Nursery Assistant (Bank Staff)

CC Nurseries Group; Whitburn; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking dedicated Nursery Assistants to join their team as Bank Staff. This role offers the flexibility of a zero-hour contract, providing support within the nursery during staff absences. Ideal candidates will have a passion for nurturing young children and creating stimulating environments that foster development. With competitive pay rates up to £14.43 per hour based on experience and qualifications, along with generous benefits such as 30 days of annual leave, this position presents an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in children's lives while enjoying a supportive work environment. Join a compassionate team dedicated to promoting independent play and exploration.

Benefits

30 days Annual Leave

Employment Assistance Programme

Sovereign Healthcare Programme

Paid Training

High street Discounts

Star of the moment awards

Enhanced discounted childcare

Annual awards ceremony

Flexibility to work around life commitments

Recognition and rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood education or related field is preferred.
• Ability to create engaging learning environments for children.

Responsibilities

• Support children's physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development.
• Ensure safety and well-being of children and staff at all times.
• Work collaboratively within a team to enhance children's experiences.

Skills

Early Years Qualification

Experience with Under 5s

Teamwork

Child Development Knowledge

Education

Early Years Qualification

Job description

Whitburn, United Kingdom | Posted on 26/03/2025

Atour Big Bird Nursery in Whitburn, we are recruiting for Nursery Assistants to join our team, working as Bank Staff. This role involves supporting within the nursery as needed, covering staff holidays and sickness. This is a Zero hour contract with great salaries offered up to £14.43 per hour depending on qualifications and experience, together with great benefits.

The Big Bird Nursery is a member of the CC Nurseries Group, offering 79 places and situated in the centre of the Whitburn community. Guided by a dedicated and compassionate team, the nursery is equipped with natural resources that promote independent play and exploration. CC Nurseries also offer stimulating work settings and opportunities for additional qualifications and career advancement.

Requirements

As a Nursery Assistant (Bank Staff) you will:

1. Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children that are appropriate to their age and stage of development.
2. Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development.
3. Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments.
4. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always.
5. Work within a team to support all children and team members within your room.
6. Understand and ensure that the requirements of the curriculum are being met.
7. Ideally possess an Early Years Qualification or have experience of working with the Under 5s.

CC Nurseries offers enriched working environments and opportunities for further qualifications and career progression.

Benefits include:

1. 30 days Annual Leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays and Christmas Closure.
2. Employment Assistance Programme.
3. Sovereign Healthcare Programme (join after 3 months of employment).
4. Paid Training - £10 paid for every non-mandatory training course completed and passed on Noodle and Azilo.
5. High street Discounts.
6. Star of the moment awards – be recognized in the moment.
7. Enhanced discounted childcare, minimum of a 60% discount for nursery employees.
8. Annual awards ceremony.
9. Flexibility to work around your life commitments.
10. Recognition and rewards to say thank you for a job well done.