At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and implement engaging activities for children, fostering their development.
- Company: Join Bright Horizons Maidstone Boughton Lane Day Nursery and Preschool, a Great Place to Work since 2006.
- Benefits: Enjoy 50% childcare discount, enhanced parental leave, and access to a professional development programme.
- Other info: Position includes lunch cover responsibilities and is subject to enhanced DBS checks.
- Why this job: Make a difference in children's lives while working in a supportive environment driven by HEART principles.
- Qualifications: Must have a full Level 3 or above Early Years qualification and strong EYFS understanding.
The predicted salary is between 42500 - 42500 £ per year.
Nursery – Bright Horizons Maidstone Boughton Lane Day Nursery and Preschool
Salary – Starting from £213.50 p/h (dependent on qualification/s and experience)
Location – Maidstone, Kent
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 - Lunch Cover to join our Bright Horizons Maidstone Boughton Lane Day Nursery and Preschool.
Our Benefits
- Childcare discount of 50% for first child*
- Enhanced parental leave
- 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. 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
Subject to T&Cs
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 Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- 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 DBS 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 Level 3+ Lunch Cover in Kent employer: MP Training and Recruitment
Bright Horizons Maidstone offers a nurturing environment with a commitment to safeguarding children. Located in Maidstone, Kent, the nursery provides extensive benefits like 20 days annual leave and 24/7 virtual GP appointments. The team values inclusivity and supports professional growth at every career stage.
Contact Details:
MP Training and Recruitment Recruitment Team
