Nursery Assistant

TeacherActive; Trafford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading rates of pay

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking enthusiastic Nursery Assistants to join multiple nurseries across Trafford on a temporary basis. You will support children aged 6 months to 4 years, model calm, engaging behaviour and help children feel safe and eager to learn.

The role involves small-group care, play-based learning, and developing early communication and social skills with guidance and support provided. SEND experience is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting young children during early development.
• Caring, patient and positive role model for children.
• Confidence in managing groups of children and promoting positive behaviour.
• Understanding of learning through play and EYFS concepts.

Responsibilities

• Manage small groups of children and support their activity and learning.
• Promote positive behaviour and create a calm, engaging environment.
• Deliver play-based activities that develop communication, social, cognitive and motor skills.

Skills

Passion for early development

Caring and patient

Confidence managing groups

Play-based learning

EYFS knowledge

Job description

Job Title:Nursery Assistant
Location: Trafford
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £12.17 - £15.21 per hour
Job Type: Temporary

Are you a creative and energeticNursery Assistant who loves bringing learning to life through play, imagination and exploration?

Can you be a positive role model who builds strong relationships with young children while maintaining a calm, engaging and well-managed learning environment?

Do you have the enthusiasm to inspire children to grow in confidence every day?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a number of welcoming nurseries across Trafford, ranging from friendly independent settings to well-established nursery groups. These nurturing environments are passionate about learning through play, creating exciting, stimulating experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity and confidence while supporting every child to reach their full potential.

The nurseries are looking for enthusiastic Nursery Assistants to join their teams on a temporary basis, supporting children aged 6 months to 4 years. As a Nursery Assistant, you will be a positive role model who helps children feel safe, valued and eager to learn. You will confidently manage small groups, encourage positive behaviour, and create engaging play-based activities that develop children's communication, social, cognitive and motor skills. SEND experience is desirable but not essential, as full support and guidance will be provided for the rightNursery Assistant with the right attitude and passion.

The successfulNursery Assistant will have:

• A genuine passion for supporting young children during their early development
• A caring, patient and positive approach, acting as an excellent role model for children
• Confidence in managing groups of children and promoting positive behaviour
• An understanding of the importance of learning through play and creating stimulating learning experiences
• A willingness to learn and develop knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and safeguarding

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy on-boarding 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.