Nursery Assistant

Randstad Education; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare recruitment agency is seeking a Nursery Assistant in Liverpool to contribute to the education and development of children. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and a Level 2 Childcare qualification. The role offers a competitive salary, paid holidays, and professional development opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid holidays

Performance-based bonus

Comprehensive insurance coverage

Opportunities for professional development and training

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for working with young children.
• Good organisational, record-keeping, and planning skills.
• Patience, reliability, and trustworthiness.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a planned programme of activities suitable for children's age.
• Maintain accurate records of children's achievements for parents/carers.
• Support all staff and foster a positive team environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Level 2 Childcare qualification or equivalent

Job description

Nursery assistant

Company description / Organisation / Department

Randstad is seeking a Nursery Assistant to join our client's team. This role offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young children in a supportive and rewarding environment.

Position description / Job description

• Contribute to a planned programme of activities suitable to the age range of children.
• Maintain accurate records of children's achievements for parents/carers.
• Collaborate with parents/carers of children with special needs to ensure full integration.
• Support all staff and foster a positive team environment.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures to uphold standards.
• Safeguard children by adhering to the company's safeguarding code of conduct.
• Liaise with and support parents/carers and other family members.
• Participate in out-of-hours activities, such as training and staff meetings.

Requirements

We're looking for you, if:

• Enthusiasm for working with young children.
• Interest in the care, learning, and development of young children.
• Commitment to providing high-quality childcare.
• Positive approach to learning and gaining new skills through teamwork and training.
• Previous experience of caring for or working with children (voluntary or paid).
• Understanding of Early Learning Goals.
• Knowledge of National Standards for the regulation of Childcare provision.
• Good organisational, record-keeping, and planning skills.
• Excellent communication skills with children, colleagues, and parents/carers.
• Patience, reliability, and trustworthiness.
• Positive approach to inclusive practice with children and colleagues.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing working hours occasionally.
• Completion of a recognised Level 2 Childcare qualification (or working towards completion).
• Understanding of Health & Safety and Food Hygiene in the workplace.

What we offer / Offer

• Competitive salary
• Paid holidays
• Performance-based bonus
• Comprehensive insurance coverage
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Chance to make a positive impact on children's lives

Experience

1+ years

Skills

• Communication skills
• Teamwork skills

Professional knowledge

• Childcare practices
• Early childhood development

Qualification required

Level 2 Childcare qualification or equivalent

Curious to know more? Then please call me back at #0161 200 1904 or #020 4576 5215, or you can also email me at [e-mail].