Early Years Assistant - Unqualified

Happy Days Nurseries; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay up to £12.71

Pension & Life Assurance

Blue Light Card Membership

20 days annual leave

DBS Update Service

Digital GP 24/7

Health & wellbeing support

Job summary

Happy Days Nurseries in Portsmouth is hiring an Early Years Assistant to support children's growth and learning at Teddy Bears Nursery School. You will help deliver high-quality early years education, follow EYFS frameworks, and build warm, professional relationships with children and families.

We offer a competitive hourly rate, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive, people-first culture.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting early years education and development.
• Able to implement EYFS frameworks in daily routine.
• Empathetic, collaborative and professional in all interactions.
• Committed to safeguarding and health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering high-quality early years education.
• Support children's development and learning journey.
• Follow EYFS guidance and ensure safe practice.
• Engage with parents and carers through effective communication.
• Contribute to team meetings and continuous improvement.

Job description

We'relooking for Early Years Assistants committed to supporting children's growth and learning, to join our Happy Days Nursery team at Teddy Bears Nursery School in Portsmouth.

As an Early YearsAssistantyou will play a vital role in helping us inspire the future for our children, by offering them thevery bestcare and education, and supporting them in becoming strong, confident learners.

About the role:

As an Early Years Assistant, you will:

• Assistin providing exceptional early years education, supporting each child’sdevelopmentand 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'relooking for Early Years Assistants who:

• Continually strive to work together to deliver thevery bestcare 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

We'rebuilding a workplace where our colleagues thrive

We offer a range of meaningful benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional growth, and work-life balance. Our benefitsaren’tjustperks—they’repart of a culture that puts people first and we continue to build our range of benefits designed to support health,wellbeingand the odd treat here and there…these include:

• Hourly rate of up to £12.71
• Pension & Life Assurance*
• Funded Blue Light Card Membership
• In addition to20 days Annual Leave (plus Bank Holidays) ,up to anadditionalfour gifted days off during Christmas closedown
• Anadditionalday each year to celebrate something personal to you*
• Funded DBS Update Service
• Access to digital GP 24/7
• On demand counselling services
• Extensive Health and Wellbeing services through the SPARK APP
• Recognition and celebration for Long Service
• *Subject to eligibility criteria

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.