Early Years Assistant

MP Training and Recruitment; Guildford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare 40%

33 days holiday (plus buy extra)

Smart Health / Virtual GP access

Development programmes across network

Volunteer day

Job summary

Bright Horizons Guildford Boxgrove Day Nursery in Guildford, Surrey, is looking for a full-time Early Years Assistant to join our caring team. You will care for babies and children up to age five, taking part in daily adventures, interactive play, reading, and supporting their progress through our learning curriculum.

We offer an above-industry salary (£27,580–£28,017), up to 33 days holiday, 40% discounted childcare, Smart Health with Virtual GP, and a range of development programmes across our

Qualifications

• Experience with children ideal but not essential.
• Ability to engage children with interactive play and learning activities.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
• DBS check required pre-employment.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a nursery team looking after babies and children up to age five.
• Facilitate daily adventures with interactive play, reading and the learning curriculum.
• Communicate with parents about their child’s activities and progress.
• Support colleagues to promote child welfare, health, safety and safeguarding.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Safeguarding knowledge

Flexibility

Job description

Job DescriptionNursery: Bright Horizons Guildford Boxgrove Day Nursery and PreschoolSalary: £27,580 - £28,017 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)Location: Guildford, SurreyWe are looking for a full time, Early Years Assistant to join our Bright Horizons Guildford Boxgrove, situated in Boxgrove with nearby bus and train links.We are very close to the smaller train station and it is within walking distance of approx. 20 mins. Local buses that run frequently, close to A3. We have three baserooms all with their own newly refurbished gardens to free flow in and a separate garden to grow our own vegetables and have a muddy kitchen. we have a childrens kitchen, sensory room and art studio that are all in addition to the main baserooms.What we can offer youOur benefits include, but are not limited to;Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviewsDiscounted childcare of 40% for first childUp to 33 days holiday per year, with the option to buy additional daysSmart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health supportFinancial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans and a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities and days outDevelopment programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseriesAccess to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you to step into a Room Leader positionEmployee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’sHappy to Talk Flexible WorkingWhy Bright Horizons?We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you’d be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We’ve also been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006 - as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women.Did you know, Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005 supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations? Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year!What you’ll be doingWorking as part of a nursey team looking after babies and children up to the age of 5.Having daily adventures with our children through interactive play, activities, reading and helping them with their curious minds through the learning curriculumCommunicating with parents daily on their child’s activitiesProvide a caring and supporting environment where the children feel safe and looked afterSupporting colleagues encourage the children’s development towards key milestonesPromote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguardingWhat we’re looking forPrevious 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 childAbility to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parentsAbility to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adultsSound understanding of child protection and the safeguarding of childrenBright 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.Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. 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.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 will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants.Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years. Apply today!We look forward to receiving your application!