Early Years Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Kenilworth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery in Kenilworth is seeking a full-time Early Years Assistant to support children's development through engaging activities. Join a supportive environment that values honesty, excellence, and teamwork, making a real difference in children's lives.

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

Qualifications

• Experience with children preferred but not essential.
• Ability to develop trust with colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities

• Look after babies and children up to the age of 5.
• Engage children through interactive play and activities.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Child Development

Job description

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Nursery – Bright Horizons Kenilworth Day Nursery

Salary – Starting from £26,416 per annum/ £12.70 per hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Kenilworth, CV8 1BW

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 time early years assistant to join our Bright Horizons Kenilworth Day Nursery and Preschool, , situated in the beautiful castle town of Kenilworth -commutable from Coventry, Warwick, Leamington Spa and the West Midlands.

This nursery is proudly rated 'Good' by Ofsted and offers a full refurbished environment, extensive outdoor area and a designated sensory corners, imagination stations and cosy reading corners.

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

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!