Early Years Nursery Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Flexible hours

CPD opportunities

Support team available 24/7

Referral scheme up to £100

PAYE payroll

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Nursery Assistant to work across Leeds and surrounding areas. In this flexible role, you’ll support nurseries with day-to-day supply, gaining experience across settings while helping children learn through play.

You’ll bring at least 6 months’ nursery experience and a good understanding of the EYFS. Competitive hourly pay and flexible hours await the right candidate.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months' experience working within an Early Years or nursery setting.
• A good understanding of the EYFS.
• Confidence supporting children across different nursery rooms and age groups.

Responsibilities

• Bringing learning to life through exciting, creative and age-appropriate activities.
• Supporting little learners through play, exploration and everyday discoveries.
• Getting stuck into messy play, arts and crafts, storytelling and outdoor adventures!
• Helping children build confidence, friendships and important social skills.
• Supporting daily routines, including mealtimes, personal care and rest times.
• Working alongside friendly nursery teams to create a safe, nurturing and positive environment.
• Making every child feel valued, supported and celebrated!

Skills

6 months experience

EYFS knowledge

Flexibility

Patience

Job description

Early Years Nursery Assistant – Leeds & Surrounding Areas

Job Title: Early Years Nursery Assistant

Location: Leeds and Surrounding Areas

Start Date: Immediate Start

Contract: Flexible Day-to-Day Supply | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities

Little Smiles, Big Adventures & Endless Opportunities!

Do you love turning everyday moments into exciting learning adventures for little ones?

Are you a caring, creative and enthusiastic Early Years Nursery Assistant with at least 6 months' experience in a nursery or Early Years setting?

Would you love a flexible role where no two days are the same, you can explore different nursery settings and make a real difference to children's lives?

If you're nodding along,

we would LOVE to hear from you!

TeacherActive is delighted to be working with a fantastic range of

welcoming private day nurseries across Leeds and the surrounding areas, and we're on the lookout for passionate, energetic and nurturing

Early Years Nursery Assistants to join our growing team!

From messy play and magical story times to outdoor adventures and those exciting first milestones, every day brings a new opportunity to inspire, encourage and support little minds as they grow!

We have

flexible day-to-day supply opportunities available, with both full-time and part-time hours, making this the perfect opportunity for someone who loves working with children but also wants a work-life balance that suits them!

As an Early Years Nursery Assistant, you'll become a valued part of different nursery teams, helping to create happy, safe and stimulating environments where children feel confident to explore, discover and thrive.

What Will Your Day Look Like?

Bringing learning to life through exciting, creative and age-appropriate activities.

Supporting little learners through play, exploration and everyday discoveries.

Getting stuck into messy play, arts and crafts, storytelling and outdoor adventures!

Helping children build confidence, friendships and important social skills.

Supporting daily routines, including mealtimes, personal care and rest times.

Working alongside friendly nursery teams to create a safe, nurturing and positive environment.

Making every child feel valued, supported and celebrated!

What Makes You the Perfect Fit?

We're looking for someone who brings

kindness, creativity, enthusiasm and plenty of positive energy to every nursery they visit!

The successful Early Years Nursery Assistant will have:

At least

6 months' experience working within an Early Years or nursery setting.

A good understanding of the

Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

Confidence supporting children across different nursery rooms and age groups.

A warm, patient and nurturing approach to supporting young children.

A creative imagination and a genuine passion for learning through play.

The flexibility and confidence to adapt to different nursery environments.

A reliable, proactive attitude and a willingness to get stuck in!

Why Join TeacherActive?

We believe that people who spend their days making little lives brighter deserve to feel supported and appreciated too!

In return, you can expect:

Competitive hourly pay of £12.17 – £14.25.

Flexible working opportunities – choose full-time or part-time hours that suit your lifestyle.

Variety and adventure – gain valuable experience across different welcoming nursery settings.

Fantastic CPD opportunities through our My-Progression channel to help you continue developing your skills.

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through our straightforward onboarding process and beyond.

TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend!

Terms and Conditions apply.

All our staff are paid through

PAYE, meaning the correct Tax and National Insurance contributions are handled for you, with no unexpected administration charges deducted from your hard-earned pay!

Ready to Make Little Moments Matter?

If you're passionate about Early Years education, love bringing smiles to little faces and want a rewarding role filled with creativity, laughter and opportunities,

this could be the perfect next step for you!

Whether you're looking for a few days a week or regular full‑time work, we'd love to help you find opportunities that fit around you.

Big adventures start with little steps – take yours today!

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.