Nursery Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 Consultant support

CPD Courses & certificates

Referral bonus £100

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited is seeking Nursery Assistants to support children in Cheltenham nurseries on a flexible, day‑to‑day basis with an immediate start.

You will assist with early years activities, help children learn through play, and bring a caring, adaptable approach to a fast‑paced nursery environment. This role suits BEd students seeking practical experience alongside studies.

Qualifications

• Be currently studying towards a BEd or relevant education qualification.
• Previous experience working with children is desirable.
• An interest in gaining practical Early Years experience.
• The ability to engage children through play and activities.
• A caring and positive approach.
• Adaptability and a willingness to get stuck in.

Responsibilities

• Support children across nursery and pre‑school age groups.
• Work on a flexible, day‑to‑day basis to cover vacancies.
• Assist with age‑appropriate activities and play to promote development.
• Contribute to a positive and stimulating learning environment.

Skills

Engage children through play

Caring temperament

Adaptable

Education

BEd or education qualification

Job description

Job Title: Nursery Assistant

Location: Cheltenham

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £14.25 - £15 per hour

Are you currently studying for a BEd and looking to gain valuable experience working with children alongside your studies?

Are you passionate about supporting children’s development through play, learning and engagement?

Would you like flexible Nursery Assistant work that can help you build practical experience within the Early Years sector?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with nurseries across Gloucestershire, with welcoming and engaging environments where children are encouraged to learn, play and develop their confidence.

We are looking for Nursery Assistants to work on a flexible, day-to-day basis, supporting children across nursery and pre-school age groups. This is a great opportunity for BEd students looking to gain hands‑on experience alongside their studies, supporting children’s development through play, engagement and age‑appropriate activities.

The successful Nursery Assistants will have:

• Be currently studying towards a BEd or relevant education qualification
• Previous experience working with children is desirable
• An interest in gaining practical Early Years experience
• The ability to engage children through play and activities
• A caring and positive approach
• Adaptability and a willingness to get stuck in

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
• 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.

Equal Opportunities Statement

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

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.