Early Years Assistant

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Milton; On-site; GBP 25,178 - 30,773; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bankHol & a

Pension

Virtual GP & wellbeing benefits

Career development access

Job summary

Bright Horizons Milton Park Day Nursery is recruiting an Early Years Assistant to join the team in Abingdon, Oxfordshire. You will help care for babies and young children up to five years old, facilitating engaging activities, literacy and play, while supporting colleagues and parents in daily routines.

The role suits those with a passion for early years education; DBS checks are standard. The nursery offers a range of benefits and development opportunities within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a nursery or similar setting is beneficial.
• Strong communication with colleagues and parents.
• Ability to support a team and contribute to child development.

Responsibilities

• Support babies and children up to age 5 through play and learning activities.
• Assist with routines and care as part of a team.
• Engage children in interactive activities, reading, and exploration.
• Collaborate with staff to monitor development and milestones.

Skills

Nursery experience

Communication

Teamwork

Child development

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Milton Park Day Nursery

Salary – £27,976 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Hours – 40 Hours Per Week | Mon-Fri | Permanent

Location – Abingdon, Oxfordshire

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 an Early Years Assistant to join our Milton Park Day Nursery!

Our Bright Horizons Milton Park Day Nursery and Preschool is Ofsted rated 'Good' , has good transport links, and onsite parking. The nursery has 148 places and is purpose built, so boasts spacious rooms and has a large garden area with climbing equipment, cycling space, sensory stations and a dedicated baby garden which the children use is all weathers!

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 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 email [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.