Nursery Assistant

Step Teachers; Broadland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A teaching recruitment agency is looking for a full-time Nursery Assistant to start in January 2026. The role involves supporting children's social and emotional development, assisting with engaging activities, and maintaining a positive classroom environment. Candidates must have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and experience in a nursery setting. This opportunity offers weekly paid salary depending on experience and a range of exclusive perks including discounts and wellness services.

Benefits

Exclusive shopping deals

Travel offers

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting is required.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework.
• Assist with planning and preparation of learning resources.
• Help maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Proactive approach

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery Assistant - Full-time, long-term temporary position starting January 2026

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Nursery Assistant to join a school that provides a nurturing and inclusive environment. The school promotes high standards of early years education, with strong leadership and a committed staff team working together to ensure children feel safe, supported, and motivated to learn. Pupils benefit from a stimulating and engaging curriculum that encourages personal development and well-being.

Duties as Nursery Assistant

• Support the delivery of engaging activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
• Assist with planning and preparation of learning resources
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to children where needed
• Help maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Support children's social, emotional, and physical development
• Ensure safeguarding and health and safety policies are consistently upheld

Ideal Nursery Assistant

• Level 3 Early Years qualification is essential
• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting
• Strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and staff
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A caring and proactive approach to supporting learning
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Why Step Teachers? With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE's statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Your salary – dependent on experience – is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self‑employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well‑being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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