Early Years Assistant Term Time

MP Training and Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 1,949,000 - 2,218,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave

Pension

Job summary

Bright Horizons Twickenham Meadway Day Nursery and Preschool is seeking an Early Years Assistant to join our team in Twickenham. The role involves looking after babies and children up to age 5, supporting their development through interactive play, reading, and activities in a supportive, inclusive environment.

We value a passion for making learning fun and engaging for every child and encourage the development of trust with colleagues and parents.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with children is ideal but not essential; roles include Nursery Assistant or similar.
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child.
• Ability to develop trust and partnerships with colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities

• Look after babies and children up to age 5 through interactive play and activities.
• Support colleagues in each child’s development toward key milestones.
• Encourage children's curiosity and reading.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication with children

Teamwork

Job description

Nursery: Bright Horizons Twickenham Meadway Day Nursery and PreschoolSalary: From £14.15phHours: Monday-Friday 2.30pm-6.30pmLocation: Twickenham TW2 6PYAre 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 Twickenham Meadway Day Nursery and Preschool. Our 83-place nursery is proudly Ofsted rated ‘Good’ and is set in a large open green area with Kneller Gardens and Crane Park on its doorstep, which makes it an ideal location for children to explore the outdoor natural environment! The nursery also features a specially designed adventure garden includes a role play cycle track, sand pit, shade sail, outdoor classroom, nature exploration garden and much more!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 adultsWe 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!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!