Flexible Nursery Assistant

Kpi-Recruiting-Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

London placements across North West &/

Opportunities across private nurseries

Support safeguarding requirements

Job summary

KPI Education is seeking Flexible Nursery Assistants to support nurseries across London. You’ll assist with day-to-day care, routines, play activities and mealtimes, helping create a safe, welcoming environment while supporting experienced practitioners.

Role offers flexible shifts from one day a week to longer placements, with opportunities across North, West and Central London and potential for regular weekly work.

Qualifications

• Availability to work flexible nursery shifts across London.
• Reliable, punctual and positive attitude toward children.
• Commitment to safeguarding and appropriate clearances.
• Willingness to support different nursery teams and age groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily routines and supervise young children.
• Support play-based activities and mealtimes.
• Help maintain a safe, happy and engaging environment.
• Work alongside Early Years practitioners to provide consistent care.

Skills

Reliable

Punctual

Good communication

Teamwork

Education

Relevant safeguarding qualification

Job description

Flexible Nursery Assistant

Are you looking for flexible nursery work that fits around your lifestyle?

Would you like the freedom to choose when you work, whether that’s one day a week or five, while gaining valuable experience across different nursery settings?

Are you reliable, enthusiastic and passionate about supporting young children, with the flexibility to take on shifts when nurseries need additional staff?

If you’re looking for flexible work within Early Years, KPI Education is building a bank of Nursery Assistants to support upcoming opportunities across London!

• Flexible working opportunities, from one day a week to full-time.
• Nursery placements available across London, particularly North, West and Central London.
• Competitive rates of pay, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities to work across a variety of established private nursery settings.
• Support qualified practitioners with children's daily care, routines and activities.
• Help create safe, welcoming and stimulating environments where children can learn and develop.
• Assist with creative, play-based activities and everyday learning experiences.
• Opportunities to gain experience across different age groups and nursery environments.
• Potential for regular weekly shifts, longer-term placements and permanent positions.
• Work that can fit around your existing commitments and availability.

About the Role

As a Flexible Nursery Assistant, you’ll support nursery teams with the day‑to‑day care and supervision of young children, helping to maintain a safe, happy and engaging environment.

Your responsibilities may include assisting with daily routines, supporting play-based activities, helping children during mealtimes and encouraging positive interactions throughout the day.

You’ll work alongside experienced Early Years practitioners, providing additional support wherever needed and helping ensure children receive consistent, high‑quality care.

You don’t necessarily need extensive nursery experience or a lengthy CV. Reliability, a positive attitude and a genuine interest in working with children are essential. You’ll also need to meet the relevant qualification, suitability and safeguarding requirements for the roles you undertake.

What We're Looking For

• Availability to work flexible nursery shifts.
• A reliable and punctual approach to work.
• A genuine interest in childcare and Early Years education.
• A caring, patient and positive attitude.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A willingness to support different nursery teams and age groups.
• The relevant qualifications and safeguarding clearances required for the positions.

Availability, reliability, location and compliance are our biggest priorities.

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re looking for flexible nursery work across London and want to be considered for upcoming opportunities, we’d love to hear from you!

Whether you’re looking for occasional shifts, regular weekly work or a pathway into a longer‑term or permanent position, KPI Education can help connect you with suitable nursery opportunities.