Early Years Assistant

Co-op Childcare; Wantage; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discounts

Annual leave 30+ days

Wellbeing programmes

Training and development programmes

Family leave

Job summary

Co-op Childcare is seeking an Early Years Assistant to support learning in our Little Pioneers nurseries. You don’t need formal qualifications to join and we provide training to help you grow your career in early years.

As part of a friendly team, you’ll focus on safeguarding, EYFS practices, and creating engaging play experiences for children. A DBS check is required and funded by us, with flexible hours and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check is required and we’ll cover the costs.
• Open, honest and compassionate disposition.
• Inspiring and passionate about Early Years and working with children.
• Understanding of safeguarding and EYFS principles.

Responsibilities

• Work in the room to achieve outstanding results for children.
• Support education and development of key children through play.
• Deliver high-quality care and early education with enthusiasm.

Skills

DBS check

Compassionate

EYFS understanding

Open and honest

Job description

As an Early Years Assistant, the learning never stops. That’s why we give you the opportunities to learn and develop the skills you need to build your career in our Little Pioneers nurseries. You don’t need to be qualified to help us deliver our vision of being the leading Early Years provider.

Whether you’re looking for full time, part time or flexible hours we have positions to suit your work life balance.

What will the role involve?

• As an Early Years Assistant, you will work in unity to achieve all-round outstanding results in the room, and for children.
• You will support the education and development of your key children, providing opportunities for learning through exciting play that sparks curiosity.
• As a key part of the team, you will be committed to delivering high-quality care and early education, bringing buckets of passion and enthusiasm

Who are we looking for?

• An Enhanced DBS check (we’ll cover the costs!)
• Someone who is open, honest and compassionate
• Inspiring and passionate about Early Years and working with children
• An understanding of safeguarding and EYFS

What can we offer you?

• Employee Discounts – Save up to 60% off Childcare, 20% off your Food Shop and 15% off your next Holiday
• 30 Days Annual Leave - Rising with service up to a maximum of 37 days
• Health and Wellbeing Programmes – Benefit from our Stream App and our partnership with Grocery Aid for financial and mental health support
• Full Training and Accredited Development Plans
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Family leave and more!