Bank Early Years Assistant

MP Training and Recruitment; Redhill; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in childcare is seeking a passionate Early Years Assistant to join their vibrant team. This part-time role offers the opportunity to engage and inspire young minds through creative play and educational activities. You will be part of a supportive environment that values flexibility and work-life balance, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on children's development. With a commitment to professional growth and well-being, this role is perfect for those who enjoy working with children and want to contribute to a nurturing atmosphere. If you're ready to embrace a rewarding career in early years education, this position is for you.

Benefits

Amazing discounts on childcare and utilities

Quarterly Employee Appreciation Weeks

24-hour professional counselling helpline

Access to training and qualifications library

Qualifications

• Previous experience in roles like Nursery Assistant or Teaching Assistant.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Support nursery colleagues in delivering engaging educational play.
• Supervise children to ensure safety and well-being.
• Promote child welfare and adhere to safeguarding policies.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Understanding of child protection

Job description

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Bank Early Years Assistant

Apply remote type Onsite locations Redhill Surrey RH1 6GB time type Part time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR-117312

Nursery: Bright Horizons Royal Earlswood Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: £11.44 - £11.67 per hour depending on qualification and experience

Our Bright Flex team blend the convenience of Bank / Locum / Agency work, with the security and benefits of being an employee – giving people within this team the flexibility to work when and where they want!

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

Why Bright Horizons?

We care for over 10,000 children across the UK, across our portfolio of over 300 nurseries, 98% of which are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. We’re on a mission to change the future for children, families, and the people we work with, and are committed to progressive working values like flexibility, work-life balance, and wellbeing.

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 can offer you

Our benefits include, but are not limited to;

• Amazing discounts, ranging from childcare to high-street, to utility and days out!
• Quarterly Employee Appreciation Weeks – with treats for all the team
• External helpline with professional counsellors – supporting your wellbeing 24 hours a day.
• Access to our extensive library of training and qualifications, to support your continuous development

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

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

We look forward to receiving your application!

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