Early Years L3 Qualified Nursery Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking an Early Years Level 3 Qualified Nursery Assistant to join a primary school in Bristol for the new academic year starting September. The role is full-time, 8:30-3:30, Monday to Friday, with pay rate of 110 per day.

The ideal candidate will have an EY Level 3 qualification, experience with nursery children, and a patient, nurturing approach. You will support the teacher, promote positive behaviour, and assist with classroom organisation and resources.

Qualifications

• Early Years Level 3 qualification is essential.
• Experience with nursery-aged children preferred.
• Patient and nurturing approach to supporting learning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate.
• Flexible and adaptable to classroom needs.
• Basic knowledge of the national curriculum and educational practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the teacher and children in the nursery including personal care.
• Promote positive behaviour management strategies and contribute to a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Assist with classroom organization and maintenance of resources.
• Support students' social and emotional development through effective communication and rapport-building.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Behaviour management

Rapport-building

Education

Early Years Level 3 Qualification

Job description

Job title: Early Years Level 3 Qualified Nursery Assistant

Location: Bristol

Start: 07/09/2026

Pay rate: 110 per day

Hours: 8:30 to 3:30 - Monday to Friday

We are seeking an Early Years Level 3 Qualified Nursery Assistant to join a lovely primary school in South Bristol, to work in their nursery full time ongoing for the new academic year which starts in September. The early years qualification is essential for ratios in the nursery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support to the teacher and children in the nursery including providing personal care
• Promote positive behaviour management strategies and contribute to a safe and inclusive learning environment
• Assist with classroom organization and maintenance of resources
• Support students' social and emotional development through effective communication and rapport-building

Requirements:

• Early Years Level 3 Qualification (essential)
• Previous experience working with nursery aged children
• A patient and nurturing approach to supporting children's learning and development
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with staff
• Flexible and adaptable to the needs of the classroom and students
• Basic knowledge of the national curriculum and educational practices