Part-Time Early Years Assistant — 11am–3pm, Inspiring Play

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; Barley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

Annual leave 20 days

Bank holidays

Pension

Wellbeing support

Career development access

Job summary

Bright Horizons Sawbridgeworth Day Nursery and Preschool in Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, is looking for an Early Years Assistant to join a caring team. You will look after babies and children up to age 5, engaging them in interactive play, reading, and activities to support their development and milestones.

The role is part-time, Monday to Friday, 11:00–15:00, with a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development within a HEART-driven culture.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

Bright Horizons Sawbridgeworth Day Nursery and Preschool in Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, is looking for an Early Years Assistant to join a caring team. You will look after babies and children up to age 5, engaging them in interactive play, reading, and activities to support their development and milestones.

The role is part-time, Monday to Friday, 11:00–15:00, with a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development within a HEART-driven culture.