Nursery Assistant

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Shaldon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaldon Nursery invites applications for a Nursery Assistant to join our welcoming team. You will support children across all areas of the EYFS curriculum, work under the Nursery Lead, and liaise with colleagues and external professionals to promote safe, enjoyable learning.

We value enthusiasm, flexibility and a compassionate approach, with a focus on helping each child make outstanding progress. If you are motivated and committed to making a positive difference in young children’s lives, we

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children, ideally in a nursery environment.
• Ability to support children across all areas of the EYFS curriculum.
• Willingness to work under the guidance of the Nursery Lead and liaise with staff.

Responsibilities

• Support children across all EYFS areas under supervision.
• Collaborate with nursery team and other professionals as needed.
• Demonstrate initiative with care, integrity and compassion.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Flexible

Motivated

EYFS knowledge

Team player

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We have a vacancy within our Nursery team for a Nursery Assistant, and we are looking for exceptional candidates who:-

• Will be enthusiastic, flexible and highly motivated working alongside the nursery team to support children across all areas of the EYFS curriculum
• Will be required to work under the direction of the Nursery Lead and liaise with other professionals both within and outside the nursery setting
• Will be expected to show a high degree of initiative and be able to react to given solutions with integrity and compassion
• Have experience of working with children. Ideally, within a nursery environment
• Can inspire and motivate children and enable them to be the best that they can be
• Has the ability to encourage every child to learn and achieve and has enthusiasm, skill and desire to make a difference
• Has a passion to ensure high expectations for all ensuring that they make outstanding progress

What the school offers its staff

Shaldon Nursery is well-regarded for its inclusive approach and excellent support provided for children and families. We are an inclusive learning community that is forward thinking, innovative and committed to ensuring that all of our children achieve excellence as happy, enthusiastic and purposeful learners.

We welcome applications from highly motivated individuals who will work effectively as part of our excellent team and contribute to the wider school/ nursery life, building positive relationships with all members of our community. We are looking for applicants who are dedicated to making a difference to children's lives and to ensure every child has the opportunities they deserve

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.