Engaging Nursery Assistant - Early Learning & Care

Alexander House Nursery; London Borough of Wandsworth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander House Nursery in London’s Wandsworth area is seeking a warm, dependable Nursery Assistant to join our team. You will help provide a safe, engaging space where children feel confident to explore, learn, and develop.

The ideal candidate would be available Monday to Friday, 9AM–4PM, and will assist in planning activities, observe progress, and communicate with parents. You will follow safeguarding policies and support daily routines while collaborating with families and colleagues to meet

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of nursery/childcare experience.
• Enhanced DBS certificate required or willingness to obtain.
• Basic knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety (training available).
• Availability Monday to Friday, 9:00–16:00.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering developmentally appropriate activities.
• Observe progress, keep records, and share updates with parents.
• Collaborate with families and colleagues to meet each child’s needs.
• Follow nursery policies including safeguarding and health & safety.
• Support daily routines: snacks, tidying, and environment upkeep.
• Participate in training, staff meetings, and professional development.
• Help create an inclusive, welcoming, high‑quality setting.

Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Reliability

Punctuality

Parent communication

Education

Enhanced DBS certificate

Job description

Alexander House Nursery in London’s Wandsworth area is seeking a warm, dependable Nursery Assistant to join our team. You will help provide a safe, engaging space where children feel confident to explore, learn, and develop.

The ideal candidate would be available Monday to Friday, 9AM–4PM, and will assist in planning activities, observe progress, and communicate with parents. You will follow safeguarding policies and support daily routines while collaborating with families and colleagues to meet