Early Years Assistant - Unqualified

Happy Days Nurseries; Hedge End; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Card (Fully funded)

Life Assurance

Christmas On Us - up to 4 gifted days

SPARK APP health & wellbeing services

Structured training & career progress

Job summary

Happy Days Nurseries in Boorley Green invites applications for an Early Years Assistant. You will support children’s learning and development, following EYFS guidelines to provide high-quality care in a nurturing environment.

Join a team focused on safeguarding and professional growth, with opportunities for structured training and progression into nursery management roles.

Qualifications

• Experience or understanding of early years education frameworks.
• Ability to contribute to high-quality teaching and care under EYFS guidance.
• Commitment to safeguarding, health and safety standards in day-to-day care.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing exceptional early years education and care.
• Support each child’s development and learning journey.
• Implement and follow EYFS framework to ensure quality teaching.
• Meet daily needs of every child with compassion and professionalism.
• Deliver stimulating activities promoting holistic development.
• Build strong relationships with colleagues, parents and carers.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Child development

Communication

Team collaboration

Job description

We're looking for Early Years Assistants committed to supporting children's growth and learning, to join our Happy Days Nursery team at Boorley Green.

As an Early Years Assistant you will play a vital role in helping us inspire the future for our children, by offering them the very best care and education, and supporting them in becoming strong, confident learners.

About the role:

As an Early Years Assistant, you will:

• Assist in providing exceptional early years education, supporting each child’s development and learning journey.
• Confidently implement and follow frameworks such as the EYFS to ensure high-quality teaching and care.
• Meet the daily needs of every child with compassion, attentiveness, and professionalism.
• Deliver stimulating activities that enrich learning and promote holistic development.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with colleagues, parents, and carers through open and effective communication.
• Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding, health, and safety in every interaction and environment.
• Actively contribute to team meetings, sharing ideas and insights to positively shape the future of the children in our care.

About you:

We're looking for Early Years Assistants who:

• Continually strive to work together to deliver the very best care and education for our children
• Communicate confidently, professionally and work collaboratively
• Work in a way that is inclusive and creates a supportive, respectful environment
• Is reflective and committed to professional growth

Rewarding careers:

We're committed to nurturing talent and supporting career progression into nursery management roles. Through tailored development plans, mentoring from experienced leaders, and access to accredited training programmes, we empower our team members to grow their leadership skills and take the next step in their careers.

We welcome applicants from under-represented groups including men and offer a competitive range of benefits that aren't just perks—they are part of a culture that puts people first. They support us build a workplace where you're empowered to thrive every day and where you'll feel valued.

What's in it for you:

• Salary of up to £26,436.80,per annum (based on 40 hours per week)
• Fully funded Blue Light Card Membership
• Life Assurance
• Christmas On Us - up to 4 gifted days off during Christmas closedown
• An extensive range of Health and Wellbeing services through the SPARK APP
• Structured training, mentoring, and a clear career progression pathway all of which will support your CPD

Safeguarding commitment:

Happy Days Nurseries are committed to the safety and wellbeing of the children in our care. All successful candidates will undergo the required vetting process.