Nursery Assistant

4 weeks ago


Brentwood, Essex, United Kingdom Bright Horizons Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Bank Staff Member to join our team at Bright Horizons. As a Bank Staff Member, you will have the flexibility to work on a bank or locum basis, allowing you to choose when and how much you work.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support nursery colleagues in delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, engaging children in play and activities that promote their development and safety.
  • Work as part of a team to ensure all essential tasks are completed, maintaining high standards of hygiene and room preparation.
  • Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health, and safety, and safeguarding.
  • Contribute to maintaining a positive, happy, and safe environment for children and colleagues.

Requirements

  • Previous experience working with children is ideal, but not essential. Relevant experience includes nursery bank staff, nursery assistant, teaching assistant, nanny, childminder, or similar roles.
  • A passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child.
  • The ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults.
  • A sound understanding of child protection and the safeguarding of children.
  • The ability to be flexible and adaptable.

What We Offer

  • Above industry-standard salary, with annual salary reviews.
  • Discounted childcare of 40% for the first child (terms and conditions apply).
  • Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to virtual GP appointments, fitness programs, and mental health support.
  • A huge variety of discounts across high street brands, utilities, and days out.
  • Access to a development program for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries.
  • Employee appreciation throughout the year, including our annual Awards of Excellence gala.

Why Bright Horizons?

We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you would be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We have been voted a Great Place to Work every year since 2006 and have achieved Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women. Our Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005, supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations. Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year.


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