discount, 31 days annual leave, and professional development.
- Other info: Be part of a multicultural team in a purpose-built nursery with excellent commuter links.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on young minds while growing your career in a supportive setting.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and a passion for creating inclusive learning environments.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 27185 £ per year.
Nursery – Annandale Street
Salary – £29,619 FTE per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)
Location - Edinburgh
Hours- Full and Part Time
Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: "I did that."
We're looking for an Early Years Practitioner to join our Annandale Street nursery. Bright Horizons Annandale Street Nursery offers a purpose-built setting with spacious rooms, a sensory space, and a well-equipped garden designed to inspire young minds. Our multicultural and bilingual team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care through the Bright Beginnings curriculum. Located just off Leith Walk, the nursery benefits from excellent commuter links including nearby tram, train, and bus routes, plus on-site car parking.
Come be part of a nurturing environment where your career can flourish!
Our Benefits
- £29,619 FTE per annum
- Childcare discount of 50% for first child
- Enhanced parental leave
- 31 days annual leave. Ability to also purchase additional leave
- Pension
- Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more
- Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach
The Role
As an Early Years Practitioner, you will plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities, tailored to each of your key children, to encourage their development towards key milestones. You will create a safe environment that allows children the freedom to express themselves, engage their minds, and help to foster a lifelong love of learning.
What we're looking for
- Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification
- Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments
- Strong understanding of the Scottish Curriculum frameworks
- Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection
- Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/ carers
Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced PVG check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants.
If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today!
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.
Early Years Practitioner- Full time & Part time hours in Edinburgh employer: MP Training and Recruitment
Bright Horizons Annandale Street Nursery is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and inclusive work culture driven by our HEART principles. With a focus on professional development, generous benefits including a 50% childcare discount and enhanced parental leave, and a nurturing environment designed for both personal and career growth, we empower our Early Years Practitioners to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children in Edinburgh. Join us in a purpose-built setting where your contributions truly matter.
Contact Details:
MP Training and Recruitment Recruitment Team
