Flexible Nursery Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

CPD courses

Referral bonus

Market leading pay

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with a private day nursery in Wakefield seeking an enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join the team. The role supports children's early development and daily routines, fostering creativity in a safe learning environment.

Flexible hours (part-time or full-time) are available for an immediate start, with opportunities for CPD courses and career progression through the My-Progression channel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' experience working with children.
• A good understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Ability to create fun, engaging, age-appropriate learning activities.
• Caring, patient and enthusiastic approach to supporting young children.
• Positive attitude, good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support children through play-based learning and daily routines.
• Engage children with age-appropriate activities to promote development.
• Encourage social, emotional and physical development in line with EYFS.
• Create a safe, stimulating and engaging learning environment.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Communication skills

Team player

Play-based learning

Education

Level 2/3 Childcare or Early Years

Job description

Are you a passionate Nursery Assistant who loves helping little minds grow, explore and discover the world around them?

Do you have at least 6 months' experience working with children and a genuine enthusiasm for Early Years education?

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity with flexible part-time or full-time hours where you can make a real difference every day?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a private day nursery in Wakefield, who are looking to welcome an enthusiastic and caring Nursery Assistant to their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support children's early development, encourage creativity and help create a safe, stimulating and engaging learning environment where every child can thrive.

The nursery is looking to take on a dedicated Nursery Assistant on a long-term basis, with both part-time and full-time opportunities available for an immediate start. The successful Nursery Assistant will support children through play-based learning, engaging activities and daily routines, while promoting their social, emotional and physical development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

The successful Nursery Assistant will have:

A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years

A minimum of 6 months' experience working with children

A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework

The ability to create fun, engaging and age-appropriate learning activities

A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach to supporting young children

A positive 'can-do' attitude, excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

Flexible part-time and full-time working opportunities

CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

Market leading rates of pay

TeacherActive Referral Scheme: Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you're paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there's no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

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.

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