Nursery Assistant Histon

Tinies Childcare; Northstowe; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Work-life balance

Recognition

Free online childcare courses

Discounts on qualifications

Career progression

Pension scheme

Job summary

Tinies Childcare in Histon (CB24) is seeking a Temporary Nursery Practitioner to support daily care, learning and play for children aged 0–5 across flexible nursery settings. You will help create a warm, engaging environment, assist the team with routines and activities, and observe progress while adapting to new nurseries and teams.

This role offers flexible hours, ad-hoc and full-time shifts, DBS support, and routes from temporary to permanent placements within Tinies' network.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification, or equivalent childcare experience.
• Current Enhanced DBS (Tinies can help obtain one)
• Reliable, caring and professional approach.
• Confidence to adapt to new nurseries and teams.
• Genuine passion for early years care.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily care, learning and play for children aged 0–5 years.
• Create a warm, welcoming and engaging environment.
• Support nursery team in safety and routines.
• Contribute to planning and delivering activities.
• Observe and record children's progress.
• Work flexibly across different settings when needed.

Education

Level 2 Childcare qualification

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

Nursery Assistant Histon

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• Location: CB24
• Category: Nursery
• Job Type: Full Time
• Salary: £14 - £15
• Posted: 7 October 2026
• Branch: Cambridge
• Reference: 120000000000000178

Job Description:

Looking for flexible nursery work that fits around your lifestyle? Join Tinies Childcare, the UK's leading childcare agency, and enjoy rewarding temporary roles across outstanding nursery settings.

Why Choose Tinies

• Competitive pay: £14.24 - £15.69 per hour (depending on experience)
• Flexible hours: Choose from full-time, part-time, or ad-hoc shifts
• Work-life balance: Pick the days and times that suit you bes
• Recognition: "Temp of the Month" awards and quarterly prize draws
• Professional development: Free online childcare courses (worth £70+)
• Discounts: Reduced rates on Paediatric First Aid and other qualifications
• Career support: Easily move from temporary to permanent roles
• Employee benefits: Tinies Treats rewards account and pension scheme
• Supportive team: Our consultants are real people who care about your success

Work Smarter with the Aaniie Kids App

Our Aaniie Kids app connects you directly with nurseries, helping you manage work on your terms. It gives you:

• Quick access to available shifts
• Instant booking notifications
• Real-time schedule updates
• Automated timesheets - no paperwork
• A professional profile to showcase your skills

Your Role

As a Temporary Nursery Practitioner, you'll:

• Assist in the daily care, learning, and play of children aged 0-5 years
• Create a warm, welcoming, and engaging environment
• Support the nursery team in maintaining safety and routine
• Contribute to planning and delivering activities
• Observe and record children's progress
• Work flexibly across different settings when needed

What You'll Need

• Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification or experience in childcare
• Current Enhanced DBS (we can help you obtain one)
• A reliable, caring, and professional approach
• Confidence to adapt to new nurseries and teams
• A genuine passion for early years care

Join the Tinies Network

If you're passionate about early years and want to work flexibly while feeling valued and supported, we'd love to hear from you.

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