Early Years Assistant

About Early Years Ltd.; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is recruiting a Nursery & Early Years Assistant to support growing Early Years requirements across Dunstable. The role involves creating engaging activities, reading stories, and aiding phonics and numeracy development in EYFS settings.

Ideal candidates have nursery/EYFS experience and Level 2/3 childcare qualifications. Flexible, temporary opportunities are available across primary schools and nurseries in Dunstable.

Qualifications

• Previous Early Years experience is important.
• Nursery, pre-school, Reception or EYFS experience preferred.
• Level 2/3 in Childcare/EY is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Nursery experience

Patience

Energy

Reliability

Communication

Phonics support

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.

We're actively interviewing Nursery & Early Years Assistant candidates now for opportunities throughout Dunstable.

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