Nursery Assistant

Empowering Learning Ltd; London Borough of Lewisham; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd is recruiting Nursery Assistants for roles across Lewisham, South London. Candidates with Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualifications and an enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply) are invited to apply.

Shifts vary (7–4, 8–5, 9–6) across different settings in a nursery chain, with emphasis on creating a positive, engaging environment for children and teamwork. We expect strong communication, a passion for working with children, and a commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• DBS check is required or willing to apply for a new one.
• Ability to create a positive and engaging environment for children.
• Empathy and understanding when working with children.
• Willingness to learn and work effectively as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Passion for pursuing a career in childcare.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive and engaging environment for children.
• Support nursery routines and activities as part of a team.
• Contribute to safeguarding and the welfare of children.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Passion for childcare

Willingness to learn

Education

Level 2 childcare qualification

Level 3 nursery qualification

Job description

Nursery Assistants Required for Nursery in Lewisham, South London

Do you have experience working within the childcare sector with either a level 2 or level 3 qualification? Are you looking for a nursery nurse/assistant job?

We are looking for both experienced level 3 nursery nurses as well as level 2 assistants to work a variety of shifts from part time to full time across different settings for a nursery chain.

Shifts can vary from 7-4, 8-5, 9-6 with 1 hour lunch break.

• You must have an enhanced DBS check on the update service or be willing to apply for a new one
• Enjoy creating a positive and engaging environment for children
• A passion for working with children and empathy and understanding.
• A willingness to learn and able to effectively work as part of a Team.
• Good communication skills.
• Be passionate about pursuing a career in childcare

The rates of pay depending on qualifications and experience, please enquire to find out more.

Empowering Learning Ltd. are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, Empowering Learning Ltd is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation