Level 2 EYFS Nursery Practitioner

Protocol Education; Epsom; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is recruiting a Level 2 Nursery Assistant for a friendly setting in Epsom. You will support children aged 0-5, assist with daily routines, play activities and learning opportunities, and help maintain a safe, inclusive environment.

The role offers immediate start, flexible full- or half-day shifts, with pay £14.50–£15.00 per hour depending on experience. Commitment to safeguarding and EYFS knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Childcare Qualification required.
• Experience in nursery or EYFS setting.
• Good understanding of EYFS framework.
• Passion for supporting children's development through play.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 0-5 with daily routines and activities.
• Assist with engaging play and learning opportunities.
• Promote a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment.
• Support children's social, emotional and educational development.
• Work closely with colleagues to maintain high standards of care.
• Follow safeguarding and health & safety procedures.

Skills

Experience in nursery

EYFS knowledge

Team player

Education

Level 2 Childcare Qualification

Job description

Level 2 Nursery Assistant - Epsom

Immediate Trial Available This Week | Quick Start for the Right Candidate

The Role

We are currently looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and reliable Level 2 Nursery Assistant to join a friendly nursery setting in Epsom.

This is a hands‑on role supporting children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), helping to create a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and thrive.

Key Details

• Location: Epsom
• Start Date: Immediate (following a successful trial)
• Hours: 8:00am - 6:00pm (Full Day) or Half-Day Shifts Available
• Pay: £14.50 - £15.00 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)

What We're Looking For

• Level 2 Childcare Qualification (essential)
• Experience working within a nursery or EYFS setting
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework
• Passion for supporting children's development through play
• Positive, proactive, and reliable approach
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting children aged 0-5 with daily routines and activities
• Assisting with engaging play and learning opportunities
• Promoting a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment
• Supporting children's social, emotional, and educational development
• Working closely with colleagues to maintain high standards of care
• Following safeguarding and health & safety procedures at all times

Why This Role?

• Welcoming and supportive nursery team
• Flexible full-day or half-day shifts available
• Immediate start opportunities
• Potential for ongoing and long-term work
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on children's early learning journey

If you're a qualified Level 2 Nursery Assistant looking for flexible work in Epsom, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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