Early Years Assistant P/T - Mornings

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery in London is seeking an Early Years Assistant to support children in their early development through engaging and interactive activities. Ideal candidates will have a passion for early childhood education and the ability to build strong relationships with children and families. This role offers a supportive environment within a well-rated nursery that values teamwork and excellence.

Benefits

40% discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

Pension

Access to financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme

Qualifications

• Experience with children ideal but not essential in roles like Nursery Assistant or similar.
• Passionate about making learning fun for children.
• Ability to develop trust with colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities

• Look after children up to 5 years old and support their development.
• Facilitate interactive play and activities.
• Encourage children's curiosity and key milestones.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Engagement

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Crouch End Fields Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – Starting from £28,184 per annum (Full-time equivalent - Pro-rata)(dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Crouch End, London

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’re looking for an Early Years Assistant to join our Crouch End Fields Day Nursery. The Nursery is situated on the grounds of Hornsey Cricket Club, close to Crouch End station and Highgate tube. This role is Mon-Fri, working 7:15am-9:30am.

The 88 place nursery is Ofsted rated 'Good' and offers a full refurbishment, two gardens and an off road car park. They hold exhibitions, concerts and shows throughout the year, alongside having Ballet, Spanish, Street Dance and Zumba lessons weekly!!

Our Benefits

• Childcare discount of 40% for first child*
• Enhanced parental leave
• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*
• Pension
• Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more
• Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach

*Subject to T&Cs

The Role

As 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 for

• 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

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.

If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today!

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you experience any problems, please [e-mail] we will be happy to help.