Early Years Nursery Assistant

Academics; Essex; Vor Ort; GBP 18.000 - 22.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Academics in Colchester is seeking an enthusiastic early years nursery assistant to support learning and development of children aged 0-5 in a welcoming setting.

You will work with the nursery team to plan and deliver engaging activities, support daily routines, safeguarding, and build strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues.

Qualifikationen

• Qualified to level 3 in Early Years or Childcare.
• Passionate about working with young children.
• Reliable, safeguarding-focused and team-oriented.

Aufgaben

• Support children aged 0-5 with learning and development.
• Plan and deliver fun, age-appropriate activities.
• Encourage social, emotional and educational development.
• Create a safe, caring nursery environment.
• Follow safeguarding, health and nursery procedures.
• Observe progress and contribute to learning records.

Kenntnisse

Team player

Patience

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare

Jobbeschreibung

Are you passionate about helping young children learn, grow and develop?

Do you have a level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare?

Are you caring, enthusiastic and ready to make a real difference in the lives of young children?

If so, we would love to hear from you!

We are currently looking for a dedicated early years nursery assistant to join a welcoming and supportive early years setting in Colchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about providing high-quality care and creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where children can thrive.

As an early years nursery assistant, you will play an important role in supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing. You will work closely with the nursery team to plan and deliver engaging activities that encourage children to explore, learn and build confidence through play.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children aged 0-5 with their learning and development.
• Planning and delivering fun, age-appropriate activities.
• Encouraging positive social, emotional and educational development.
• Creating a safe, caring and stimulating nursery environment.
• Supporting children's individual needs and development milestones.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Following safeguarding, health and safety and nursery procedures.
• Assisting with daily routines including mealtimes, personal care and outdoor play.
• Observing children's progress and contributing to their learning records.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Qualified to level 3 in Early Years, Childcare or an equivalent qualification.
• Passionate about working with young children.
• Warm, caring, patient and approachable.
• Confident working as part of a team.
• Enthusiastic about supporting children's learning through play.
• Reliable, professional and committed to safeguarding.
• Able to communicate effectively with children, colleagues and parents.

Previous nursery or early years experience is desirable, but we are also happy to consider enthusiastic candidates who have recently completed their qualification and are looking to develop their career in Colchester.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an early years nursery assistant to join a supportive setting where your skills, personality and commitment can have a genuine impact on children's early development.

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