Nursery Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Stapleford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working opportunities

Weekly PAYE payments

CPD and training

Referral scheme – up to £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with a Forest School setting in Cropwell Bishop, seeking a Nursery Assistant for outdoor, hands-on early years learning. You’ll support children’s confidence, independence and curiosity through outdoor play and engaging activities.

The role offers a practical, hands-on environment with a possibility of 4 days per week or 5 shorter days to improve work‑life balance, and opportunities for CPD and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and enthusiastic.
• Confident working with Early Years children.
• Able to work outdoors in all seasons.
• Reliable and able to use initiative.
• Great team player with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children with learning through play and exploration.
• Getting involved in fun, creative outdoor activities.
• Creating a safe, caring and stimulating environment.
• Supporting children's individual development and wellbeing.
• Working closely with the wider nursery team.
• Building positive relationships with children and parents.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Enthusiastic

Team player

Strong communication skills

Education

Level 2/3 Childcare qualification

Job description

East Midlands/ permanent / £14.25 - 15.50 per hour

Do you love the idea of helping children learn, explore and develop through the outdoors?

Are you a caring, energetic Nursery Assistant who isn’t afraid of a little mud?

TeacherActive is working with a lovely Forest School setting in Cropwell Bishop that is looking for a Nursery Assistant to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a more hands‑on approach to Early Years education, supporting children to build confidence, independence and curiosity through outdoor play, exploration and engaging activities.

What you'll be doing:

• Supporting children with learning through play and exploration
• Getting involved in fun, creative outdoor activities
• Creating a safe, caring and stimulating environment
• Supporting children's individual development and wellbeing
• Working closely with the wider nursery team
• Building positive relationships with children and parents

We're looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient and enthusiastic
• Confident working with Early Years children
• Happy working outdoors in all seasons
• Reliable and able to use their initiative
• A great team player with strong communication skills
• Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualified is desirable

The nursery can offer flexibility, with the opportunity to work 4 days per week or 5 shorter days, making this a brilliant option for someone looking for a better work‑life balance.

Why work with TeacherActive?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Weekly PAYE payments
• Dedicated consultant support
• Access to CPD and training
• Flexible working opportunities
• Referral scheme – earn up to £100 when you refer a friend*

Sound like your kind of nursery?

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

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.