Nursery Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Daventry; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in early years education is seeking a warm and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant in Daventry. In this role, you will support the care and learning of children aged 0-5, helping to create a nurturing environment. Competitive pay and opportunities for ongoing training are provided, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about early childhood education.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Ongoing training

Career progression

Supportive team and positive working culture

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards a Level 2 childcare qualification.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support daily care, learning, and play of children aged 0–5.
• Assist with reading stories, snacks, and creative activities.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Education

Level 2 childcare qualification

Job description

Daventry, Northamptonshire
Competitive, based on experience

Are you passionate about early years education? We’re looking for a warm, enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join our caring and committed team in Daventry.

As a Nursery Assistant, you’ll support the daily care, learning, and play of children aged 0–5 in a safe and nurturing environment. Whether it’s reading stories, helping with snacks, or supporting creative activities, your work will help lay the foundations for children's lifelong learning.

• Competitive pay – £12.21/ £14.56 per hour dependant on experience

• Flexible hours – across Monday to Friday

• Ongoing training – Opportunities to gain Level 2/3 childcare qualifications

• Career progression – Be part of a growing nursery where your development matters

• Supportive team and positive working culture

• A positive attitude and genuine love for working with young children

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Willingness to work towards a Level 2 childcare qualification (if not already held)

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare

• Right to work in the UK

• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply)

To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter to [e-mail]
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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