Child Development Assistant

Castle Employment; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local childcare provider in York is looking for a passionate Child Development Assistant to support children's development in a nurturing environment. This role offers flexible working hours across multiple sites and opportunities for training and professional growth. Ideal candidates are caring and enthusiastic, with the ability to work various shifts. Competitive pay is offered.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Opportunities for training and development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Caring, enthusiastic, and committed to supporting children’s development.
• Flexible and adaptable, with availability to work a variety of shifts.
• Experience in childcare is an advantage, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support nursery staff in delivering high-quality care and early years education.
• Help create a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment for children.
• Assist with play activities, meal times, and daily routines.

Skills

Caring

Enthusiastic

Flexible

Education

Experience in childcare or relevant qualification

Job description

Overview

Child Development Assistant

Full-Time / Part-Time | £Competitive Pay | Flexible Shifts

Are you passionate about working with children and supporting their development in a fun, nurturing environment?

We’re looking for enthusiastic and caring Nursery Assistants to join our team across sites in York and Acomb. This is a flexible opportunity with a range of shift patterns available between 8am and 6pm. You’ll have the chance to cover across different sites, providing support on a long-term, day-to-day, part-time, or full-time basis to cover staff absences and sickness.

Responsibilities

• Support nursery staff in delivering high-quality care and early years education
• Help create a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment for children
• Assist with play activities, meal times, and daily routines
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare standards are always met

About you (Qualifications and Skills)

• Caring, enthusiastic, and committed to supporting children’s development
• Flexible and adaptable, with availability to work a variety of shifts between 8-6
• Able to work across different nursery sites (York & Acomb)
• Experience in childcare or a relevant qualification is an advantage, but not essential – training can be provided

What we offer

• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience across different nursery settings
• Supportive team environment with training and development opportunities
• Competitive hourly rate and the chance to progress in childcare

How to apply

If you’re looking for a rewarding role in childcare with flexibility and variety, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now - call us on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Castle Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough reference vetting. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer