Early Years Lunchtime Assistant

Bright Horizons UK; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider is seeking an Early Years Lunchtime Assistant in Haywards Heath. In this role, you will care for children up to 5 years, encouraging learning through fun activities. Ideal candidates have experience in childcare or a passion for education. The position offers 20 hours a week with a competitive hourly wage. Join a supportive team and make a difference in children's lives!

Benefits

40% childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension plan

Virtual GP appointments and other wellbeing benefits

Professional development access

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare roles welcome, such as Nursery Assistant or Nanny.
• Passion for engaging children in learning.
• Ability to build relationships with colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities

• Look after babies and children up to 5 years old.
• Support children’s development through interactive play and activities.

Skills

Previous experience with children

Passion for learning

Strong communication skills

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Rose Cottage Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – £12.21 - £12.44 per hour (dependent on qualification/s and experience) 20 hours a week

Location – Haywards Heath

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 Lunchtime Assistant to join our Bright Horizons Rose Cottage Day Nursery and Preschool, located on the outskirts of Haywards Heath making it a slightly more rural setting.

This nursery offers a large outside area, including a woodland area with animals – goats, chickens, ducks and guinea pigs. There’s also onsite parking and it’s conveniently close to the M23.

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.