Nursery Assistant

Empowering Learning Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd is seeking a Nursery Assistant in York. No formal childcare experience is required; you will join a caring team dedicated to creating a safe, stimulating environment for young children.

Full training and ongoing support are provided, with opportunities to gain formal childcare qualifications as you gain experience. This role suits reliable, patient individuals who enjoy working with children and learning from experienced staff.

Qualifications

• No formal childcare qualifications required.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate well.
• Genuine interest in helping children learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Support children with daily activities and play.
• Assist with setup of activities and learning opportunities.
• Help with mealtimes, tidying and nursery routines.
• Support children's emotional and social development.
• Work as part of a friendly, supportive team.
• Follow nursery policies and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Patience

Kindness

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Nursery Assistant - No Formal Experience Required

Location: York

Hours: Full and part time

Salary: £14 - £17 per hour

Job Type: Temporary/Permanent

Are you caring, enthusiastic and keen to work with children? We're looking for a Nursery Assistant to join our friendly team.

No formal nursery qualification or previous childcare experience is required. We're more interested in finding someone who is reliable, patient, approachable and genuinely enjoys helping children learn and develop.

The role

You'll work alongside our experienced nursery team to help provide a safe, stimulating and welcoming environment for the children in our care.

Your duties may include:

• Supporting children with everyday activities and play
• Helping set up engaging activities and learning opportunities
• Assisting with mealtimes, tidying and general nursery routines
• Supporting children's emotional and social development
• Working as part of a friendly and supportive team
• Following nursery policies and safeguarding procedures

About you

You don't need to have formal childcare qualifications. We're looking for someone who is:

• Kind, patient and caring
• Reliable and responsible
• Enthusiastic about working with young children
• Willing to learn and take guidance from experienced staff
• A good communicator and team player
• Committed to providing a safe and positive environment

Full training and support will be provided. There may also be opportunities to work towards relevant childcare qualifications as you gain experience.

If you're looking for an opportunity to start a career in childcare and think you'd be a great fit for our team, we'd love to hear from you