Nursery Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Taunton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Immediate start

Support from TeacherActive consultant

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd is seeking enthusiastic Nursery Practitioners to join our network of nurseries across Taunton and the surrounding areas. The role offers flexible shifts and immediate start, with pay £14.25–£16 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.

You will create a safe, nurturing environment for children aged 0–5, support learning through play, and follow the EYFS framework while safeguarding as a priority.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualification, or QTS.
• Experience in a nursery or Early Years setting.
• Passion for helping children learn and thrive.
• Caring, patient and enthusiastic personality.
• Confident with babies, toddlers and preschool children.
• Flexible and adaptable to different nursery environments.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and EYFS.

Responsibilities

• Creating a fun, safe and nurturing environment for children aged 0–5.
• Supporting little learners through play, creativity and exploration.
• Encouraging children's confidence, independence and social skills.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and nursery teams.
• Supporting daily routines, including mealtimes, personal care and outdoor activities.
• Following the EYFS framework and ensuring safeguarding is always a priority.

Skills

Caring personality

Confidence with babies to preschool

Flexibility

Safeguarding & EYFS understanding

Education

Level 2 childcare qualification

Level 3 childcare qualification

QTS

Job description

£14.25–£16.00 per hour | Flexible Shifts | Immediate Start

Can you handle a little glitter, a lot of giggles and the occasional paint-covered jumper?

Do you believe the smallest moments can make the BIGGEST difference to a child's day?

Are you a Level 2, Level 3 or QTS-qualified superstar looking for flexible work that fits around YOU?

If you're thinking YES, we might just have the perfect opportunity for you!

TeacherActive is looking for enthusiastic, caring and reliable Nursery Practitioners to join our wonderful network of nurseries and Early Years settings across Taunton and the surrounding areas.

Whether you're looking for a couple of days a week, regular shifts or something that fits around your busy lifestyle, we'd love to hear from you!

What will your day look like?

• Creating a fun, safe and nurturing environment for children aged 0–5.
• Supporting little learners through play, creativity and exploration.
• Encouraging children's confidence, independence and social skills.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and nursery teams.
• Supporting daily routines, including mealtimes, personal care and outdoor activities.
• Following the EYFS framework and ensuring safeguarding is always a priority.

What are we looking for?

• Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualification, or QTS.
• Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting.
• A genuine passion for helping children learn, develop and thrive.
• A caring, patient and enthusiastic personality.
• Confidence supporting babies, toddlers and preschool children.
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt to different nursery environments.
• A good understanding of safeguarding and the EYFS framework.

What's in it for you?

• £14.25–£16.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Flexible day-to-day work to suit your availability.
• Varied shifts between 8:00am and 6:00pm.
• Opportunities within welcoming nurseries across Taunton.
• A dedicated TeacherActive consultant supporting you throughout.
• Opportunities to gain experience across different Early Years settings.
• Access to ongoing professional development.

Company: TeacherActive Ltd; Salary: £14.25 to £16 an hour; Hours: Full-time; Location: TA1; Working pattern: On-site; Job type: Temporary; Posting date: 12 Oct 2026; Closing date: 11 Nov 2026

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.

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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