Bank Early Years Assistant

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Bank Early Years Assistant to join their vibrant team in Brighton and Hove. This role offers the unique opportunity to blend flexibility with the security of being an employee, allowing you to work when it suits you. You'll engage in fun, creative activities that foster children's development while ensuring their safety and well-being. With a commitment to employee appreciation and career development, this organization stands out as a great place to work. If you're passionate about nurturing young minds and making learning enjoyable, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

40% discounted childcare

Access to Virtual GP appointments

Fitness programmes

Mental health support

Variety of discounts across brands

Tailored development programmes

Employee Appreciation events

Paid volunteer day annually

Qualifications

• Ideal for those with experience in childcare roles.
• Passion for engaging children in learning activities.

Responsibilities

• Support nursery colleagues in delivering educational play.
• Promote child welfare and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Relevant childcare qualification

Job description

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Client:

Bright Horizons

Location:

Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

5

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

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Job Description:

Nursery: Bright Horizons Hove Day Nursery and Preschool

Hourly Rate: £11.44 - £11.67 p/h(dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location: Hove, East Sussex

Working as a Bank Staff Member within one of our nurseries, you can blend the convenience of Bank / Locum / Agency work, with the security and benefits of being an employee – giving you the flexibility to work when you want!

If you’re looking for a flexible working role, where you can have fun, be creative, and help to develop little minds – a Bank role with Bright Horizons would be a perfect fit for you.

What we can offer you

Our benefits include, but are not limited to;

• Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews
• Discounted childcare of 40% for first child (T&Cs apply)
• Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support
• Huge variety of discounts across high street brands, 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
• Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’s

Why Bright Horizons?

We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you’d be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We’ve 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’ll be doing

• Support Nursery colleagues with their delivery of the EYFS, by engaging children in entertaining and educational play and activities, encouraging their development towards key milestones, and ensuring their safety throughout the day
• Work as part of a larger team, to ensure all essential day-to-day tasks are completed in line with nursery demands i.e. hygiene standards and room preparation
• 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

• Previous experience working with children ideal but not essential – such as Nursery Bank Staff, Nursery Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Nanny, Childminder or similar
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults
• Sound understanding of child protection and the safeguarding of children
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable

We look forward to receiving your application!