Job Description
Early Years Assistant
Elan Day Nursery in Haywards Heath
Part of Grandir UK
Salary £16,640- £26,437 (depending on experience and qualifications with regular pay reviews)
Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.
Our Elan Day Nursery in Haywards Heath, is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Early Years Assistant to join our team. You will play a key role in caring for, supporting and inspiring our children, encouraging curiosity and helping them thrive every day.
Why You’ll Love Working at Elan in Haywards Heath
You will be part of a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We create a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to grow.
Core Benefits
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown
• Christmas and New Year shutdown
• Flexible working options available
• Generous childcare discount
• £500 refer-a-friend bonus
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions
• Statutory Sick Pay from day 1
• Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65
• Certified Great Place to Work (voted by our current colleagues)
About Our Nursery
• Caring for babies and toddlers aged 3 months to 3 years
• Dedicated rooms for each age group to support development and transitions
• Safe, enclosed garden and indoor studio garden for year-round outdoor play
• Activities include climbing, sand play, and gardening
• Engaging experiences such as music, yoga, sports, library visits, and cooking
• Encouraging creativity, confidence, and learning through play
• Regular community outings to explore the local area
Location and Travel
• Located behind Haywards Heath train station, opposite Clare Park
• Within walking distance of Elan Preschool
• Beautifully refurbished, modern, and natural environment
What You Will Be Doing
• Supervise and support children at all times
• Prepare and lead activities under guidance of Level 3 practitioners
• Help maintain an attractive and welcoming environment
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and operational practices
• Maintain a positive attitude with children, parents, visitors, and colleagues
• Attend staff meetings, planning sessions, and required training
Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits
• Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100% for the first 12 weeks
• Paternity leave paid at 100% for 4 weeks
• Up to 4 weeks’ paid parental bereavement leave
• Up to 2 weeks’ paid compassionate leave
• Up to 2 weeks’ paid miscarriage leave
• Wellbeing Day – an extra day just for you
• The Grand Event – up to 1 additional week of annual leave after 2 years’ service
Even More Benefits
• Employee benefits portal with discounts (ASOS, gyms, cinema, M&S, supermarkets and more)
• 24-hour remote GP appointments
• Medical cashback (dental, physiotherapy, alternative therapies)
• Recognition, rewards, and team celebrations throughout the year
• Tailored in-house training and genuine progression opportunities
• Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation
Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role and will be carried out by our approved third-party provider.
We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team.
Apply today. We review applications as they are received and may close the role early.
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