Early Years Assistant in Colchester

Position

Nursery – Bright Horizons City Child Day Nursery and Preschool - Early Years Assistant

Salary & Location

From £29,432 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience).
Location: Barbican, London.

Overview

We are seeking an Early Years Assistant to support babies and children up to five years old in a purpose‑built nursery with four thoughtfully designed rooms and a spacious outdoor garden.

Benefits

• Childcare discount of 40% for the first child
• Enhanced parental leave
• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure
• Option to purchase additional leave (subject to T&Cs)
• Pension scheme
• 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 a careers coach
• Shift options: 40 hours per week over 4 or 5 days

Responsibilities

• Look after babies and children up to age five in a caring, engaging environment
• Provide interactive play, activities, reading and support children's development toward key milestones
• Support colleagues and collaborate with them to meet each child’s educational needs

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience working with children is ideal but not essential (e.g., 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 children and adults

Safeguarding & Employer Commitment

The 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. Reasonable adjustments will be considered.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your application to europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com. If you experience any problems, we will be happy to help.