Early Years Assistant

MP Training and Recruitment; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to nurturing the next generation as an Early Years Assistant. This role offers the unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment, where you will engage with children through play and activities, fostering their curiosity and development. With flexible working options and a commitment to your professional growth, this position is perfect for those passionate about early childhood education. Be part of a team that values honesty, excellence, accountability, respect, and teamwork, making a real difference in the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 40% for the first child

Enhanced parental leave

Pension scheme

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Access to professional development programme

Flexible shift options

Qualifications

• Previous experience with children preferred but not essential.
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging.

Responsibilities

• Care for babies and children up to age 5.
• Engage in interactive play and activities to support development.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Flexibility

Adaptability

Experience working with children

Education

Early Years Education qualification

Job description

Nursery: Bright Horizons Southborough Woodlands Preschool

Location: Tunbridge Wells, Kent

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 seeking an Early Years Assistant to join Bright Horizons Southborough Woodlands Preschool, located in Southborough near Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells, with good transport links. The preschool offers a 66-place setting for children aged 2 to 5 years, situated on the edge of Southborough Woods next to St Peters Church, with ample parking. Housed in an old schoolhouse, it features three large rooms and a spacious garden. The team has over 100 years of collective early years experience and is rated 'Good' by Ofsted.

• Childcare discount of 40% for the first child*
• Enhanced parental leave
• Pension scheme
• Financial and wellbeing benefits, including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more
• Access to a professional development programme at all career stages, including a careers coach
• Shift options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days, 24 hours over 3 days, or 16 hours over 2 days

*Subject to T&Cs

The Role

Working as part of our Bright Flex / Bank team, you can enjoy the flexibility of bank/agency work combined with the security and benefits of being an employee—offering the best of both worlds!

In this role, you will work with a team to care for babies and children up to age 5. You will engage in interactive play, reading, and activities to stimulate curiosity and support each child's development towards key milestones.

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience working with children is preferred but not essential—possible backgrounds include Nursery Bank Staff, Nursery Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, Nanny, Childminder, or similar
• A passion for making learning fun and engaging
• Effective communication skills with children and adults
• Flexibility and adaptability

We are an inclusive employer welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and ages. We will consider reasonable adjustments. Please note, all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

If you want to make a difference with a company recognized as a Great Place to Work annually since 2006, apply today!

We look forward to your application! If you encounter any issues, please email [e-mail] for assistance.

About Us

At Bright Horizons, our culture is rooted in our commitment to Keeping Everyone Safe and delivering world-class care and education through a talented workforce. We believe in unlocking our people’s potential and creating an environment where they can thrive and achieve what they thought impossible.

Bright Horizons has been recognized as a Great Place to Work for 13 consecutive years. We are passionate about our people’s continuous learning and development, supported by our learning and leading with HEART framework, which guides our leadership journey and ongoing training programs. We value and celebrate our staff’s accomplishments through various initiatives, including our annual 'Awards of Excellence' and employee appreciation activities.

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