Early Years Assistant Full Time

MP Training and Recruitment; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension

Wellbeing benefits (virtual GP)

Job summary

Join a welcoming, inclusive employer committed to safeguarding and staff wellbeing. The role offers a starting salary from £29,432 per annum and typical Monday–Friday hours, with benefits including childcare discounts and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience with children is ideal but not required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and adults.
• Willingness to participate in safeguarding checks.

Responsibilities

• Look after babies and children up to age 5 as part of a team.
• Engage in interactive play, reading and activities to support development.
• Work with colleagues and parents to build trust and support milestones.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Cambridge Milton Road Day Nursery and PreschoolSalary – From £29,432.00 per annumLocation – CambridgeHours- Monday-Friday, 8 hour shiftsAre 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 Cambridge Milton Road Nursery. Enjoy a serene staff room perfect for unwinding during breaks, indulge in a delicious breakfast provided daily, and refresh with our thoughtfully stocked care baskets in the bathrooms. At Bright Horizons, we care for you as much as you care for the little ones!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 coach*Subject 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!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!