At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide fun learning and care for children in a supportive nursery environment.
- Company: Family-run nursery with a strong focus on child development and staff wellbeing.
- Benefits: 31 days holiday, training opportunities, and staff discounts.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with excellent career growth and wellbeing support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying a fun and rewarding career.
- Qualifications: A love for children, good communication skills, and a sense of humour.
The predicted salary is between 28225 - 29120 £ per year.
We are seeking fun, kind, and caring Early Years Assistants with a genuine passion for Early Years to join our lovely nursery. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!
We are based in Croydon, Greater London and are a family-run Nursery that has been providing innovative childcare since 1995. At Kinderland Day Nursery, we provide an environment where children are happy, stimulated, safe, and healthy - our vision is: "We are kind, We value our feelings, We have fun, We learn together, We are growing, and We are all important!" We have a lovely building and fantastic resources but truly believe that our staff are the best resource and make the biggest difference in our children's lives!
As an Early Years Assistant, your main duties and responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:
- Providing fun learning and care for the children
- Following the Nursery vision and curriculum to give children the best possible start in life
- Developing and maintaining professional relationships with parents and carers
- Supporting children with their individual personal hygiene needs
- Providing effective and regular feedback to parents on their child’s day, personal development, and any other relevant information
- Ensuring a bright and stimulating attractive room with colourful appropriate activities and displays showing children’s work
- Assisting with care, maintenance, and security of all equipment and toys within the nursery
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in childcare or even a complete career change, then this is the perfect opportunity for you. To be considered for the Early Years Assistant role, you must have a love of children and a genuine warmth towards them! We would be keen for you to be interested in advancement in childcare.
In addition, you must possess the following key skills and experience:
- Good communication skills
- Desire to help children develop and grow to achieve their full potential
- Sense of humour
- Enthusiasm and patience
- An attentive and compassionate nature
- A BIG smile!
Schedule: Day shift, Monday to Friday.
Our nursery is situated in Croydon, with convenient transport links to East Croydon Station and South Croydon Station. The nearest tram stop is George Street Tram stop. We are also conveniently located for many bus routes.
At Kinderland Day Nursery Ltd, we work with children, parents, external agencies, and the community to ensure the welfare and safety of children and to give them the very best start in life. Children have the right to be treated with respect, be helped to thrive, and to be safe from any abuse in whatever form. We support the children within our care, protect them from maltreatment, and have robust procedures in place to prevent the impairment of children’s health and development. In our setting, we strive to protect children from the risk of radicalisation, and we promote acceptance and tolerance of other beliefs and cultures.
All applicants should be aware that a huge part of the role is ensuring children are continuously safeguarded from any harm. Any job offers will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, thorough referencing, an induction programme, and a 3 months’ probation period. All successful candidates will be given lots of training upon starting their role.
Employment is dependent upon obtaining a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Certificate from the Disclosure & Barring Service.
Early Years Assistant employer: Kinderland
At Kinderland Central Croydon, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a nurturing and dynamic work environment for our Early Years Teachers. With a strong emphasis on professional development, competitive salary reviews, and unique benefits like a 50% discount on childcare fees, we ensure our team feels valued and supported. Located in vibrant South Croydon, our setting offers easy access to transport links and the opportunity to engage in exciting community activities, making it a truly rewarding place to grow your career while inspiring young minds.
