At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children’s learning and development in a nurturing nursery environment.
- Company: Join Kindred, a family-focused nursery group dedicated to children's growth.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, structured hours, and a supportive culture.
- Other info: Opportunities for career development and a welcoming team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Passion for childcare and excellent communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 25704 - 31416 £ per year.
Join the Kindred Family - A Place to Grow, Thrive and Make a Difference. At Kindred, we're passionate about giving children the very best start in life while creating a workplace where our people feel valued, supported and inspired. Are you looking to start your career in early years or take your first step into childcare? Join Kindred as an Early Years Assistant and help create a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment where children can learn, play and thrive every day.
What You'll Be Doing
- Support the nursery team to provide a warm, welcoming and home-from-home environment for every child.
- Help create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment where children can learn through play.
- Assist in delivering engaging activities that encourage children's curiosity, creativity and development.
- Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
- Support children's daily routines, helping them feel happy, safe and secure.
- Maintain a clean, organised and welcoming nursery environment.
- Observe and celebrate children's achievements, supporting their learning and development.
- Follow Kindred's policies and procedures, promoting safeguarding, health and safety at all times.
- Attend staff meetings, training sessions and nursery events.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide outstanding care and education.
What You'll Need
Essential:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A positive, caring and enthusiastic approach.
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
- A willingness to learn and develop within an Early Years environment.
- A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
Desirable:
- Previous experience working with children.
- Experience within an Early Years or childcare setting.
- Paediatric First Aid Certificate.
- Food Hygiene Certificate.
Why You'll Love Working at Kindred
- Supportive Culture: Built on strong relationships, teamwork and a genuine sense of belonging.
- Career Development: Whether you're starting your career or looking to progress, we'll support your learning and development every step of the way.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy structured working hours and a supportive working environment.
- Competitive Pay & Benefits: Competitive salaries, regularly benchmarked, alongside a generous benefits package.
- Award-Winning Family: Join a company that values recognition, personal growth and team success.
What Happens Next?
Our recruitment process may include: Initial video interview, face-to-face interview, including a stay-and-play session (where applicable), safer recruitment checks, including references, an enhanced DBS check and qualification verification.
Ready to Start Your Kindred Journey? Click Apply to submit your application. We review applications as they're received and aim to respond within 2-5 working days. We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to the Kindred family.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding: Kindred is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, references and qualification verification, in line with our safeguarding policy.
Nursery Assistant - Cambridge employer: Kindred Nurseries
At Kindred, we pride ourselves on being more than just a nursery group; we are a family that fosters a supportive culture and prioritises employee growth. As a Bank Team Member in Bournemouth, you'll enjoy flexible working hours, competitive pay, and access to structured training and career development opportunities, all while making a meaningful impact on children's lives. Join us to experience a rewarding work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.
