Early Years Assistant

The Midcounties Co-Operative; West of England; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discounts

Childcare discount

Food discount

Holiday discount

Annual leave

Job summary

The Midcounties Co-Operative is looking for an Early Years Assistant to help deliver high-quality care in our Little Pioneers nurseries. You don’t need formal qualifications to start, and we offer roles to match your availability, including full-time, part-time and flexible hours.

You will support key children’s learning, spark curiosity through play, and join a passionate team dedicated to early years education and safeguarding. Training and development are provided.

Qualifications

• An Enhanced DBS check is required.
• Candidate should be open, honest and compassionate.
• Understanding of safeguarding and EYFS frameworks is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of high-quality care and early education.
• Assist in developing learning through play and daily routines.
• Collaborate with the team to achieve outstanding outcomes for children.

Skills

DBS Check

Compassionate

EYFS understanding

Job description

About the role:

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

Download our full Job Description for more information about the role

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!