Nursery Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Flexible hours (full-time or part-time

Free CPD and training

Dedicated local consultant

MyTP portal for timesheets

Opportunities for long-term roles

Excellence in Education Awards

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is partnering with a welcoming Dorset nursery to recruit a Nursery Practitioner for September 2026. The role offers both full-time and part-time hours and a supportive, caring team.

You will create a safe, stimulating environment, support children’s learning through play, and build positive relationships with children and families, in line with the EYFS framework. Training and ongoing CPD are provided.

Qualifications

• Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years (desirable but not essential depending on experience).
• Has experience working within a nursery or early years setting.
• Is patient, caring and passionate about supporting children's development.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Brings energy, enthusiasm and a positive attitude to every day.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, caring and stimulating environment where children can thrive.
• Support children's learning and development through play-based activities.
• Encourage communication, creativity and confidence in every child.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Observe, monitor and record children's progress in line with the EYFS Framework.
• Help maintain a fun, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Caring attitude

Positive attitude

Safeguarding

Education

Level 2/3 in Early Years

Job description

Location: Dorset - Bournemouth
Start Date: September 2026
Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time Available

Do you have a passion for supporting young children as they take their very first steps in education? Are you caring, enthusiastic and ready to make a real difference every single day?

Teaching Personnel is working closely with one of our welcoming and nurturing nurseries in Dorset, who are looking for a dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join their friendly team this September. Whether you're looking for full-time stability or part-time flexibility, we'd love to hear from you.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a setting where children's happiness, curiosity and development are at the heart of everything they do.

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Create a safe, caring and stimulating environment where children can thrive.
• Support children's learning and development through play-based activities.
• Encourage communication, creativity and confidence in every child.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Observe, monitor and record children's progress in line with the EYFS Framework.
• Help maintain a fun, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

• Holds a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or equivalent) (desirable but not essential depending on experience).
• Has experience working within a nursery or early years setting.
• Is patient, caring and passionate about supporting children's development.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Brings energy, enthusiasm and a positive attitude to every day.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• Competitive weekly pay based on your experience.
• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities to suit your lifestyle.
• Free CPD and training to support your professional development.
• A dedicated local consultant who will support you every step of the way.
• Easy-to-use myTP portal to manage your work and timesheets.
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions.
• Recognition through our Excellence in Education Awards.

If you're ready to inspire young learners and become part of a caring nursery team this September, we'd love to hear from you.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
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