Impactful Level-3 Early Years Nursery Assistant

About Early Years Ltd.; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

About Early Years Ltd. in Colchester is seeking a dedicated early years nursery assistant to join our welcoming setting, providing high-quality care and helping children thrive.

You will support learning through play, plan activities, and work with the team to ensure a safe, nurturing environment for children aged 0-5. Salary will reflect qualifications and experience.

This role offers a supportive team and opportunities to develop in early years practice in Colchester.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare is required.
• Previous nursery or early years experience is desirable.
• Able to communicate with children, parents and colleagues.
• Warm, caring, patient and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

Level 3 in Early Years or Childcare

Job description

About Early Years Ltd. in Colchester is seeking a dedicated early years nursery assistant to join our welcoming setting, providing high-quality care and helping children thrive.

You will support learning through play, plan activities, and work with the team to ensure a safe, nurturing environment for children aged 0-5. Salary will reflect qualifications and experience.

This role offers a supportive team and opportunities to develop in early years practice in Colchester.