Early Years Assistant

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Chandler's Ford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount 40%

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Career development access

Job summary

Bright Horizons Chandlers Ford Nursery is seeking a part-time Lunch Cover Early Years Assistant to join our Chandlers Ford site. The role covers lunch times (11am–3pm or 9am–2:30pm), helping care for children up to age 5 and supporting the team with activities and development.

The Nursery is Ofsted Good and offers a competitive benefits package, including 40% childcare discount for the first child, enhanced parental leave, 20 days plus bank holidays, pension, wellbeing options, and career

Qualifications

• Experience with children is preferred but not essential.
• Ability to engage children in play and learning activities.
• Strong communication with colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities

• Assist with care for babies and children up to age 5.
• Support staff with daily routines and activities.
• Contribute to a safe, welcoming nursery environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Childcare passion

Communication

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Chandlers Ford Nursery

Salary – From £12.75ph

Location – Chandlers Ford

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 part time lunch cover (11am until 3pm or 9 to 2:30pm) Early Years Assistant to join our Chandlers Ford nursery. Our Bright Horizons Chandlers Ford Nursery is Ofsted rated Good. The staff take every opportunity to go on walks in the countryside that surround the nursery. Exploring the woods and seeing the lakes and nearby horses are all regular experiences at our nursery in Chandlers Ford.

Our Benefits

• 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
• 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

Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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

Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We'll consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants.