Nursery Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Portishead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd in Portishead is seeking a Nursery Assistant to support children across nursery and pre-school. This role is ideal for someone studying towards a BEd who wants hands-on experience while they study, with flexible day-to-day work and on-site hours.

You'll engage children through play and age-appropriate activities, bring a caring approach, and adapt to a busy nursery environment. The position offers part-time hours, pay of £14.25–£15 per hour, and a straightforward onboarding

Qualifications

• Be currently studying towards a BEd or relevant education qualification.
• Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential.
• An interest in gaining practical Early Years experience.
• The ability to engage children through play and activities.
• A caring and positive approach.
• Adaptability and a willingness to get stuck in.

Responsibilities

• Be currently studying towards a BEd or relevant education qualification.
• Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential.
• An interest in gaining practical Early Years experience.
• The ability to engage children through play and activities.
• A caring and positive approach.
• Adaptability and a willingness to get stuck in.

Skills

Child engagement

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Be currently studying towards a BEd or relevant education qualification

Job description

Are you currently studying for a BEd and looking to gain valuable experience working with children alongside your studies?

Are you passionate about supporting children’s development through play, learning and engagement?

Would you like flexible Nursery Assistant work that can help you build practical experience within the Early Years sector?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with nurseries across Portishead, with welcoming and engaging environments where children are encouraged to learn, play and develop their confidence.

We are looking for a Nursery Assistant to work on a flexible, day-to-day basis, supporting children across nursery and pre‑school age groups. This is a great opportunity for BEd students looking to gain hands‑on experience alongside their studies, supporting children’s development through play, engagement and age‑appropriate activities.

• Be currently studying towards a BEd or relevant education qualification
• Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential
• An interest in gaining practical Early Years experience
• The ability to engage children through play and activities
• A caring and positive approach
• Adaptability and a willingness to get stuck in

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Nursery Assistant

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £14.25 to £15 an hour

Hours: Part-time

Location: BS1

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Temporary

Posting date: 1 Oct 2026

Closing date: 31 Oct 2026

Summary

Job Title: Nursery Assistant

Location: Portishead

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £14.25 - £15 per hour

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.

About Disability Confident

Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

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