At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with children through play and activities, supporting their development.
- Company: Join Bright Horizons, a top-rated workplace dedicated to early years education.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, childcare discounts, and access to a gym.
- Other info: Flexible hours, supportive environment, and great career growth opportunities.
- 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 and enthusiasm are key.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 29000 £ per year.
Bright Horizons Little DISCoveries Day Nursery & Pre-School is looking for an Early Years Assistant to join our nursery located in the heart of Cambridge’s vibrant Biomedical Campus. The nursery offers early years professionals a modern, purpose-built setting within a brand-new amenities hub.
The nursery features spacious rooms tailored to different age groups, and staff benefit from access to on-site facilities including a café and gym—creating a truly supportive and balanced working environment. Commuting is easy, with excellent transport links to central Cambridge and surrounding areas.
Our Benefits
- £29,432.00 per annum FTE
- Childcare discount of 40% for first child*
- Enhanced parental leave
- 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*
- Pension
- Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more
- Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach
- Complimentary onsite Gym and Fitness classes
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 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.
What we’re looking for
- 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
Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice 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 to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.
If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today! We look forward to receiving your application!
If you experience any problems, please email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com and we will be happy to help.
Early Years Assistant | Working Hours 10:30 - 14:30 in Cambridge employer: MP Training and Recruitment
Bright Horizons Little DISCoveries Day Nursery & Pre-School is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and balanced work environment in the heart of Cambridge's vibrant Biomedical Campus. With access to modern facilities, generous benefits including a 40% childcare discount, enhanced parental leave, and a strong commitment to professional development, employees are empowered to grow their careers while making a meaningful impact on children's lives. Join a team that has been consistently recognised as a Great Place to Work since 2006, where your passion for early years education can truly flourish.
Contact Details:
MP Training and Recruitment Recruitment Team
