Nursery Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

PAYE pay

No umbrella fees

Long-term opportunities

CPD opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Referral bonus

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited in Mansfield seeks a proactive nursery assistant to support children aged 0–5 with their learning and development. You will help create a safe, stimulating environment and work closely with nursery staff to deliver engaging activities in line with EYFS.

The role emphasizes creativity, patience and a caring approach. You will support daily routines, including mealtimes and personal care, and participate in flexible shifts that suit your availability.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in nursery or Early Years setting.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification is desirable.
• Good safeguarding knowledge and understanding of child development.
• Patient, caring and enthusiastic personality.
• Reliable, flexible and positive attitude.
• Willing to be creative and have fun with children.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 0–5 with learning and development through play.
• Engage in messy play, sensory activities and storytelling.
• Encourage independence, confidence and social skills.
• Assist with daily routines, meals and personal care.
• Work alongside nursery staff to deliver engaging activities in line with EYFS.

Skills

Experience with children in nursery/EY

Safeguarding knowledge

Patience and enthusiasm

Reliability and flexibility

Creativity and having fun

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

What Does Your Day Look Like?

• Supporting children aged 0–5 with their learning and development
• Getting creative with messy play, sensory activities and storytelling
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social skills
• Creating a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment
• Supporting daily routines, including mealtimes and personal care
• Working alongside nursery staff to deliver engaging activities
• Helping children learn through play in line with the EYFS framework

What Are We Looking For?

• Previous experience working with children in a nursery or Early Years setting
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification is desirable
• A good understanding of safeguarding and child development
• A patient, caring and enthusiastic personality
• Reliability, flexibility and a positive attitude
• Someone who isn't afraid to get involved, be creative and have fun!

Why Choose TeacherActive?

We believe finding the right nursery is just as important as finding the right job.

That's why we take the time to get to know you, understand your preferences and match you with opportunities that genuinely suit you.

We offer:

• Flexible working – choose days that suit your availability
• Weekly PAYE pay for agency placements
• No umbrella company fees
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent employment
• Access to CPD and professional development
• Regular check-ins and ongoing support from your dedicated consultant
• £100 referral voucher for successful referrals (T&Cs apply)

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're someone who can bring patience, positivity and a little imagination to every nursery day, we'd love to speak with you!

Whether you're looking for a few days a week or your next long-term opportunity, let's find the right nursery for you!

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check.

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