At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with children through play and activities, supporting their development.
- Company: Bright Horizons, a nurturing nursery rated 'Good' by Ofsted.
- Benefits: 40% childcare discount, enhanced leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team in a great workplace culture focused on growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while having fun at work.
- Qualifications: Experience with children is a plus, but passion is key!
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 29000 £ per year.
Nursery – Bright Horizons Bury St Edmunds Day Nursery and Preschool
Salary – Starting from £26,662.20 per annum
Location – Bury St Edmunds
We operate with HEART principles — Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork. You can be yourself, feel supported, and help make a difference to the next generation. The Bright Horizons Bury St Edmunds Nursery is rated "Good" by Ofsted, located in a quiet residential area with access to the A14 and nearby bus links. On-site parking is available for your convenience.
Benefits
- Childcare discount of 40% for the first child
- Enhanced parental leave
- 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure
- Ability to purchase additional leave
- Pension
- Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments and early access to wages
- Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach
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 engage in interactive play, activities, reading, and encouraging their curious minds while supporting colleagues with each child’s development toward their key milestones.
What we’re looking for
- Experience working with children is 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
Safeguarding and equality
Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practices and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants.
Company and culture
Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years. Our HEART values and principles underpin our ethos and culture, supporting professionalism, growth and diversity. We are committed to ongoing learning and development through our learning and leading with HEART framework and the World-Class Welcome induction and training programmes. We want you to feel valued and invested.
Acknowledgements
Celebrating achievements is part of our culture. We value gratitude and have programs like a company-wide employee appreciation month and Awards of Excellence events.
By applying you acknowledge that Bright Horizons will collect, store and process your personal data in respect of your application and employment in accordance with our Employee Privacy Notice.
Contact Details:
MP Training and Recruitment Recruitment Team
