Contract Nursery Assistant – Early Years Support (Oxford)

Charles Hunter Associates; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare recruitment company is seeking an Unqualified Nursery Assistant for a supportive nursery setting in Central Oxford / Headington. This role involves creating a safe and nurturing environment for children and requires applicants to have previous nursery experience and an enhanced DBS certificate. The position offers consistent contract hours from 07:45 to 17:30, alongside a friendly team culture and opportunities for ongoing training and development.

Benefits

Consistent contract hours

Weekly PAYE pay (including 12.07% holiday pay)

Supportive and friendly team culture

Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development

Easy access via public transport and local parking options

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS certificate (ideally on the Update Service).
• Willingness to support a variety of activities and learning styles.

Responsibilities

• Supporting and leading age‑appropriate activities.
• Promoting positive values and emotional development.
• Assisting with daily routines and ensuring children's wellbeing.
• Working collaboratively with the wider nursery team.

Skills

Previous experience in a nursery or childcare setting

Warm, engaging, and confident communicator

Reliability and commitment to the role's required hours

Job description

A childcare recruitment company is seeking an Unqualified Nursery Assistant for a supportive nursery setting in Central Oxford / Headington. This role involves creating a safe and nurturing environment for children and requires applicants to have previous nursery experience and an enhanced DBS certificate. The position offers consistent contract hours from 07:45 to 17:30, alongside a friendly team culture and opportunities for ongoing training and development.