Nursery Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Frome; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

CPD Courses and certificates

Referral scheme £100

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd is recruiting a Nursery Assistant for part-time, on-site work in Frome, Somerset. The role involves day-to-day cover across nursery and pre-school groups to support children's development through play and age-appropriate activities.

The ideal candidate shows an interest in the Early Years sector, with a caring, positive approach and adaptability. Salary offers competitive rates (£14.25–£15/hour) with PAYE on-site and access to CPD certificates.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children is desirable.
• Interest in developing a career within the Early Years sector.
• Ability to engage children through play and activities.
• Caring and positive approach.
• Adaptability and willingness to get stuck in.

Responsibilities

• To work on a day-to-day cover basis, supporting children across nursery and pre-school age groups.
• Assisting with activities and learning through play in a nurturing environment.

Skills

Engage children through play

Caring and positive approach

Adaptability

Willingness to get stuck in

Education

Early Years qualification desirable

Job description

Are you looking to start a rewarding career working with children and gain experience within the Early Years sector?

Do you enjoy creating engaging play opportunities that encourage children to learn and explore?

Are you an enthusiastic Nursery Assistant or someone looking to gain valuable experience within a nursery environment?

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

We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to work on a day-to-day cover basis, supporting children across nursery and pre-school age groups. This is also a great opportunity for people looking to get into the Early Years sector and gain hands‑on experience, supporting children's development through play, engagement and age‑appropriate activities.

The successful Nursery Practitioner will have:

• Previous experience working with children is desirable
• An interest in developing a career within the Early Years sector
• 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.

EMAIL:

CONTACT NUMBER: 0117 223 2200

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Nursery Assistant

Company: TeacherActive Ltd Salary: £14.25 to £15 an hour Hours: Part-time Location: BA1 Working pattern: On-site Job type: Temporary Posting date: 8 Oct 2026 Closing date: 7 Nov 2026

Summary

Job Title: Nursery Assistant

Location: Frome

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £14.25 - £15 per hour

Are you looking to start a rewarding career working with children and gain experience within the Early Years sector?

Do you enjoy creating engaging play opportunities that encourage children to learn and explore?

Are you an enthusiastic Nursery Assistant or someone looking to gain valuable experience within a nursery environment?

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

We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to work on a day‑to‑day cover basis, supporting children across nursery and pre‑school age groups. This is also a great opportunity for people looking to get into the Early Years sector and gain hands‑on experience, supporting children's development through play, engagement and age‑appropriate activities.

The successful Nursery Practitioner will have:

• A relevant Early Years qualification is desirable but not essential
• Previous experience working with children is desirable
• An interest in developing a career within the Early Years sector
• 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.

EMAIL:

[e-mail]

CONTACT NUMBER: 0117 223 2200

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

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