Join Our Team as Early Years Assistant – Inchbrook, Stroud
Various working patterns opportunities available including 11am-3pm Monday-Friday, or Zero hour contracts as and when you are free
Dean Close Little Trees is proud to be a trusted leader in high-quality nursery care and early childhood education across the region. We're now offering a fantastic opportunity for a caring and enthusiastic Early Years Assistant to join our friendly team at our well-established setting in Inchbrook, Stroud.
In this rewarding role, you'll support the team in creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for our children during the busy lunchtime and early afternoon period. From helping with mealtimes to setting up activities, you'll play a vital part in making every child's day happy and memorable.
What you'll enjoy:
* Discounted childcare to support your family
* Paycare health cash plan for your wellbeing
* Long Service bonus to reward your loyalty
* Additional holiday for well-earned rest
* Competitive salary – dependent on experience
* A supportive, welcoming environment where you'll be encouraged to grow and develop your skills
We'd love to hear from you if you're warm, friendly, and passionate about helping young children thrive.
What you'll need:
* A genuine passion for working with children
* Willingness to work as part of a team and follow instructions
* An understanding of safeguarding and commitment to children's wellbeing
* A Level 2 Early Years qualification (preferred, but not essential)
* Enhanced DBS certificate and satisfactory references (required before starting)
If you're looking for a part-time role where you can make a difference every day – we'd love to meet you
The Foundation
Dean Close Foundation is a growing, vibrant and diverse family of independent schools and nurseries, uniting around a shared vision and set of values. These spring from the origins of Dean Close School, which was founded in 1886 in memory of Dean Francis Close, Rector of Cheltenham and educational philanthropist. The Christian ethos of that original school continues today where the aim is that every child should be given the opportunities to flourish, underpinned by its core values of courage, contribution and love which are the guiding principles behind its educational vision. The Foundation currently has five schools and six nurseries within its group, creating a strong community that can share best practice, resources and a secure future.
Dean Close Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract
Pay: £9.00-£12.41 per hour
Expected hours: 1 – 20 per week
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Childcare
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person