Bank Early Years Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in childcare is seeking a Bank Early Years Assistant in Shoreham-by-Sea. This role offers the unique opportunity to work flexibly while supporting nursery staff in delivering engaging educational experiences for children. You'll be part of a vibrant team, helping to create a safe and stimulating environment for young learners. With a strong commitment to employee well-being and development, this organization provides a supportive culture and numerous benefits, including discounted childcare and access to health resources. If you're passionate about nurturing young minds and want to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

Discounted childcare

Smart Health access

Variety of discounts

Development programme access

Employee Appreciation events

Qualifications

• Experience with children is ideal but not essential.
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging.

Responsibilities

• Support nursery colleagues in delivering EYFS activities.
• Ensure child welfare, health, and safety throughout the day.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication techniques

Flexibility and adaptability

Understanding of child protection

Education

Relevant childcare qualifications

Job description

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Bank Early Years Assistant, Shoreham-by-Sea

Client: Bright Horizons

Location: Shoreham-by-Sea, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 73baac6cbd65

Job Views: 3

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description:

Nursery: Bright Horizons Old Shoreham Day Nursery and Preschool

Hourly Rate: £1.44 - £11.67 p/h (dependant 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
• 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!