Nursery Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Stoke Gifford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible cover

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting an Unqualified Nursery Assistant in Stoke Gifford to provide flexible day-to-day cover across nursery rooms and age groups, with opportunities to progress into longer-term positions. You will support qualified practitioners with daily routines, play-based learning and EYFS activities, building confidence in children while maintaining a caring, reliable approach.

We offer onboarding support, CPD opportunities and competitive rates to help you thrive in a rewarding

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children.
• Interest in EYFS settings.
• Confidence supporting children with play, learning and daily routines.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified practitioners with daily routines and activities.
• Support play-based learning and EYFS activities.
• Help with children's development and safe, caring environments.

Skills

Experience with children

EYFS interest

Play support

Reliable attitude

Job description

Job Title: Unqualified Nursery Assistant

Location:Stoke Gifford

Start Date: Immediate Start

Are you an enthusiastic Unqualified Nursery Assistant looking for flexible and rewarding work in an Early Years setting?

Do you want to futher develop your experience and open the doors to more work opportunities?

Are you passionate about working with children and creating a positive environment for them?

TeacherActive is proud to be working in partnership with a large national nursery provider to recruit a caring and enthusiastic Unqualified Nursery Assistant in South Gloucestershire. The setting provides a busy and welcoming Early Years environment where children are encouraged to explore, develop their confidence and reach their full potential.

We are looking to recruit an Nursery Assistant for flexible day-to-day cover, supporting children across different nursery rooms and age groups. With the opportunites to be placed into a long term position. The successful Unqualified Nursery Assistant will assist qualified practitioners with daily routines, play-based learning, engaging activities and supporting children's development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage / EYFS.

The successful Nursery Assistant will have:

• Previous experience working with children
• An interest in the Early Years Foundation Stage / EYFS
• Confidence supporting children with play, learning and daily routines
• A DBS on the update service, or be willing to purchase one
• A caring, enthusiastic and reliable attitude

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
• Flexible day-to-day opportunities to suit your availability
• 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.

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.

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.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

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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