Early Years Assistant

Bright Horizons; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Early Years Assistant to join their friendly team. This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children through engaging play and activities. You will work collaboratively with colleagues to support children's development and create a nurturing environment. With flexible working patterns and a commitment to professional development, this position is perfect for those passionate about early childhood education. Join a company recognized for its supportive culture and make your mark in a rewarding career.

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

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children ideal but not essential.
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child.

Responsibilities

• Look after babies and children up to the age of 5.
• Support children's development through interactive play and activities.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Ability to engage children

Teamwork

Education

Relevant childcare qualification

Job description

Nursery: Bright Horizons Canterbury Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: £25,538 - £25,875 p/a (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location: Canterbury, Kent

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 are looking for a full time Early Years Assistant to join our Bright Horizons Canterbury,. This nursery offers a friendly, experienced, long serving team, easy access to local transport with plenty of parking available, flexible working patterns and an upcoming refurbishment!

Our Benefits

• £25,538 - £25,875 per annum
• 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

As an Early Years Assistant, you will work as part of a team to look after babies and children up to the age of 5. You will have adventures with our children through interactive play, activities, reading, and encouraging their 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 develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults
  

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!

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