Nursery Assistant

About Early Years Ltd.; Leicester; On-site; GBP 18,450 - 19,372; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay £100–£105

Full-time role starting September

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Aspire People in Leicester is recruiting a Nursery Assistant for a full-time role starting in September. You will support children's learning and wellbeing in a nurturing early years environment, working with experienced practitioners to deliver safe and engaging activities.

This position offers a strong team setting and ongoing development opportunities. The role requires commitment to EYFS, reliable teamwork, and a positive, caring approach.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in a nursery, school, or childcare setting is desirable.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification is advantageous but not essential.
• Passion for supporting children's early development.
• Patient, caring, and enthusiastic with a positive attitude.
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Available to work full-time, Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day care and learning of children within the nursery.
• Assist with delivering engaging activities that promote children's development across all EYFS areas.
• Help create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Encourage children's independence, confidence, and social development.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Support with daily routines, including mealtimes, play, and outdoor learning.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Patience

Enthusiastic

Education

Level 2 Early Years qualification

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery Assistant (Full-Time)
Location: Leicester
Salary: £100 - £105 per day
Start Date: September
Contract Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)

Aspire People are delighted to be working in partnership with one of our valued nursery settings in Leicester to recruit a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant for a full-time position starting in September.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nurturing early years environment where you'll play a key role in supporting children's learning, development, and wellbeing during the most important stages of their education. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced Early Years practitioners to create a fun, safe, and engaging setting where every child can flourish.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day care and learning of children within the nursery.
• Assist with delivering engaging activities that promote children's development across all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Help create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Encourage children's independence, confidence, and social development.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Support with daily routines, including mealtimes, play, and outdoor learning.

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working with young children in a nursery, school, or childcare setting is desirable.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification is advantageous but not essential.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's early development.
• Patient, caring, and enthusiastic with a positive attitude.
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Available to work full-time, Monday to Friday.

Why Join Aspire People

• Competitive daily pay of £100 - £105 per day.
• Full-time role starting in September.
• Opportunity to work within one of our trusted partner nursery settings.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated Aspire People consultant.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.
• A welcoming and supportive working environment.

If you're passionate about Early Years education and want to make a positive impact on children's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today through Aspire People and begin your next rewarding role as a Nursery Assistant in Leicester.

Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and all relevant pre-employment checks.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.