General Assistant

Salary: £12.71–£13.30 per hour, depending on experience

Locations: Bridport

Hours: 15 hours per week

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If successful, you are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check. This is the highest level of criminal record check, providing a thorough background check for roles involving supervision/contact with vulnerable groups. To complete this, you will need to provide personal documentation to prove your identity. If you wish to share information related to your DBS check and convictions/warnings that may be raised, or circumstances that might affect your suitability to work or be in contact with children, please provide in the section below with as much detail as possible. Please note that exemption under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 does not apply, and you must include details of spent convictions, including those relating to juvenile offences.

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I certify that to the best of my knowledge this application is a true and accurate record and can be treated as part of any subsequent contract of employment. I have not withheld any information or facts that may prejudice my application. Any false statement will be sufficient cause for rejection or; if employed, dismissal. I have no objection to my details being held on computer records and utilised by Sunny Day Nurseries in pursuit of its legitimate business (your consent under the Data Protection Act 1998). If you are successful in your application this form and the information in it will be retained in your HR file for such time as you are an employee of Sunny Day Nurseries Limited and for up to 6 years after the end of your employment. Otherwise this form will only be retained by Sunny Day Nurseries Limited for so long as it is required in connection with your application. I give my permission for my previous employer(s) and any references given to be contacted. I understand that my application is subject to a satisfactory DWP and Disclosure and Barring (The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974).

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About the role

At Sunny Days Bridport, we believe that a clean, safe, and welcoming environment is essential for children to learn, play, and thrive. We are looking for a friendly, reliable, and hardworking General Assistant to join our team and help us maintain a happy, hygienic, and well-presented nursery for our children, families, and staff.

If you take pride in your work, have an eye for detail, and enjoy being part of a supportive team, we would love to hear from you!

What we’re looking for

We look for people who share our core values:

SMILE – positive, friendly and approachable
STRIVE – open to learning, resilient, high expectations
SAFE – committed to safeguarding and wellbeing

What We Offer

Access to Vitality Plus private healthcare following successful completion of your probation period.

Sunny Days will cover the cost of your DBS check.

Refer a friend payment for recruitment – £250 – paid upon successful probation.

Monetary bonus for every 5 years of employment.

Sick pay scheme – eligible after 1 year – 1 day accumulated every year until 5 years then leads to length of service bonus.

Benefit from half price childcare from day 1.

Supplied when on duty.

Opportunities to build your skills and knowledge, including relevant food hygiene and allergen training.

Work alongside colleagues who value teamwork, kindness, and making a difference.

What you’ll be doing

As our General Assistant, you will play an important role in the smooth running of our nursery, helping to create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment every day.

Your responsibilities will include:

Serving children’s lunches while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food hygiene, and safety.
Ensuring all areas of the nursery are clean, tidy, organised, and well presented.
Regularly cleaning toilets, nappy-changing areas, and staff facilities.
Managing laundry duties, including washing, drying, folding, and organising nursery linen.
Monitoring stock levels and replenishing cleaning materials and essential supplies.
Supporting the nursery team in keeping rooms, play areas, and shared spaces tidy and safe for children.
Following health and safety procedures, food hygiene requirements, and infection control guidelines at all times.
Taking pride in maintaining a warm, welcoming environment where children, parents, and staff feel comfortable and cared for.

Preschooler playing in the Nursery garden

Application for Employment

Position applying for: *

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Nursery Location

Please choose the nursery location you're applying to

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Surname *

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Forename(s) *

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Date of Birth *

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Address *

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Postcode *

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Tel No (home)

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Mobile No *

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Email *

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National Insurance Number *

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Are you legally eligible to live and work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996? *

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AVAILABILITY FOR WORK
If currently employed, how much notice will you have to give your current employer?

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Is there any other reason why you would not be able to start work immediately if you were offered the job you have applied for? *

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Do you have any part time or evening jobs which you intend to continue? *

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FORMAL EDUCATION (school & further education) *

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OTHER TRAINING (other learning opportunities used to advance your development)

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EMPLOYMENT RECORD *

Please list your complete employment history, starting with your current (or most recent post)

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SUITABILITY AND DISQUALIFICATION
Have you ever had an order made against you removing any child from your care? *

Yes No

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Have you ever had registration as a childminder refused or cancelled? *

Yes No

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Have you ever had a registration as a day-care provider for children under 8 refused or cancelled? *

Yes No

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Have you ever had a financial interest in a registered day-care provision for children under 8 that was refused or cancelled? *

Yes No

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Have you ever had a child taken into care or been made a ward of court? *

Yes No

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Have you ever been disqualified or prevented from being a foster parent? *

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Have you ever been involved as an owner or manager of a voluntary or registered home, for adults or children whose registration has been cancelled? *

Yes No

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Have you ever had a financial interest in a voluntary or registered home, for adults or children whose registration has been refused or cancelled? *

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Have you ever been referred to the Protection of Children Act List? *

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Have you ever been referred to the Department for Education and Skills list 99? *

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Have you ever been disqualified from registration? *

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Do you live in the same household as another person who is disqualified from registration or do you live in the same household where a disqualified person is employed? *

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Ready to join our team?

Come and be part of Sunny Days Bridport, where the little things you do make a big difference to the children in our care.

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General Assistant

About the role

What we’re looking for

What We Offer

What you’ll be doing

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