Bank Early Years Assistant

Bright Horizons; Worthing; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Horizons is seeking a flexible nursery practitioner for their Worthing Day Nursery and Preschool. In this role, you will support children's development through interactive play and activities, all while enjoying the benefits of flexible working hours and a supportive team environment. Join a company committed to creating a positive atmosphere for both staff and children.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 40% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme access

Qualifications

• Previous experience in childcare roles (optional, includes Nursery Assistant, Nanny, etc.)
• Ability to engage children through play.
• Flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of children aged 0-5 through play and activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet children's key milestones.
• Provide a fun and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Flexibility

Communication

Passion for learning

Job description

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Nursery – Bright Horizons Worthing Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – £12.21 - £12.44 per hour (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Worthing

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 a flexible working practitioner to join our Bright Flex / Bank team at our Bright Horizons Worthing Day Nursery and Preschool, situated in Chesswood Road (former Greatsaurus Nursery). This nursery offers off road parking, great transport links as well as links with local schools and it’s only a 10-minute walk to the beach.

Childcare discount of 40% 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

Shift options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days, 24 hours over 3 days, or 16 hours over 2 days

*Subject to T&Cs

The Role

Working as part of our Bright Flex / Bank team, you can blend the convenience of bank/ agency work, with the security and benefits of being an employee – giving you the best of both worlds!

Within this role, you will work as part of a team to look after babies and children up to the age of 5. You will have adventures through interactive play, reading, and activities to encourage curious minds – supporting colleagues with each child’s development towards their key milestones.

What we’re looking for

Previous experience working with children ideal but not essential – Nursery Bank Staff, Nursery Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, 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

Ability to be flexible and adaptable

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.

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!