Assistant Educator

N Family Club; Ockham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Flexible working

35 days holiday

Development fund

Clothing allowance

Family-friendly leave

Childcare discount

Loyalty rewards

Referral scheme

Discounts

Travel support

Socials & Wellbeing

Job summary

N Family Club in Ockham, Surrey, is looking for an Assistant Educator to join our Nursery Education team. You will support educators in delivering the N Curriculum, engaging children through play, and ensuring a safe, inspiring environment for learning.

No previous experience required; we value energy, positivity and a willingness to train. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits accompany a supportive induction and development pathway.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; passion for education and changing lives of children.
• Commitment to completing induction and pursuing training opportunities.
• Positive, proactive attitude with strong drive and customer service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the learning through play ethos and N Curriculum with care.
• Follow daily routines and ensure smooth transitions between meals, naps and play.
• Support planning of innovative learning experiences for child development.
• Assist with observations, assessments and planning for key children.
• Help supervise mealtimes in line with safety policies.
• Carry out daily health and safety checks and escalate concerns.
• Build strong relationships with parents and embed policies in practice.
• Ensure spaces are kept clean and tidy throughout the day.
• Support with day-to-day tasks to keep the nursery running smoothly.

Skills

Passion for education

Customer service

High energy

Education

Level 2/3 Early Years qualification

Paediatric First Aid

Safeguarding/Child Protection training

Job description

Assistant Educator

Department: Nursery Education

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Ockham, Surrey

Reporting To: Sukhvinder Hothi

Compensation: £26,437 - £26,957 / year

Description

We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider.

At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it!

As an Assistant Educator at N Family, you’ll support your team in creating an inspirational environment that delivers the best care and education – guiding every child to dream big, think independently, and explore the world with confidence. In our fast-paced, ever-evolving nursery, you'll learn from experienced educators, understand the different needs of all the children in your care, and help bring our N Curriculum to life as you grow and develop in your role.

Your key responsibilities

• Deliver our ‘learning through play’ ethos and our N Curriculum with care and flair.
• Follow our daily routine and ensure smooth transitions from mealtimes to naptimes to playtimes.
• Support the planning of innovative, challenging learning experiences that encourage child development.
• Support with high-quality observations, assessments, and planning for key children.
• Help supervise mealtimes in line with N’s safety policies.
• Complete daily health & safety checks thoroughly, escalating concerns where needed.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with parents.
• Embed all policies and procedures into your daily practice.
• Make sure every area is kept clean and tidy throughout the day.
• Help with day-to-day tasks that keep the nursery running smoothly.

Our Assistant Educators should have...

• You don’t need previous experience in a similar role, just a genuine passion for education and changing the lives of children!
• The drive to complete your full induction and take up opportunities for further training and development, including Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding and Child Protection, and the opportunity to gain a Level 2/Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• A positive, glass-half-full outlook.
• Bags of drive and motivation with a ‘make it happen’ attitude!
• A love for customer service.
• High energy for every task you take on.

The N Advantage Package

• Competitive salary – £26,437 - £26,957 per annum
• Performance bonus – Up to £750 annually.
• Flexible working – Choose 4-5 days a week for a work-life balance that suits you.
• Industry-leading holiday allowance – Up to 35 days, including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure.
• Development fund – £100 annual learning fund, plus paid N Academy training (level 3, EY Degrees, Forest School & more).
• No uniforms – £100 clothing allowance for style freedom!
• Family-friendly – Enhanced parental/fostering/neonatal leave after 2 years.
• Childcare – 40% discount, plus 6 emergency days annually.

And that’s not all!

• Loyalty rewards – 5-year bonus: around-the-world trip + 2 bonus weeks off. 10-year bonus: “Out of this world” experience + 2 more weeks off!
• Referral scheme – Earn up to £1000 per successful hire.
• Amazing discounts – Save on groceries, shopping, fitness, and more.
• Travel support – Season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Socials & Wellbeing – Annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness.
• And much, much more!

Why N Ockham?

Join our fantastic team at this charming 64-place nursery set in the peaceful surroundings of Ockham, Surrey.

Getting here is a breeze! Just a 20-minute walk from Effingham Junction station, and easily accessible from Guildford, Surbiton, Woking, and beyond.

Why N Family Club?

At N Family Club, we’re reimagining early years education – and we want you to be a part of it. We’re a certified Great Place to Work and one of the UK’s most innovative early years groups. With top salaries, unmatched benefits, and real career progression, we put our people first.

Join us today to spark big ideas in young minds and shape a career you’ll love!

What's next?

If you want to read more about N, our benefits and work culture, visit our Careers website or our Glassdoor Page.