Early Years Assistant - Nurture Curious Minds & Growth

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Coulsdon; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Voice to choose additional leave

Pension

24/7 virtual GP + early wage access

Professional development programme

40 hours over 4 or 5 days

Subject to T&Cs

Job summary

Bright Horizons Coulsdon Day Nursery and Preschool in Coulsdon, London, is seeking an Early Years Assistant to join a friendly team looking after babies and children up to 5 years old.

You will help children learn through interactive play, reading and activities, support colleagues, and contribute to a caring environment. Experience is welcome but not essential; DBS checks apply and benefits include salary from £29,432, 40% childcare discount, enhanced parental leave, and 20 days plus holidays.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children ideal but not essential – Nursery Bank Staff, Nursery Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, Nanny, Childminder or similar
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child
• Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults

Responsibilities

• Look after babies and children up to age 5 as part of a team
• Support children's development towards key milestones through play, reading and activities

Skills

Teamwork

Child development understanding

Communication with children and adults

Job description

Bright Horizons Coulsdon Day Nursery and Preschool in Coulsdon, London, is seeking an Early Years Assistant to join a friendly team looking after babies and children up to 5 years old.

You will help children learn through interactive play, reading and activities, support colleagues, and contribute to a caring environment. Experience is welcome but not essential; DBS checks apply and benefits include salary from £29,432, 40% childcare discount, enhanced parental leave, and 20 days plus holidays.