Early Years Assistant (UQ) - Thornbury

Early Years Assistant - Unqualified 

Location: Partou Thornbury, South Gloucestershire

Contract: 30 hours per week, Permanent - £27,164 per annum (pro rata)

Partou Thornbury is part of one of Europe’s leading childcare providers, offering high-quality early years education and care. We are looking for a friendly and reliable Early Years Assistant to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with young children and wants to make a positive difference in their day.

Our Thornbury nursery is a welcoming and nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and grow. With spacious rooms & outdoor areas, we provide a supportive setting for both children and staff.

What you’ll be doing

As an Early Years Assistant, you will help supervise children during activities & mealtimes, support staff with routines, and ensure the nursery remains a safe, welcoming environment. You’ll assist with setting up and clearing away, encourage healthy eating, and provide comfort and care to children as they transition between activities.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone friendly, reliable, and who enjoys working with young children. Previous experience in childcare is preferred, but what matters most is a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to supporting the team.

What we’ll give you

At Partou Thornbury, we value every member of our team. You’ll receive:

•             Competitive hourly rate (up to £13.06 per hour)

•             Access to professional training through the Partou Academy

•             60% childcare discount

•             Pension scheme

•             Your birthday off (because you deserve it!)

•             Health & wellbeing support

•             Access to EPIC our employee rewards and recognition platform

Be part of the National Partnership in Early Learning and Childcare (NPELC) — a collective of 10 leading childcare providers across England.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

Partou UK operates to the highest standards of Safer Recruitment, and all applicants will undergo thorough background and vetting checks before employment, including an Enhanced DBS check with a barring list check. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

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