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Nursery: Bright Horizons Fulbourn Day Nursery and Preschool
Salary: £26,698 per annum
Location: Cambridge
We are looking for a full-time, passionate Early Years Assistant to join our Bright Horizons Fulbourn Nursery.
Bright Horizons Fulbourn Nursery is Ofsted rated “Outstanding” and is situated on the Capital Park, CB21 5XG. The nursery offers on-site parking, local shopping amenities, and regular bus routes in and out of Cambridge. It is a purpose-built building with an enclosed meadow.
What we can offer you
Our benefits include, but are not limited to:
* Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews
* Discounted childcare of 40% for the first child (T&Cs apply)
* Up to 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), with the option to buy additional days
* Smart Health access, including 24/7 Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes, and mental health support
* Financial support through early access to wages, low-interest debt consolidation loans, and discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities, and days out
* Development programmes tailored to your career stage, with opportunities across our nurseries
* Access to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you for a Room Leader position
* Employee appreciation events, including annual Awards of Excellence galas
* Flexible working arrangements available
Why Bright Horizons?
We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you’d be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We have been voted a Great Place to Work every year since 2006, and have achieved recognitions for Wellbeing and Women’s inclusion.
Since 2005, the Bright Horizons Foundation for Children has supported thousands of children and families in crisis across nearly 100 locations. Each colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day annually!
What you’ll be doing
* Working as part of a nursery team caring for babies and children up to age 5.
* Engaging in daily interactive play, activities, reading, and fostering curiosity through our learning curriculum.
* Communicating daily with parents about their child's activities.
* Providing a caring environment where children feel safe and supported.
* Supporting colleagues in helping children reach developmental milestones.
* Ensuring child welfare, protection, health, safety, and safeguarding protocols are followed.
What we’re looking for
* Previous experience working with children is preferred but not essential — roles include Nursery Bank Staff, Nursery Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, Nanny, Childminder, or similar.
* A passion for making learning fun and engaging.
* Ability to build trust and strong relationships with colleagues and parents.
* Effective communication skills with children and adults.
* Understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures.
We look forward to receiving your application!
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