Nursery Assistant Flexible

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Local nursery settings

Consultant support

Early Years experience

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking Nursery Assistants to support young children across Wickford and surrounding areas. You’ll help with play-based learning, daily routines, and creating a warm, safe environment.

Whether you hold Level 2/3 in Early Years or have hands-on childcare experience, you’ll join a flexible, supportive team and gain valuable early years experience across multiple settings.

Qualifications

• Caring, enthusiastic and reliable attitude.
• Ability to adapt to different nursery settings.
• Commitment to supporting young children's development.

Responsibilities

• Support children with play-based learning and daily routines.
• Help create a warm, safe and engaging environment.
• Assist with activities that support early development and learning.
• Support mealtimes, personal care, and outdoor play.
• Work as part of a friendly nursery team to maintain high standards.

Skills

Caring attitude

Flexible working

Reliable

Enthusiastic

Education

Level 2 Early Years

Level 3 Early Years

Job description

Are you passionate about working with young children and looking for a role that fits around your lifestyle?

GSL Education is working with a number of friendly and welcoming nursery settings across Wickford and the surrounding areas , and we’re looking for Nursery Assistants to join our growing team.

Whether you’re Level 2 or Level 3 qualified , or unqualified with hands-on childcare experience , we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role:

As a Nursery Assistant, you’ll support children in their early years development, helping to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where little ones can learn, play, and grow.

This is a fantastic opportunity to:

• Gain experience in a variety of nursery settings
• Choose full-time or part-time hours to suit your availability
• Enjoy flexible work that fits around family, studies, or other commitments

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Supporting children with play-based learning and daily routines
• Helping to create a warm, safe, and engaging environment
• Assisting with activities that support early development and learning
• Supporting mealtimes, personal care, and outdoor play
• Working as part of a friendly nursery team to ensure high standards of care

What We’re Looking For:

• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (desirable, not essential)
• Unqualified candidates with experience working with children are welcome
• A caring, enthusiastic, and reliable attitude
• A genuine passion for early years education
• Ability to adapt to different nursery settings and routines
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Why Work with GSL Education?

• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle
• Opportunities in a range of local nursery settings
• Support from a friendly, experienced consultant
• Great experience to build your Early Years career