Nursery Assistant

The Learning Experience UK; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Medical cashback

Life insurance

AVIVA pension

PerkBox membership

Paid overtime

Job summary

The Learning Experience UK in Leatherhead is seeking a Nursery Assistant to join our Leatherhead team. You will support the nursery team in delivering safe, nurturing childcare and helping children learn, play, and thrive each day.

This full-time, permanent role offers an engaging environment, ongoing training, and opportunities to develop in early years education. Applicants should be passionate about childcare, with strong English communication and a proactive, caring attitude.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in childcare is desirable but not essential.
• Strong English communication skills, both spoken and written.
• Creative and enthusiastic approach to engaging with children.
• Positive, caring, proactive attitude; driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering activities promoting development.
• Supervise children during play and ensure safety.
• Encourage language development and self-expression.
• Support lead practitioners with maintaining a clean, stimulating classroom.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Assist with record-keeping and progress reporting.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities.

Skills

English communication

Creativity

Enthusiasm

Team player

Job description

Nursery Assistant – Leatherhead

Salary:

Competitive, based on experience

Contract:

Full-time, permanent

Location:

Leatherhead, Surrey

Eligibility:

The successful candidate must have the legal right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment. Please note that this role is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join our Leatherhead team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about working with children and eager to begin or grow their career in early years education. You’ll be part of a supportive nursery environment where children are encouraged to learn, play, and thrive every day.

About the Role

As an Nursery Assistant, you’ll support the nursery team in providing safe, nurturing, and engaging childcare. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in the planning and delivery of activities that promote physical, emotional, and social development
• Supervising children during play and ensuring their safety at all times
• Encouraging children’s language development and self-expression
• Supporting lead practitioners in maintaining a clean, organised, and stimulating classroom environment
• Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Assisting with record-keeping and progress reporting
• Taking part in training and professional development opportunities

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about childcare and willing to learn.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience working with children in a nursery, school, or childcare setting (desirable but not essential)
• Strong communication skills in English, both spoken and written
• Creativity and enthusiasm when engaging with children
• A valid driving licence (preferred, for occasional outings)
• A positive, caring, and proactive attitude

Why Join Us?

At our Leatherhead Nursery, we offer:

• A supportive and welcoming team environment
• Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development
• Modern facilities designed for early years learning
• A chance to build a rewarding career in childcare
• Competitive salary
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Paid overtime, sick days, and birthday leave
• Staff childcare discount
• Medical cashback plan (covering you & up to 4 children)
• Life insurance & AVIVA pension scheme
• PerkBox membership with exclusive discounts & wellness perks