Bank Early Years Assistant

MP Training and Recruitment; Esher; On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Early Years Assistant to join their vibrant team. This role offers the unique opportunity to work flexibly while making a significant impact on children's development. As a Bank Staff Member, you will support nursery colleagues in delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) through engaging play and activities. You will ensure children's safety and well-being while fostering a positive environment. Join a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and offers various perks, including discounted childcare and extensive training opportunities, making it an ideal place for those who love working with children.

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

40% discounted childcare

Smart Health access

Variety of discounts

Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme

Access to training programs

Employee Appreciation events

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a childcare setting is essential.
• Ability to engage and communicate effectively with children.

Responsibilities

• Support nursery staff in delivering engaging educational activities.
• Supervise children and ensure their safety throughout the day.
• Maintain hygiene standards and promote child welfare.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Child protection knowledge

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Relevant childcare qualifications

Job description

Bank Early Years Assistant

Location: Esher, Surrey KT10 0DD

Time Type: Part time

Posted On: Posted Yesterday

Job Requisition ID: JR-111090

Nursery: Bright Horizons Hinchley Wood Day Nursery and Preschool

Hourly Rate: £12.13 - £12.37 p/h (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

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:

• 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
• Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme, including New York Trip for 2 prize draw
• Access to a wide selection of training programmes, supporting your individual career path, with career development opportunities across our network of nurseries
• Employee Appreciation through our quarterly recognition weeks and annual Awards of Excellence gala’s

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
• Supervise the children throughout the day, ensuring their safety
• 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 procedures and policies are followed at all times
• Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment on a day-to-day basis

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience working with children (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 techniques to clearly and successfully communicate with both children and adults
• Sound understanding of child protection and the safeguarding of children
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable – embracing working cultures in different nurseries
• Have a flexible approach to working hours, supporting nurseries within a pre-agreed radius of your home address

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. If you share our passion, values, and have most of the skills listed, we encourage you to apply – as you may be just what we’re looking for! Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS. Some of our roles require specific qualifications by law, this will be highlighted as essential within the advert.

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you experience any problems, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.

About Us

At Bright Horizons, our culture is built on our commitment to Keeping Everyone Safe and providing world-class care and education, delivered by a world-class workforce. We believe our people’s potential is endless and with this in mind, we aspire to create an environment where our colleagues can thrive and accomplish the things they thought impossible.

Bright Horizons has been recognised as a Great Place to Work by our employees and the Great Place to Work Institute for the last 13 years. We care passionately about what we do, and our HEART values and principles help us support one another in the work that we do each day. These are quite literally at the HEART of our organisation’s ethos and culture as it helps us to provide a working environment that supports professionalism, growth and diversity.

We are passionate about our people’s ongoing learning and development. Our learning and leading with HEART framework supports each Bright Horizons colleague on the first steps of their leadership journey, whether that includes our 'World-Class Welcome' induction or our extensive ongoing training programme. Either way we want you to feel valued and invested in!

Celebrating in the accomplishments of our people is an essential part of our culture. We believe in the power of “thank you” and throughout the year, in ways big and small, formal and informal, we show our appreciation for employees at all levels. We have many ways to acknowledge and celebrate our people, including our very popular “employee appreciation month”. This is a chance for everyone to share their gratitude to one another, across the whole company. Whether it is a “thank you” placed on our website, a chocolate pizza, team lunch or an ice cream van visit, it is our way of showing each other we care and appreciate everything we do. Each year, we have our annual 'Awards of Excellence' events; whether you are an award winner or cheering on a fellow team member, these formal award occasions are opportunities to come together and celebrate one another.