Nursery Assistant (Bank Staff)

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in childcare is seeking dedicated Nursery Assistants to join their team as Bank Staff. This role offers the unique opportunity to work in a nurturing environment, providing essential support to children and staff. With a focus on creating stimulating experiences and ensuring safety, you'll play a vital role in the development of young children. The nursery boasts a rich outdoor space and a commitment to professional growth through training and career progression. If you're passionate about early childhood education and eager to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

30 days of annual leave

Employment Assistance Programme

Sovereign Healthcare

Paid training

High street discounts

Star of the moment awards

Enhanced childcare discounts

Annual awards ceremony

Flexible working arrangements

Recognition and rewards programs

Qualifications

• Experience in providing stimulating experiences for children's development.
• Knowledge of curriculum requirements and key person approach.

Responsibilities

• Support children's physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development.
• Ensure safety and wellbeing of children and staff at all times.

Skills

Early Years Qualification

Child Development Support

Team Collaboration

Safety and Wellbeing

Education

Experience with Children under 5

Job description

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Client:

JEM Childcare Solutions

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

98a01431103a

Job Views:

8

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Description
At our Murrayfield Nursery in Edinburgh, we are recruiting Nursery Assistants to join our team as Bank Staff, supporting the nursery as needed, covering staff holidays and sickness. This is a Zero hour contract with competitive salaries up to £14.43 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience, along with benefits.
The Murrayfield Nursery, part of CC Nurseries, is based in Edinburgh. Our busy 90-place nursery offers a home-from-home environment, led by a passionate team. We feature hand-picked resources (natural where possible) to encourage self-directed play and discovery. Outside, there's a large, secure outdoor space with a fire pit, fishpond, outdoor classroom, and a dedicated area for the youngest children to enjoy fun activities.
CC Nurseries provides enriched working environments and opportunities for further qualifications and career progression.

Requirements

As a Nursery Assistant (Bank Staff), you will:

• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments, and resources appropriate to children's ages and stages of development.
• Support the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development of children.
• Assist in implementing an effective key person approach to help children form secure attachments.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, parents, and visitors at all times.
• Work collaboratively within a team to support all children and team members.
• Understand and meet the requirements of the curriculum.
• Ideally hold an Early Years Qualification or have experience working with children under 5.

Benefits

CC Nurseries offers a benefits package including:

• 30 days of annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas closure (pro-rata)
• Employment Assistance Programme
• Sovereign Healthcare after 3 months of employment
• Paid training, earning £10 per course completed and passed via Noodle and Azilo
• High street discounts
• Star of the moment awards
• Enhanced childcare discounts (minimum 60%) for nursery employees
• Annual awards ceremony
• Flexible working arrangements
• Recognition and rewards programs