Early Years Assistant - Playhouse Nursery and Pre-School - Full Time

London Early Years Foundation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in the UK seeks an Early Years Assistant to support the nursery team in caring for children and supervising activities. This role emphasizes nurturing a safe, engaging atmosphere for young children. Ideal candidates should possess strong work ethics and a genuine love for working with children. The position offers full-time hours, generous benefits including childcare discounts, and extensive training opportunities, making it a great career starter or change for those passionate about early years education.

Benefits

Generous pension contribution

70% discount on childcare fees

Up to 35 days off a year

Sector-leading parental leave

Access to well-being app and shopping discounts

Qualifications

• The right to work in the UK.
• Ability to work all year round.
• No specific entry qualifications necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support the nursery team in supervising activities.
• Care for children and keep them safe and happy.
• Participate in activities such as trips and baking sessions.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Ability to safeguard and protect children

Positive, reliable and friendly

Job description

Early Years Assistant – Full Time – Lewisham, SE14 – £25,396 per annum + amazing benefits

If you love children, this could be the job for you

“When I come back from holiday, the children's faces light up.” – Bobbi‑Jo, former Apprentice

We're the London Early Years Foundation, or LEYF Nurseries for short; a family of 40 nurseries. Our people love working for us because we focus on the child and their family and give them the best start in life.

LEYF is known for quality teachers – we give you strong in‑house training and access to promotion. Our nurseries feel independent and community focused, and teams take care of each other.

What's in it for you?

• Lots of training, promotions and a good salary for the sector
• Generous pension at 7% from us (1% from you)
• 70% discount on childcare fees
• Up to 35 days off a year, including 8 bank holidays, 3 days off between Christmas and New Year, and your birthday (pro‑rated for part‑time hours)
• Sector‑leading parental leave
• Many other benefits that take care of you, including access to the well‑being app, shopping discounts, annual conference and money for team celebrations

A bit about the role

“I like the teamwork here. They've given me a lot of skills to help develop my career.” – Estefania, Early Years Assistant

If you're a natural with children and want to find out if childcare is for you, this could be a great next step.

You’ll support the nursery team in supervising fun activities, caring for the children and keeping them safe and happy.

As part of the team, you might take the children on a train to the Science Museum, hop on a bus to make friends at a nearby LEYF nursery, or join in baking sessions with the children and your nursery chef.

While entry qualifications aren't necessary, if you want to learn more, we can help you get the training you need. Whether this is your first step into work or you’re looking for a career change, age is no barrier.

You will need:

• The right to work in the UK
• To be able to work all year round
• A strong work ethic
• An ability to safeguard and protect children
• To be positive, reliable and friendly

About the nursery

Rated Good by Ofsted, Playhouse Nursery and Pre‑School provides Early Years education and care to children from birth to 5 years old. You can find us in Fordham Park, close to New Cross and New Cross Gate stations. We’re a spacious, modern nursery with separate rooms and gardens for different age groups.

Apply now

Contact us today, our friendly recruiters are waiting to hear from you.