Permanent | 38 hours across four days | Same day off every week
Less than five minutes' walk from Brentwood Station
Looking for somewhere you can make a difference?
At Leaping Lilies Day Nursery, we're looking for a talented Nursery Assistants to join our team.
We have a great mixture of established educators and newer team members, and we're looking for a candidate who can bring their own ideas and strengths to the nursery.
Because we don't just want you to come to work.
We want you to help us keep getting better.
Four days at work. Three days away from work. Every week.
We believe you should be able to build a rewarding career in early years while still having time for life outside of work.
Our full time educators work 38 hours across four days, with the same day off every week.
That means a predictable working pattern, a consistent day off and three days away from work each week.
A team you can contribute to
At Leaping Lilies, you'll be joining a team made up of people with different levels of experience, different strengths and different ideas.
Some of our educators have been with us for a number of years. Others are newer to the team.
What matters is what everyone brings to it.
We want a candidate who cares about standards, are open to developing and want to make a positive contribution to the nursery around them.
Great educators make great nurseries
We believe quality in early years is created through what happens every day.
It's in the relationships you build with children.
It's in the environments you create.
It's in knowing your children and understanding what they need next.
It's in the conversations you have with families.
We want people at Leaping Lilies who understand that their contribution matters and who take pride in providing children with an excellent early years experience.
Build your career with us
You'll be supported through a comprehensive induction programme, ongoing CPD and opportunities for professional development and progression.
We want to recognise potential and help our educators build their knowledge, confidence and responsibilities over time.
Less than five minutes from Brentwood Station
Getting to work matters too.
Leaping Lilies is conveniently located less than a five minute walk from Brentwood Station, making the nursery easily accessible for educators travelling by train and other public transport.
For anyone commuting into Brentwood, our location makes getting to and from work straightforward.
What we offer
Four day working week
Work your 38 contracted hours across four days, giving you three days away from work each week.
Same day off every week
Your day off remains consistent, giving you a predictable weekly routine.
Professional progression
Opportunities to develop your knowledge, skills and responsibilities and progress your career within our nursery group.
Ongoing CPD
Continued professional learning and development throughout your career with us.
Comprehensive induction programme
A structured introduction to Leaping Lilies, our approach, expectations and ways of working.
First Aid qualification
Training provided to support your professional responsibilities.
Excellent transport links
Less than five minutes' walk from Brentwood Station.
Health and wellbeing programme
Supporting the wellbeing of the people who care for and educate our children.
Company pension
Workplace pension scheme.
Referral programme
Employee referral programme.
Uniform provided
Uniform provided as part of your role.
Well resourced environments
Nursery environments and resources designed to support high quality early years education.
The role
As a Nursery Assistant, you'll play an important role in creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where children can thrive.
You'll work alongside our qualified educators to provide high quality early years education and care, with children's safety, wellbeing, development and individual needs at the heart of your practice.
You'll also have the opportunity to contribute your own ideas and experience as we continue developing the quality of our provision.
What you'll be responsible for
Your role will include:
- Keeping children safe and promoting their health, safety and wellbeing
- Creating warm, positive and nurturing relationships with children
- Building strong and professional relationships with parents and families
- Working positively with fellow educators and contributing to the wider team
- Maintaining high standards within your room and looking for opportunities to continually improve
- Following nursery policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements
- Taking pride in the quality of education and care we provide
Who we're looking for
We're looking for a Nursery Assistant who cares about providing children with an excellent start in life.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding children is at the heart of everything we do.
Leaping Lilies Day Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks and will require a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
Could Leaping Lilies be right for you?
You'll have the opportunity to work four days a week, have the same day off every week, continue developing professionally and help us drive the quality and standards of the nursery forward.
And with Brentwood Station less than five minutes away, we're exceptionally well connected for your journey to and from work.
If that sounds like the kind of early years career you're looking for, we'd love to hear from you.
This role is perfect for energetic individuals passionate about early childhood development who want to grow their career in childcare. We value dedication, enthusiasm, and a genuine love for working with children. Join us to help shape bright futures!
Pay: £10.85-£12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
