Nursery Assistant

Simply Education; Daventry; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Simply Education seeks a part-time Nursery Assistant to support one of our partner nurseries in Daventry. You will help deliver play-based activities, support routines and work with our key-workers to ensure children's day-to-day care and learning is well-managed.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with young children and flexible hours (mornings/afternoons). You will join a supportive team committed to safeguarding and high-quality early years provision.

Qualifications

• Level 2 in Early Years/Childcare or equivalent experience (minimum).
• Cheerful, reliable and proactive approach.
• Good interpersonal skills and teamwork.
• Clear understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist practitioners in delivering activities and supporting children's learning.
• Support routines: meals, naps, play, hygiene, and transitions.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised environment for children and staff.
• Communicate with key workers and parents about children's wellbeing and daily experiences.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Confidentiality & safeguarding

Education

Level 2 in Early Years/Childcare or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

An excellent part-time opportunity for someone looking to support one of partner nurseries. As a Nursery Assistant you will help deliver play-based activities, support routines, work alongside our key-workers and ensure children's day-to-day care and learning are well-managed. Ideal for someone who enjoys working with young children and flexible hours.

About our Nursery

The nurseires is a friendly, community-oriented nursery in Daventry, offering flexible working hours (mornings/afternoons) and a supportive working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist practitioners in delivering stimulating activities and supporting children's learning and development.

• Support children's routines: meals, naps, play, hygiene, and transitions.

• Help maintain a safe, clean and organised environment for children and staff.

• Communicate with key workers and parents/carers about children's wellbeing and daily experience.

Prerequisites

• Level 2 in Early Years/Childcare or equivalent experience (minimum).

• A cheerful, reliable and proactive approach.

• Good interpersonal skills, able to work as part of a team.

• Clear understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and safe working practices.