Early Years Assistant

MP Training and Recruitment; Southampton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount 40%

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus holidays

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Bright Horizons Hedge End Day Nursery and Pre School is looking for an Early Years Assistant to join our Hedge End nursery. You will care for babies and children up to five years old through interactive play, reading, and activities, supporting their development toward key milestones.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including childcare discounts, enhanced parental leave, generous annual leave and pension, wellbeing support, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children ideal but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Look after babies and children up to age 5 through interactive play and activities.
• Support children's development toward key milestones.
• Work as part of a team with colleagues and parents.

Skills

Experience with children

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Hedge End Day Nursery and Pre SchoolSalary – £26,662.20 to £27,086.20 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)Location – Hedge End, HampshireAre 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 Hedge End nursery.Our BenefitsChildcare discount of 40% for first childEnhanced parental leave20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*PensionFinancial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and moreProfessional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coachShift options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days, 24 hours over 3 days, or 16 hours over 2 daysSubject to T&CsThe RoleAs 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 forPrevious experience working with children ideal but not essential – Nursery Bank Staff, Nursery Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, Nanny, Childminder or similarPassion for making learning fun and engaging for each childAbility to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parentsAbility to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adultsBright 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.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!