Childcare Assistant - Brentwood

Virgin Active; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A fitness club chain in Brentwood is looking for a passionate Childcare Assistant to provide nurturing care for young members. Responsibilities include supervising children, ensuring a safe environment, and adhering to policies. Required qualifications include a Level 2/3 in a child-related field and experience with children. Join us for a fulfilling role where you can make a genuine impact in our members' lives.

Benefits

30 days annual leave including bank holidays

Complimentary Virgin Active membership for you and a buddy

Financial fitness support through Salary Finance

Mental health support via BUPA assistance programme

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2/3 qualification in a child related field required.
• Previous experience working with children is necessary.
• Health and Social Care does not cover the required qualification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support children at all times.
• Ensure a safe and welcoming environment in Club V.
• Act quickly in emergencies while remaining calm.

Skills

Experience working with children

Confident and enthusiastic

Ability to inspire and motivate others

Education

Level 2/3 qualification in a child related field

Job description

Overview

Virgin Active are committed to supporting our members live an active life. We understand fitness may not be a priority when members have childcare needs. Which is why we offer Club V, which provides members the best childcare facilities. To do this, we recruit the very best Childcare Assistants who are passionate about creating engaging and nurturing family-focused experiences. Childcare Assistants are responsible for the day to day care of our youngest members. You will need to be a confident and enthusiastic influence, we are looking for role models to join us. Being a Virgin Active Childcare Assistant

Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting Children at all times — nothing gets by without you noticing.
• Ensuring the Club V environment is a safe, attractive and welcoming environment for all children.
• Having a friendly, calm and approachable nature, with the ability to act quickly and effectively.
• Adhering to all company and government policies & procedures.
• You love working in a team, and have the drive to inspire and motivate others.

Qualifications

• You have a minimum Level 2/3 qualification in a child related field, alongside previous experience working with children. Please note Health and Social Care does not cover the required qualification.

Benefits

• 30 days (including bank holidays) annual leave — and we want you to take them.
• Access to The Peoples Pension, with our contributions at 3%.
• Complimentary Virgin Active membership for you and a buddy. You can also get free membership for your children too, with access to Club V.
• Discounts across Virgin Active, including guest passes and PT sessions, plus discounts on health and beauty treatment and products.
• Additional discounts across the Virgin Group, from Virgin Media to Virgin Atlantic.
• Financial fitness support through Salary Finance, including loans and savings plans.
• Mental health support via the BUPA employer assistance programme with 4 free counselling sessions.
• Dexters corporate letting services to help you find a new home with no tenant charges.
• Access to ePoints with online discounts to retailers such as Amazon, ASOS and Adidas.
• Discounts on Academy courses (nutrition and related topics) offered by Virgin Active.