Early Years Assistant

Academics; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is recruiting a Nursery & Early Years Assistant to support our growing number of Early Years requirements across Dunstable. The role involves helping in primary schools, nursery classes and Early Years settings, delivering engaging activities and nurturing support.

Experience in Nursery/EYFS and a Level 2/3 Childcare qualification are valued, with a focus on patience, energy and a genuine understanding of how young children learn.

Qualifications

• Experience in Early Years settings or EYFS environments.
• A Level 2/3 qualification in Childcare/EYFS.
• Ability to support learning through play and early phonics.

Responsibilities

• Set up creative learning activities
• Read stories and support communication
• Encourage learning through play
• Support early phonics and numeracy
• Help children develop independence
• Support children with additional needs
• Observe and celebrate developmental milestones
• Provide personal care when required

Skills

Nursery experience

Patience

Reliability

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 2/3 Childcare

Job description

Nursery & Early Years Assistant within Dunstable

Make Their First Experience of Education a Great One

£95-£105 per day with immediate Opportunities

For a three-year-old, a great day might mean building the tallest tower in the room, finally writing the first letter of their name or finding the confidence to join in with the group.

Those little achievements matter.

Academics are recruiting for a Nursery & Early Years Assistant to support our growing number of Early Years requirements across Dunstable.

We work with primary schools, nursery classes and Early Years settings throughout Dunstable, and we're looking for experienced people who can provide engaging and nurturing support.

What could your day involve?

As a Nursery & Early Years Assistant, no two days are exactly the same.

You could be:

• Setting up creative learning activities
• Reading stories and supporting communication
• Encouraging learning through play
• Supporting early phonics and numeracy
• Helping children develop independence
• Supporting children with additional needs
• Observing and celebrating developmental milestones
• Providing personal care when required

Role: Nursery & Early Years Assistant

Location: Dunstable

Pay: £90-£105 per day, depending on experience

Start: ASAP

Settings: Primary schools, nursery classes and Early Years provision

Who would we like to hear from?

Previous Early Years experience is important.

We're particularly interested in candidates with nursery, pre-school, Reception or EYFS experience.

A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years would be a strong advantage.

A great Nursery & Early Years Assistant also needs patience, energy, reliability and a genuine understanding of how young children learn.

Academics is increasing its Early Years coverage throughout Dunstable, making this a great time to join our local candidate team.

Whether you're looking for flexible temporary work or something longer term in Dunstable, we'd be happy to discuss your options.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy